NOTICE: As of September 2024

There is a new distribution process for Senior Tar Heel cards. See the instructions below to obtain a card.

The Senior Tar Heel Athletic Card (STHAC) is a free discount card created for individuals age 60+ to support high school athletes. The acceptance of the cards during the regular season is optional. However, they are required to be accepted at playoff contests. It is strongly recommended you call ahead to determine if it will be honored.

To obtain a free card, locate your county below.  Depending on your county of residence, cards are available through either 1) your local Area Agency on Aging (AAA), 2) Senior Center, or 3) both. 

Click the corresponding “Yes” in the column for contact information.

Lifetime Athletic Pass Criteria

Individuals must have at least 25 years of combined service as

• a superintendent or city county athletic director at an NCHSAA LEA/PSU or
• a principal, assistant principal, coach, or athletic director at an NCHSAA member school.

NOTE: At least one-half of the years of service must have been as an administrator.

Notice

Applicants must include official documentation of years of service. Applications received without documentation will not be considered