Burke Basketball Community:
It is with great regret that we are canceling the winter 2021 instructional and house basketball programs. We do not take this decision lightly, as we recognize the need for the kids to have the opportunity to play. We have been cautiously optimistic that conditions might change and we could have a season, but in looking at the COVID trends, we are not comfortable that a season can be completed safely. We know many of you will be disappointed and we share that disappointment. I personally was looking forward to coaching the 8th grade boys this year. But the risks involved, and the added burden on our league volunteers (especially coaches) required to implement COVID protocols, led us to this decision.
Since its inception, Burke Basketball has been about community. We believe that this decision is in the best interest long-term for the community. Again, we are very sorry that we can’t get the season in.
Please be safe and healthy. And hopefully we’ll be able to see you all in the spring!
Paul Buellesbach
President, Burke Basketball