IBCA Hall of Fame/Coach of Year Banquet Canceled

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Published on August 3 2020 7:51 am
Last Updated on August 3 2020 7:51 am
Written by Millie Lange

The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Banquet which was to be held Saturday, September 5, has been rescheduled.

"It does not appear that date will work for us under the State of Illinois restrictions which limit indoor gatherings to 50 people," said Mark Kleemann. "At this time, we do not feel that we can offer a quality event under the State of Illinois restrictions. Out of concern for the health of our members, previous Hall of Famers, 2020 Hall of Fame inductees and 2020 Coaches of the Year, the IBCA believes that this is the best decision.

"We are saddened by the need to cancel the event but from the beginning of this process we promised to follow the scientists and keep the safety and welfare of our basketball family foremost in our decision-making process. Although we have heavy hearts with this decision, we know that it is the best one.

"We encourage people to follow the scientific recommendations of wearing a mask when out of your homes, maintaining social distancing and washing your hands frequently."

The banquet has been moved to May 1, 2021 to induct both Hall of Fame classes of 2020 and 2021. 2020 Coacheso f the Year will be honored separately throughout the coming year.

Ticket holders will have their tickets rolled over to the May 1, 2021 event. The banquet booklet, the annual historical document of the IBCA, will be printed in mid-September of 2020. Ads are still able to be purchased through September 4.

If there are any questions, contact Mark Kleemann at 630-661-0624 (leave a message).