Black Swamp Nation, it is with great optimism that I am posting this update.  Over the last couple days I’ve been working diligently in trying to come up with a positive solution for all.   I have had several conversations with other club directors and have more conference calls in the coming days. I have laid the ground work for what I believe is our best attempt to salvage our club season.

1st- There are a few tournaments like the MEQ (rescheduled for May 30-June 1st) and some JVA tournaments that are on our schedules and are not yet canceled.  If those tournaments are a go, or if the OVR magically reappears we will attend those events, so please don’t write them off completely.

2nd- After talking with our board last night and getting their approval, I am moving forward in the planning and running of independent tournaments later in May and early June.  These tournaments would be run in conjunction with other local clubs. They would provide opportunities for your daughter to train a full season and compete against other teams. It would also provide our club the opportunity to fulfill our commitment in practice time and in play dates for your daughter.  We understand it’s not a perfect solution, but given the current situation we all believed it is a win win for everyone.

3rd- I will remain optimistic that we will be able to resume life with less restrictions in May and we will once again be able to have some form of practice,  However, if that isn’t possible the board and I have discussed some other possible alternative solutions. If in fact we are unable to gather to practice and/or compete in May and June we will reevaluate the current plan and share with you what our next plan will be.

Again, we appreciate your patience as we work through this horrible situation.  Please know we are doing everything in our power to give your daughter all the volleyball opportunities she deserves.

Be Safe be Strong

Jason