After a long wait, we finally had our 8A boys basketball team yearend party at BK Bistro in Fremont. It had been over 3 weeks since our last Diocese playoff game back in February. There were quite a number of schedule conflicts in between, and this was the best day for everyone.
As I was planning this event, there were a number of suggestions as to where to have it. There was a buffet (of Chinese or Indian, but not Home Town buffet), a Mexican restaurant, or a pizza place. All these we've tried in the past years. Because of space limitations and venue availability, I chose BK Bistro instead. They had a section that we could use, with enough sitting for 30-40 people. Since we were regulars at this restaurant, booking it was easy. And each family could order food on their own and be billed separately. It was very convenient.
After everyone had eaten, we proceeded with a short ceremony. Coach Frank said a few words about the season and the players. Assisted by Coach Paul, he then handed out CYO certificates and patches to each of the boys. On behalf of the parents, I thanked both coaches for volunteering their time, energy, and, sometimes, their resources to the team. As a token, each coach received a Thank You card signed by all the players, and gift cards to favorite dining places around town.
Despite having planned the party way in advance, not everyone was able to make it. The team's two Boy Scouts missed it because of an overnight campling -- Jason and Vik. Also missing was Coach Rhyan.
It was a wonderful, fruitful, productive, and memorable basketball season for all the boys. Parents included. Being in the Diocese playoffs was a fitting end to CYO basketball. You'll all be missed.
Well done, boys. Go Cougars !!!
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