May 22, 2020
Update on summer programming for Junior Bisons
Message from Athletic Director Gene Muller
Dear Junior Bisons parents and athletes,
Earlier this week, the University of Manitoba announced the difficult decision to cancel all Mini U summer programming. This has, understandably, prompted many of you to reach out with inquiries about the status of our Junior Bisons programming scheduled for this summer.
Unfortunately, I cannot provide concrete clarity at this time, but I assure you that we will communicate any updates as promptly as possible. Currently, all Junior Bisons programs and Bison Sports activities remain suspended.
As you know, the situation around COVID-19 and sport is intricate. There are many factors impacting how and when we resume in-person activity. While UM has begun planning for recovery and reopening, the complexity of our institution presents specific challenges. Though we are beginning to see restrictions lift in Manitoba, there is a lot of planning required in order to manage operations and provide services to you, our valued customers, that meets all current public health guidelines.
Bison Sports and Junior Bisons are working hard to design camps we hope to be able to offer to you. However, this process may present different and longer timelines for reopening than the province’s, as we must ensure the health and safety of everyone we serve.
Further, as part of the provincial response to COVID-19, we have faced a temporary reduction in staff. Please direct any program specific questions to the following until further notice: Junior Bisons Volleyball: Ken Bentley Ken.Bentley@umanitoba.ca
Junior Bisons Girls Basketball: Michele Sung Michele.Sung@umanitoba.ca
Junior Bisons Strength and Conditioning Cole Scheller Cole.Scheller@umanitoba.ca
We thank you for your continued patience and understanding as we navigate this unique situation. I also have two daughters at home, both affected by Mini U’s summer program cancellation and both eagerly awaiting to begin Junior Bisons training.
On behalf of Junior Bisons, we value the relationships we have built with you. We hope to be able to come together in a return to sport as soon as possible.
For now, I wish only the best, good health and safety for you all and your families during this time.
Sincerely,
Gene Muller, MA, MBA
Director of Athletics and Recreation
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
University of Manitoba
#WeAreAllBisons
University of Manitoba Junior Bison Sports COVID-19 Messaging
The University of Manitoba is taking the responsibility of slowing and limiting the spread of COVID-19 seriously and taking actions based on information we receive from health authorities.
In order to adhere to the protocols of social distancing as a method to protect the health and well-being of our entire community, we have cancelled and fully refunded all Junior Bison programs until the end of June.
The university is currently working on their re-opening plan so our hope is that we will be able to get going in the summer, but again we are following the university’s direction.
As soon as we have any info on when we can start again and what it will look like we will be in contact and will be updating our websites and social media accordingly.
PLEASE NOTE: As of right now the online registration website is closed until we know what the summer/fall picture will look like.
We thank you for understanding this difficult, yet necessary, decision. We value your business and appreciate your patience as we navigate this evolving situation.
For all updates pertaining to Sport and Recreation at the University of Manitoba, please visit http://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/um-sport-and-recreation-facilities-and-covid-19 and follow @umkinrec and @jrbisons on social media.
Welcome to the Junior Bison Basketball Club wesbsite!
Please browse through all our tabs to learn all the info about our club basketball teams and age classes, as well as our summer camps, fall camps, coaches info, team rosters and so much more!
TESTIMONIALS FROM FAMILIES INVOLVED IN THE PROGRAM
“This was our first experience with The Bison program , my daughter had the most fun she has ever had playing basketball , she looked forward to practice & S & C , she has gained a tremendous amount of confidence & skill!”
“Our family really enjoyed the Jr. Bison experience. We were very happy with what our daughter learned, and also with her coaches. Great experience overall!”
“I hope the program continues on next year , I will definitely sign up
my daughter again , great job by all involved !!! Go Bisons!!”
“Both Sam and Steph were incredible with the team. They were fun but had control, they put a lot of time and effort into their practises and they were fabulous on the trips and on the bench. Fantastic young women and great role models for the girls. Really, really impressed, would join any team they were coaching!!!!”
The University of Manitoba is taking the responsibility of slowing and limiting the spread of COVID-19 seriously and taking actions based on information we receive from health authorities.
In order to adhere to the protocols of social distancing as a method to protect the health and well-being of our entire community, we have cancelled and fully refunded all Junior Bison programs until the end of June.
The university is currently working on their re-opening plan so our hope is that we will be able to get going in the summer, but again we are following the university’s direction.
As soon as we have any info on when we can start again and what it will look like we will be in contact and will be updating our websites and social media accordingly.
PLEASE NOTE: As of right now the online registration website is closed until we know what the summer/fall picture will look like.
We thank you for understanding this difficult, yet necessary, decision. We value your business and appreciate your patience as we navigate this evolving situation.
For all updates pertaining to Sport and Recreation at the University of Manitoba, please visit http://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/um-sport-and-recreation-facilities-and-covid-19 and follow @umkinrec and @jrbisons on social media.
Welcome to the Junior Bison Basketball Club wesbsite!
Please browse through all our tabs to learn all the info about our club basketball teams and age classes, as well as our summer camps, fall camps, coaches info, team rosters and so much more!
TESTIMONIALS FROM FAMILIES INVOLVED IN THE PROGRAM
“This was our first experience with The Bison program , my daughter had the most fun she has ever had playing basketball , she looked forward to practice & S & C , she has gained a tremendous amount of confidence & skill!”
“Our family really enjoyed the Jr. Bison experience. We were very happy with what our daughter learned, and also with her coaches. Great experience overall!”
“I hope the program continues on next year , I will definitely sign up
my daughter again , great job by all involved !!! Go Bisons!!”
“Both Sam and Steph were incredible with the team. They were fun but had control, they put a lot of time and effort into their practises and they were fabulous on the trips and on the bench. Fantastic young women and great role models for the girls. Really, really impressed, would join any team they were coaching!!!!”