History and Board members
About
The CYBA league has over 1,000 boys and girls and every team is sponsored by local businesses and service organizations. Sponsorship information is available upon request.
CYBA provides recreational opportunities for boys and girls in grades 1 - 12.
History
CYBA was founded in 1992, by Dean Berry. It originated with approximately 5 to 6 teams. With Dean's financial backing and organization, "the league" became a reality.
"The League" soon became known as the Columbia Youth Basketball Association. With the support of Coach Bob Burchard from Columbia College, the City of Columbia's Parks and Recreation Department and Columbia Public Schools, the league has grown to over 100 teams and over 1000 players every season!
CYBA is run by an Administrative Director, an Executive Board, as well as a Board of Directors. Board meetings are held five times a year; January, April, June, September and November at the Columbia Sports Fieldhouse. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Board, please contact CYBA at 875-8124 or cybabasketball@gmail.com for additional details.
Executive Board Members for 2021-22
President-
Vice President-Kevin Pistole
Secretary-Dean Berry
Treasurer-Lori Berry
Executive Board Liason-Jessica Schepker
Administrative Director
Carie Copeland
League Referees
Joey Wilmes , Recreation Supervisor Sports Programming
Parks & Recreation Coordinator
Gary Chase-Scheduling