UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (DC News Now) – A season that could have potentially ended in a championship ends with a strike for the Dr. Henry A Wise Jr. High School boys basketball team.
On Tuesday, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) announced that the Pumas would have to forfeit their season for violating PGCPS rules involving residency during the season.
This takes the team from the top of their conference to now having their wins erased from the record.
In a statement, a spokesperson for Prince George’s County Public Schools said:
The Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School boys basketball team will forfeit the entire season due to a violation of the PGCPS and Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA) rules and regulations. The school’s athletic department is collaborating with other schools to adjust the upcoming game schedule accordingly.
We recognize the impact this decision may have on our players, families, and community. However, maintaining the integrity of our program is our top priority, and we fully accept responsibility for this oversight. We are dedicated to ensuring that all future participation complies with PGCPS and MPSSAA regulations.
We are taking immediate steps to address this issue and strengthen our processes to prevent similar situations in the future.
Prince George’s County Public Schools
The Pumas will still be able to participate in the Maryland state playoffs, but at a lower seed. DC News Now reached out to the Wise High School for comment.
