08 Feb 2023 Burt Garrison – Maumelle Charter (501 Basketball Team 2023)

Senior forward Burt Garrison has learned many lessons throughout his 12-year basketball career. Most importantly, he’s learned that nothing beats hard work. 

“I’ve learned that working hard only pays off if you’re patient,” Garrison said. “This game, and life, is all about who has been the most disciplined. I want to be remembered as the guy who was willing to do anything. I believe that giving maximum effort now will create no regrets for the future.”

Garrison’s basketball mindset has transformed him into a vital leader for the Falcons. “Burt pushes his teammates to be their best and praises them through good and bad,” Maumelle Charter head coach Josh Sensabaugh said. “His work ethic, leadership, shooting and rebounding are his best qualities on the court, and he’s willing to do his part in the classroom to help others grow and learn.”

In his final high school season, Garrison is focused on creating memories with his teammates and fighting to the finish. “My personal goal this season is for everyone at all times to know how much the game means to me,” Garrison said. “Our team goal is to seed high in conference and take it all the way in district, leading to a big playoff run.”

Reflecting on his career, Garrison believes in a bright future for Maumelle Charter basketball. 

“I would tell future student-athletes to love the game in the moment,” Garrison said. “Once it’s gone, you will want to remember the game as a good thing.”