Vermont-based Revolution steps into new league
The Burlington Revolution, a semi-professional basketball organization based in Burlington, Vermont, has confirmed a move to the American Basketball Association and launched tryouts to fill open roster spots ahead of an inaugural ABA campaign scheduled to begin in October. While the development concerns the Vermont city, not Burlington, Ontario, it underscores a cross-border sports storyline of interest to fans tracking regional basketball initiatives and community-focused programs.
What changed for the team
Team leaders say the shift marks a next step for a program that has operated for years and now seeks a sustainable competitive platform. The organization held tryouts to identify players for its first ABA season, positioning the move as both a competitive upgrade and a way to extend opportunities for athletes aiming to continue playing or pursue professional chances elsewhere.
Assistant coach Kerry Lyons framed the announcement around the league’s return to the city, noting excitement that the ABA is back in Burlington after a long absence. Team owner Andy Bousono described the transition as a natural progression for a program developed over more than a decade, casting the league move as a way to solidify the team’s future.
“The ABA back in Burlington again. It’s been a long time, so, we’re excited to have it back,” assistant coach Kerry Lyons said.
Culture first: coaches stress community
In addition to on-court goals, the organization is emphasizing outreach, mentorship and visibility. Head coach BJ Robertson spoke about establishing a culture anchored in character, work ethic and community presence, an approach Lyons linked to his past experience with Vermont’s ABA championship history. Both coaches referenced their backgrounds with a title-winning ABA program in the state and pointed to that model of community engagement—supporting youth and showing up at local events—as a template they want to replicate.
Bousono added that the team aims to provide a platform for players to continue their development, including those seeking opportunities at the next level or abroad. While wins remain an objective, coaches highlighted the broader standard they intend to set for professionalism and local involvement.
- League move: The Revolution has joined the ABA and begun tryouts to shape its first roster in the league.
- Community focus: Coaches cite character, hard work and local engagement as core values.
- Timeline: The club targets an October start for its inaugural ABA season.
What happens next
With tryouts underway, the Revolution will finalize signings and game preparations ahead of opening night. The organization has not provided additional schedule specifics beyond targeting the fall. Lyons characterized success in broad terms, noting that community impact will be measured alongside results on the court.
For readers in Burlington, Ontario, the development is a reminder of the range of semi-pro and developmental basketball taking shape nearby in the northeastern U.S. While the Revolution’s activities are based in Vermont, the emphasis on accessibility, career pathways and community outreach may resonate with local clubs and residents who track cross-border sport and civic engagement.
| Team | League | Season start | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Revolution | American Basketball Association | October | Burlington, Vermont |
Coaches set goals for the court—and beyond
Robertson summarized the competitive aim plainly: the team intends to contend from the outset. At the same time, Lyons reiterated that how the organization supports local residents will be central to its identity.
“It’s as much, if not more, about what we do for the community,” Lyons said. “Winning takes a lot of different forms.”
With the ABA season on the horizon, the Revolution’s immediate tasks are roster selection and pre-season preparation. Longer term, the club’s leaders have tied their success to building a lasting presence in Burlington, Vermont—one, they say, that balances wins with visible community contribution.
