let the players vote whether or not to continue the season.
If the players vote to continue the season then please explain why you would deny them that opportunity.
In my mind these 6 players are special young men who have earned our respect.
Let the players determine whether to continue the season.
IMO, I think that is the best route to go, Otis. Barring winning the Big East Tournament, then I'd be all for putting away the basketballs. But, I probably would ask the players and see what they think. If this was a junior or senior laden (or, even a sophomore laden) squad, then I wouldn't even inquire with the players, and just end the season.
Considering, this is a freshmen laden squad, then I'd give them the choice of playing in the CBI. Actually, I have a feeling the Big East Tournament will be the last time our group plays this season.