Regrettably, the UPA was involved in litigation with one of its members about a question regarding college eligibility.  Plaintiff voluntarily dismissed his case at a hearing on his motion for temporary injunction.  While it is the UPA's policy not to comment on litigation matters, members may view a pdf version of the pleadings which the UPA filed in connection with the case by following the links below.  The affidavit of Will Deaver clearly discusses the rule at issue in the lawsuit and the process by which eligibility is reviewed.

Motion to Dismiss (PDF)
Motion in Opposition of Motion for Temporary Injunction (PDF)
Affidavit of Sandra Hammerly (PDF)
Affidavit of Will Deaver (PDF) - Exhibit B, which included copies of UPA sactioning forms and UPA event roster from 2001 Richmond Hat Tournament, contained personal information and was removed for this online posting.