The University Interscholastic League says it looked into questions raised about the eligibility of some players on the DeSoto High School girls' varsity basketball team and found no issues.
NBC 5 reported the UIL was looking into the issue in March.
On Thursday the UIL told NBC 5, "Following an investigation of the allegations, the UIL found the DeSoto Girls Basketball program to be in compliance with student eligibility rules."
NBC 5 reached out to the DeSoto Independent School District about the findings. A spokesperson offered the following written response.
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"DeSoto ISD appreciates the work of the UIL in the organization’s review of this matter. Per the UIL, the organization's investigations on January 20, 2023; March 8, 2023; and March 27, 2023; are complete and closed. As a result of UIL's review, the district was found to be cleared of concerns related to these matters. As a district, DeSoto ISD looks forward to getting back to focusing on its service to students and families through the district's well-rounded and holistic Triple-A approach of academics, arts, and athletics."
You can read more about UIL Eligibility Standards here.
