April 18, 2003

Jeff Robinson Announces Resignation as Protest & Appeals Chief

The Chairman of the Protest & Appeals Committee, Jeff Robinson, has announced his resignation effective May 22, 2003. Robinson has served the Utah Youth Soccer Association in this capacity for more than three years.

"I accepted Jeff's resignation with great appreciation for his distinguished service," said UYSA President Paul C. Burke. "As Jeff's predecessor, I know how important the Protest and Appeal Committee is to our Association. Under Jeff's stewardship, the Protest and Appeals Committee addressed many difficult issues with firmness and fairness. I also know that Jeff has sacrificed an enormous amount of time from both his family and his law practice in order to provide this vital service to the Utah Youth Soccer Association."

Burke asked UYSA's members to express their appreciation to Robinson for his administrative work on behalf of the organization. "Jeff is a successful attorney, and he has made an important contribution to the Association with his legal skills. Thanks to Jeff and other members of the Protest and Appeals Committee, UYSA members can be confident of receiving a fair hearing through UYSA's appeals processes."

Robinson plans to continue his service to UYSA as a coach in the State Competition League. President Burke plans to appoint a new chairman for the Protest & Appeals Committee before the May 2003 meeting of the Board of Directors. UYSA members interested in serving on the Protest & Appeals Committee are encouraged to contact the State Office via email.