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UIC student-athletes were initially expelled from competing at conference championship competitions after the school opted to leave the Horizon League.
The Horizon League released a statement Wednesday confirming that University of Illinois Chicago athletic teams would not be allowed to compete in their respective league championships this season due to the school s pending departure.
AD Frank Cuervo says the Horizon League's decision not to grant relief and allow UIC to compete in championships is "an egregious act against our students."