The NCAA has announced its decision regarding the eligibility of two members of the Seattle University women's basketball team, Mercedes Alexander and Breanna Salley. The NCAA has ruled that the students will not regain their eligibility for competition. Seattle University is disappointed with the finding and plans to appeal.
Both players have been sitting out the 2009-10 season following an academic violation that involved the former head coach. Seattle University addressed the students' conduct through the university's internal academic process and self-reported the violations to the NCAA. The university has taken all appropriate measures to ensure academic integrity, accountability, and compliance with NCAA rules.