The allegations were made by Peter Lyons, the guardian of former Saints standout running back Jake Payton, who transferred to Upland at the end of spring only to have San Dimas challenge the move. Payton was declared ineligible for the upcoming season by the CIF Southern Section office.
This newspaper has obtained copies of email correspondence between Lyons and several members of the Bonita Unified School District, including superintendent Dr. Gary Ripkin and San Dimas principal Michael Kelly.