Lynne Nolan

Lynne Nolan has worked to build Illinois ultimate into a thriving youth and club scene for over 30 years. In the 1990’s, she served as the Women’s Central Regional Coordinator and UPA Board Member. In 1994, Lynne founded Tune-up, a premiere tournament that attracted the best Open and Women’s division teams from coast to coast. Lynne eventually expanded the tournament to include 87 teams, increasing access to top competition for all levels. With a format that maximized the number of games played, allowed wins by one point, and enabled winning teams to move up divisions, she established innovations that would be adapted and built upon. As a founding member and Treasurer of Illinois Youth Ultimate and the Illinois Ultimate State Based organization of USAU, she organized high school state championships, middle school and high school leagues, and summer camps. Lynne’s steadfast efforts have earned her a reputation as a local champion; she continues to lead, organize, and set up cones to this day.