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Timberwolves & Lynx Statements on the Passing of Lynx Chief Operating Officer Conrad Smith

January 17, 2013 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Minnesota Lynx News Release


MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL - The following are statements from the Minnesota Timberwolves & Lynx on the passing of Lynx Chief Operating Officer Conrad Smith:

Timberwolves & Lynx Owner Glen Taylor

"On behalf of the entire Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx organization, we are extremely saddened about the passing of Conrad Smith. I send my deepest condolences to his wife Carla, his children Tara, Brenton and Christine, and the entire Smith family.

A member of our Timberwolves and Lynx family for more than 18 years and a long-time sports executive in the Twin Cities, Conrad was a true professional in every sense of the word. It was Conrad's leadership and passion that helped make the Lynx franchise a business success, and for many years he was integral to the growth and development of our Wolves corporate sales department.

But more importantly, Conrad was a tremendous husband, father and friend. Nothing meant more to Conrad than his loving family, and he always shared stories about their lives. His lively personality, quick wit and everlasting smile will be missed by everyone who came in contact with him. Please keep Conrad and his family in your thoughts and prayers."

Lynx Executive Vice President and Timberwolves Chief Financial Officer Roger Griffith

"Conrad will be incredibly missed. He did an outstanding job running the business side of the Lynx organization, and he shaped our franchise into the successful business that it is today. Conrad was excellent at creating a personal connection with everyone he worked with, making him one of the most beloved members of our organization."

Timberwolves & Lynx President Chris Wright

"Simply put, Conrad is irreplaceable. I have known and worked with Conrad since 1986, and his professionalism and passion for his work is unlike anyone I've ever met. His contributions to the Minneapolis market over the last few decades are unprecedented, having worked with the Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Strikers, Minnesota North Stars and Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. Conrad was a great human being who cared for his friends, his colleagues and staff and those who were in need in our market. He will be missed as a colleague and, more importantly, a great friend."

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