SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey issues statement following passing of Mike Slive
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Wednesday was a sad day not only for the SEC but college football as a whole as former Southeastern Conference commissioner Mike Slive passed away at the age of 77.
Soon after the news of Slive’s passing was released, Greg Sankey, Slive’s successor, issued the following statement:
“Mike Slive literally changed the world through his life. He was a friend before we worked together. He was a friend when we were colleagues. He remained a friend in his retirement as I succeeded him as commissioner. Today we all lost a friend. We will miss him for his work and especially for his compassion. Our prayers are with Liz, Anna, Judd and Abigail.”
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our friend and former Commissioner Mike Slive.
His impact was felt far beyond the footprint of the SEC. His presence will be missed. https://t.co/Sjvo5Ws8mL pic.twitter.com/7y0dMXXmAa
— Southeastern Conference (@SEC) May 16, 2018
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