Remembering Wayman Tisdale
The Thunder released statements today regarding the passing of former OU and NBA forward Wayman Tisdale.
Said general manager Sam Presti: “On behalf of the Oklahoma City Thunder organization, players and staff, I would like to offer our sincere condolences to the Tisdale family. Wayman was a tremendous representative for the game of basketball as well as the state of Oklahoma. His passion for life and endless positive energy will remain an inspiration for us all.”
Said coach Scott Brooks: “Wayman was an amazing competitor and an even better person. His smile and enthusiasm for life was contagious and something that will live on forever.”
Said team chairman Clay Bennett: “The entire organization is deeply saddened by the loss of Wayman Tisdale. We will forever remember the April night he was honored at a Thunder game. His smile radiated throughout the arena as dans and players on both benches all rose and cheered in tribute. He was a remarkable athlete and competitor, but most of all a tremendous person. his courage fighting cancer and helping others along the way are a lasting inspiration for us all. We extend our thoughts and prayers to Regina, their children and the entire Tisdale family.”
The Thunder also has several tributes to Tisdale on its official Web site, www.thunder.nba.com. Vice President of Corporate Communications and Community Relations Dan Mahoney shared his memories, a video of Tisdale receiving the Thunder’s Community Hero Award and a sideline interview can be seen here. And an emotional video of Tisdale receiving the NBA Legends Award at All-Star Weekend can be seen here. At the end of the last video, Tisdale voiced the courage he so often embodied when he assured a crowded room, “I will not give up this fight, not one minute.”
The Oklahoman and NewsOK.com in April also chronicled Tisdale’s impact on today’s NBA players and his adjustment to his surgery and prosthetic leg in this story and video.
We’ll have much more coverage in Saturday’s editions of The Oklahoman and on NewsOK.com, including a column from Berry Tramel remembering Tisdale’s charisma, a column from Jenni Carlson reflecting on his inspirational life, a piece from John Rohde talking with Billy and Tommy Tubbs as well as a timeline of Tisdale’s life and legacy.
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