The COO of Blizzard, Paul Sams, has become part owner of the Steelers! The
information posted to the Steelers
website cites the unanimous approval of the NFL about the recent ownership
changes that have moved the Sams family into partial ownership of the defending
Super Bowl champs. Roethlisberger in game pets anyone?
Here's an excerpt from the official Steelers
website about the new ownership changes:
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced today that
the reorganization of the club's ownership is completed. The transition involved
the sale of stock by members of the Rooney and McGinley families to Steelers
President, Art Rooney II, along with a group of new shareholders. The new
shareholders include a number of individuals who have previously been
identified, including, James Haslam III, the Paul Family, Thomas Tull, Bruce
Rauner, John Stallworth and the Varischetti Family. New members of the ownership
group include: David Tepper, the Paul Sams Family, Ben Statler, and Mike
Wilkins.
A brief background of each of the new Steelers
owners is included.
Steelers President Art Rooney II said: “I am
very pleased to welcome our new owners into the Steelers Family. I am
also appreciative of the efforts of all of our family members, both Rooneys
and McGinleys, to help make this work. All of our partners worked to help
structure this ownership transition in a way that allows for this franchise to
continue to be successful on the field and in the community.”
Several other members of the Rooney Family will
retain ownership positions in the franchise, including Art Rooney, Jr., John
J. Rooney, and members of the Patrick Rooney Family. Members of the McGinley
Family will also continue to own a portion of the stock, including Steelers
Director Emeritus, Rita McGinley.
Steelers Chairman Emeritus Dan Rooney said:
“This is an important transition for the future of our franchise and our
fans. I think it ensures that the stability and tradition of Steelers football
can continue for many years.”
To read more visit the Steelers
website!
