Remembering Nancy Leonard
(Courtesy: The Pacers)
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (ADAMS) – The First Lady of Indiana basketball is dead at age 93.
Nancy Leonard was the widow of former Pacers coach and general manager Bobby “Slick” Leonard. She served as assistant GM of the Pacers from 1976 to 1980- organizing the well-known “Save the Pacers” telethon in 1977.
Nancy continued to attend Pacers games as recently as this year.
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The Simon Family and Pacers Sports & Entertainment issued the following statement on the passing of Nancy Leonard:
“We are heartbroken to hear of Nancy Leonard’s passing. Quite simply, we would not be here without her. From the earliest days of the franchise, Nancy poured her heart and soul into the team, not just as the wife of Slick Leonard, but as a female trailblazer who rallied the community when we needed it the most. From organizing the now-legendary telethon that helped save the team to being a constant presence courtside as a true superfan, her passion for the organization made her beloved by generations of players, alumni and staff. She will always be part of the Pacers family and her legacy will continue to shape who we are. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Leonard family and all who were touched by Nancy’s remarkable life.”
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