Gov. Gregoire�s statement on sale of Seattle Storm

For Immediate Release: January 8, 2008

OLYMPIA � Following today�s announcement on the potential sale of the Seattle Storm to a local ownership group, Governor Gregoire had the following response:

�As Governor and as a Storm fan, I think today�s news that the team will stay in Seattle is simply terrific. The ownership group of accomplished women has made this possible because of their strong commitment to the community. They also know first-hand that being able to compete in the top echelon of sports provides women with opportunities generations who came before us never had.

�Like other countless basketball fans, I love the Sonics and the Storm and would like both teams to remain in the area. I am very pleased that the Storm will remain in the state of Washington.�

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