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Caitlin Clark Posts Support for Connor McCaffery After Grandmother’s Sudden Death

Marit Smaby Nowlin was found unresponsive at Lake Vermilion before dying at Cook Hospital with no cause of death disclosed.

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Aug 7, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Indiana Fever injured guard Caitlin Clark in attendance against the Phoenix Mercury during an WNBA game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office reports Nowlin was discovered unresponsive Wednesday evening at Lake Vermilion and passed away after being transported to Cook Hospital.
  • Connor McCaffery shared a childhood photo with his grandmother on Instagram, writing “I refuse to say goodbye, so until we meet again” in a heartfelt tribute.
  • Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark responded to McCaffery’s post with heart and prayer-hand emojis to offer comfort during his family’s loss.
  • Clark has missed 12 consecutive games this season due to a groin injury, forcing the Fever to reshuffle their lineup in her absence.
  • McCaffery, son of longtime coach Fran McCaffery, is in his first season as an assistant at Butler after serving as a development coordinator for the Indiana Pacers in 2023–24.