Maggie Steffens, a three-time Olympic gold medalist in water polo, is mourning the sudden death of her sister-in-law, Lulu Conner. Lulu, the younger sister of Steffens’ husband Bobby Conner, passed away at 26 due to a medical emergency. She had traveled to Paris to support Steffens in the 2024 Summer Games.
Steffens, who married Bobby in November 2023, shared her heartbreak with the Associated Press on July 28. “She was so excited for the Olympic Games,” Steffens said. “She’s the light of the world and brought so much joy to everyone.”
To honor Lulu, Steffens dropped a bouquet of flowers into the Seine during the opening ceremony on July 26. She expressed her gratitude for the support from her team and acknowledged the immense struggle she and her family are facing. “Feeling her spirit here is amazing, and I hope we can make her proud every single day,” she said.
Adam Krikorian, the women’s water polo coach, mentioned that Lulu was full of energy and excited to watch the team. The players plan to honor her by playing with energy.
On Sunday, Flavor Flav, a dedicated supporter of the U.S. women’s water polo team, shared a video of Bobby Conner giving him a special clock necklace that Lulu had made for him. Flavor Flav announced he would wear it throughout the Olympics.
Lulu also made clocks for each member of the women’s water polo team. The U.S. team began their preliminary rounds on July 27 with a 15-6 victory over Greece and will next play Spain on July 29.
Steffens has always emphasized the importance of unity with her teammates, saying, “Together, the impossible seems possible. It’s all about the circle, the team, and knowing we’re in this together.”
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