Lincoln International represents The Riverside Company in the sale of Connor Sport Court International, Inc. to Gerflor S.A.S.

CHICAGO, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Lincoln International ("Lincoln"), a leading global mid-market investment bank, is pleased to announce that The Riverside Company ("Riverside") has sold Connor Sport Court International, Inc. ("CSCI" or the "Company") to Gerflor S.A.S. ("Gerflor"). The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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Formed in 2005 through the merger of Connor Sports Flooring and Sport Court Inc., CSCI is a provider of sports surfaces, including hardwood surfaces and subfloors, modular surfaces and synthetic surfaces for schools and universities, professional sports teams, residential customers, private organizations and parks and recreational facilities. CSCI has established relationships with major sports affiliations and has provided the sports surfaces for numerous professional and collegiate organizations. The Company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and operates a corporate wood mill in Amasa, Michigan and a sales office in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Lincoln International acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Riverside and CSCI, working closely with the management team and shareholders throughout the sale process. This included providing advisory expertise and managing the preparatory, marketing, negotiation and due diligence phases of the transaction. "CSCI and Lincoln have a long-standing relationship, and Lincoln has been a valuable partner throughout the transaction," said Ron Cerny, President and CEO of CSCI. "Lincoln's experience, guidance and thoughtful advice throughout the process were instrumental in achieving a successful outcome that positions CSCI for future success."

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Lincoln International specializes in merger and acquisition advisory services, debt advisory services, private capital raising and restructuring advice on mid-market transactions. Lincoln International also provides fairness opinions, valuations and pension advisory services on a wide range of transaction sizes. With sixteen offices in the Americas, Asia and Europe, Lincoln International has strong local knowledge and contacts in key global economies. The firm provides clients with senior-level attention, in-depth industry expertise and integrated resources. By being focused and independent, Lincoln International serves its clients without conflicts of interest.  More information about Lincoln International can be obtained at www.lincolninternational.com.

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