Derek Sprague stepped down because the chief government officer on the PGA of America on Wednesday as a way to assist present elevated care to each his mom and mother-in-law.
Sprague knowledgeable the PGA of America Board of Administrators final month of his request to be together with his household in upstate New York.
Sprague stated he’ll proceed in an advisory position to assist the transition for the incoming CEO. The PGA of America stated it expects to announce a brand new CEO within the coming weeks.
“At my daughter’s marriage ceremony final month in upstate New York, it grew to become clear that my household wants me close by to help with the care of my mom and mother-in-law,” Sprague stated. “Specializing in household has grow to be my precedence, and the very best choice for me is to step away from my position as CEO and return residence to be with them.
“Serving as CEO of the PGA of America over the previous 12 months has been an unimaginable honor, and I’ll all the time be thankful for the belief positioned in me by the Board and thank them for his or her understanding. I additionally wish to thank our workers for his or her tireless dedication. Their ardour and dedication encourage me, and I do know the Affiliation will proceed to thrive because it carries ahead the proud mission of serving our members and rising the sport.”
Sprague took over the place in December 2024 from interim CEO Kerry Haigh, who was on the job since Seth Waugh resigned in June of that 12 months. Waugh had held the position since August 2018.
–Discipline Stage Media
