PGA of America CEO Derek Sprague resigns from post to prioritise family life

[p]Sprague, who was named CEO in December ‌2024, will continue to advise the board ‌and his still-to-be-named successor to ensure a smooth transition, the PGA of America said in a press release.[/p][p][b]“At my daughter's wedding last ⁠month in upstate New York, it became clear ‌that my family needs me nearby to assist ​with the care of my mother and mother-in-law," said ‍Sprague.[/b][/p][p][b]"Focusing on family has become my priority, and the best decision for me is ‍to step ‌away from my role as CEO and return home to be with them."[/b][/p][p]The PGA of America, which is a separate organisation ⁠from the PGA Tour, runs the PGA Championship, Ryder Cup and many other events.[/p][p]Sprague, who became a PGA of America member in 1993, served the association in a range of leadership roles, including as a board member from 2008-10 and president from 2014-16.[/p][p]Prior to being named CEO in 2024, Sprague had served as ⁠general manager of TPC Sawgrass - the home ‌of the PGA Tour's flagship event, The Players Championship - in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida since January 2018.[/p][p]The PGA of America said it expects to name ⁠a new CEO in the coming ​weeks.[/p]