Jan. 7 (UPI) — Derek Sprague, the CEO of the PGA of America, will resign to care for his family, he announced Wednesday.
Sprague assumed the role last January, replacing Seth Waugh, who held the position for eight years. He previously worked as president of the PGA of America from 2014 to 2016.
Sprague was the first club professional in two decades to hold the CEO title. He also was the first former PGA president to become CEO.
The PGA of America, which includes 30,000 professional and runs the Ryder Cup when held in the United States and PGA Championship, expects to name a replacement for Sprague in the coming weeks.
Sprague will continue to hold an advisory role for the board and incoming CEO.