The PGA has paid tribute to its “hugely popular” former chief executive Sandy Jones, who has passed away.
Jones spent nearly four decades with the organisation, leading it for a quarter of a century. He was also key in turning the Ryder Cup into one of the world’s top sporting events and was a pivotal figure involved in charities linked to the game.
“This is a very sad day for the association,” said current PGA CEO Robert Maxfield.
“Sandy led the PGA for more than 25 years, instigating significant change and improvement to the way the association was run.
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“Through his work with the Ryder Cup, the PGA World Alliance and the PGAs of Europe, he was a significant figure in world golf as well in Great Britain and Ireland.
“He was respected and admired by many and the association owes him a huge debt of gratitude.”
The PGA is sad to report that its former Chief Executive and a hugely popular figure in golf, Sandy Jones, has passed away.
Sandy was the Association’s Chief Executive for 25 years and was also a President of the Golf Foundation and a chairman of The Ryder Cup Trust.
— The PGA (@ThePGA) November 28, 2022
Jones’ association with the PGA began in 1980 when he was appointed…
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