COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — USA Swimming hired Kevin Ring as its CEO and president on Thursday.

Ring has spent his career in sports marketing, most recently as president of Legends Golf, a data-focused live events company that has partnered with the U.S. Golf Association, Ryder Cup, PGA of America and LPGA. He previously worked as chief revenue and marketing officer at the PGA of America.

“Swimming is one of the world’s most inspiring and global sports, and I am honored to join USA Swimming at such an important moment,” Ring said in a statement. “There is an extraordinary opportunity to grow participation, connect with new fans and develop innovative partnerships that will fuel success for the entire swimming community.”

He begins his duties Sept. 17. He will be tasked with expanding

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