USA Swimming, the national governing body for the sport of swimming in the United States, today announced the appointment of Kevin M. Ring as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Ring, who currently serves as President of Golf at Legends, brings a proven record of building revenue and elevating fan engagement across some of the world’s most competitive sports.

At Legends, Ring oversaw strategic growth initiatives in the global golf business, creating innovative partnerships, media strategies, and commercial platforms that enhanced both athlete and fan experiences. Prior to Legends, he served as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Marketing Officer at the PGA of America, where he spearheaded efforts to grow the game of golf through new sponsorship models, media rights deals, grassroots engagement, and enhanced championship experiences.

“I’m excited to see Kevin stepping into this role with a focus on collaboration,” said Natalie Coughlin, Chair-Elect of the USA Swimming Board of Directors. “His commitment to empowering athlete leadership, strengthening coach development, and bringing all stakeholders to the table is exactly what USA Swimming needs to move forward. I’m confident his leadership will make a lasting impact on our sport.”

As CEO, Ring will lead USA Swimming’s strategy to expand membership, increase revenue, and maximize the momentum of the sport heading into the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. His appointment comes at a pivotal time, as the organization focuses on the long-term health of the sport in the United States. Ring will also serve as the CEO of the USA Swimming Foundation, focusing on furthering their mission of saving lives, building champions, and impacting communities.

“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,” said Ring. “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. I look forward to working with our athletes, coaches, volunteers, and partners to expand the reach and impact of this incredible sport.”

This search was led by a dedicated Task Force of USA Swimming Olympians, coaches, and volunteer leaders, in partnership with Creative Artists Agency (CAA). The Task Force’s broad knowledge of swimming, combined with CAA’s deep expertise in executive sports placements, ensured a comprehensive and competitive process, ultimately bringing forward a leader uniquely positioned to guide USA Swimming into the future.

“Kevin’s track record in driving participation and revenue growth aligns perfectly with USA Swimming’s goals as we enter a new era,” said Chris Brearton, Chair of the USA Swimming Board of Directors. “Just as important, Kevin understands the vital role of supporting athletes and coaches at every stage of their journey and ensuring they have the resources to succeed. His ability to bring demonstrated best practices from other sports to empower our athletes, coaches, and the broader swimming community will be instrumental as we head into LA2028 and beyond”