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USA Gymnastics announced Kyle Albrecht as its next president and CEO on Tuesday. Albrecht joins the national governing body for gymnastics following a recent stint with Major League Soccer (MLS).
In a press release, the organization highlighted Albrecht’s “broad experience” in commercial and partnership development, grassroots participation programs and fan engagement, brand management and brand growth.
Albrecht brings broad experience in the field of grassroots organizational development and has been working at the MLS since 2019. At MLS, he served as vice president of MLS GO and general manager of MLS NEXT, “where (Albrecht) led the best youth soccer development program in America while achieving record growth.”
He also oversaw major events for his previous organization and led commercial strategy for the MLS All-Star Game and the MLS Cup. Before his time at MLS, Albrecht launched Under Armor’s soccer category and European sports marketing.
Albrecht will take over the helm of the organization January 1, 2026following the departure of the current president and CEO Li Li Leung. Leung announced her intention to step down in June 2025 after more than six years at the helm of USA Gymnastics.
The organization, which was hired in March 2019, praised Leung’s leadership for catalyzing a “historic turnaround” and “cultural transformation” within the sport. Leung helped the organization bounce back from the blows dealt by the Nassar sex abuse scandal, putting the well-being and safety of athletes at the forefront.
After a three-month vetting investigation and process led by the USAG Board-appointed committee and CAA Executive SearchUSA Gymnastics named Albrecht as Leung’s successor.
At the same time, Albrecht promises to prioritize athlete safety, a hallmark of Leung’s tenure. “Athlete safety and performance are the foundation of gymnastics,” Albrecht said.
“My goal is to be a true steward of the sport and ensure everyone has access to participate in it. We want to continue building on the strong foundation that will carry us well beyond 2028.”
USA Gymnastics designates the Strategic plan 2028 as one of Albrecht’s immediate and critical duties as President and CEO. Under his leadership, the organization wants to “further elevate one of the most iconic sports in American culture,” Albrecht said.
“It is an honor to lead this organization into its next chapter – driving growth that promotes athlete success, strengthens our community and builds on the culture of safety and well-being that has defined the past six years. I look forward to working with the board, staff and key stakeholders to continue to improve the sport at every level.”
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