Stephen Ducoff, the president and CEO of the Association of Chief Executives for Sport (ACES) and the former leader of the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, passed away August 29. He was 72.

Ducoff had been the head of ACES, a Colorado Springs-based association representing the leaders of various national governing bodies and Olympic-related sports organizations, since the group’s founding in 2007. He previously served as the president and CEO of the Billiard Congress of America from 2000–2007. He served as president and CEO of the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation from 1994–2000, which hosted the annual NASC Symposium in 1999.

“ We are saddened to hear of the passing of Steve Ducoff, a longtime member of the NASC and leader of the Association of Chief Executives in Sport (ACES)," said Al Kidd, NASC President & CEO. "Our condolences go out to Steve’s wife, Elaine, his family and colleagues during this difficult time. We will always remember him for his contributions to our industry and dedication to the NASC."

A private service is being planned by Ducoff’s family. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the American Cancer Society.