Sam Saunders has been named captain of Team USA for the Spirit competition, marking a return to the event 21 years after his initial involvement. The appointment was reported by Golfweek's Tim Schmitt on November 11, 2026. Saunders, a professional golfer and grandson of Arnold Palmer, will lead the American squad in the upcoming matches. Details on the specific format and schedule for the Spirit event were not disclosed in the initial announcement.
Sam Saunders Returns as Team USA Captain 21 Years After Spirit Debut
