John Elway breaks silence on agent's death after golf cart crash
John Elway, the Pro Football Hall of Famer, expressed profound sadness over the death of his longtime agent and friend Jeff Sperbeck, who passed away from injuries sustained in a golf cart accident. The incident occurred in California, where Elway was driving the golf cart and Sperbeck, sitting as a passenger, fell off and struck his head on the asphalt. Sperbeck was placed on life support but succumbed to his injuries a few days later at the Desert Regional Medical Center. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation, finding no evidence of reckless driving on Elway's part. Sperbeck, who had been Elwayβs manager since 1990 and co-founded the 7Cellars wine company with him, was revered for his loyalty and friendship by Elway and others in the sports community.
John Elway broke his silence following the tragic death of Jeff Sperbeck, his agent and close friend, who died after a golf cart accident in California. Elway expressed his devastation and heartbreak in a public statement.
The accident occurred when Sperbeck was riding as a passenger in a golf cart driven by Elway; he fell off the cart, struck his head on the asphalt, and was subsequently placed on life support before passing away.
An investigation was initiated by the Riverside County Sheriff's Office, which found no indications of reckless driving by Elway during the incident.
Jeff Sperbeck had managed Elway since 1990 and had represented numerous NFL players, including Hall of Famers Ronnie Lott and Jim Plunkett. He was a well-respected figure in the sports agent community.
In 2015, Elway and Sperbeck co-founded 7Cellars, a company producing premium wines, showcasing their strong business partnership and personal friendship.
Elway's statement extended his deepest sympathies to Sperbeck's family, emphasizing the significant impact Sperbeck had on his life and the lives of many others.
Elway, who spent his entire 16-year NFL career with the Denver Broncos, winning two Super Bowls, also held a significant role within the Broncos' front office, highlighting his enduring legacy in the sport.