U.S. Olympic Committee names new chairman

COLORADO SPRINGS, Oct. 2 (UPI) -- Members of the United States Olympic Committee selected Larry Probst Thursday as the organization's new chairman.

Probst, longtime executive of the video game company Electronic Arts, replaces Peter Ueberroth, who will remain with the USOC as its honorary president for the next two years.

"I am honored to have the opportunity to serve an organization and a movement that makes such a significant difference in our world today," Probst said. "This is a movement built upon the spirit and dedication of athletes, and the selfless commitment of volunteers. By working closely with my fellow board members, the USOC staff and the greater Olympic family in our country, my goal as chairman is to preserve and strengthen opportunities for all those who wish to participate in this important endeavor."

Ueberroth has been a major figure in Chicago's attempt to be named host city for the 2016 Summer Olympics. His new efforts will focus on that bid.

Ueberroth was also president of the Los Angeles Olympic Committee for the 1984 Games and served as commissioner of Major League Baseball.