A golf cart accident that reportedly involved former NFL star John Elway on Saturday, April 26, has left his friend and former agent, Jeff Sperbeck, with a severe head injury. Sperbeck is reportedly now on life support. The incident is currently under investigation by local authorities in California.
Incident Details at La Quinta Club
The accident is reported to have occurred at The Madison Club, a private facility in La Quinta, California. John Elway, the 64-year-old former Denver Broncos quarterback and general manager, was reportedly with Jeff Sperbeck, 61, at the time of the incident on Saturday.
The Accident and Sperbeck’s Injury
According to various reports, including those from TMZ and KESQ, the accident took place when Jeff Sperbeck reportedly fell off the rear of a golf cart that he and Elway were traveling in. Sperbeck is said to have fallen onto and hit his head on the asphalt surface. He was found unconscious but still breathing at the scene, having sustained what is described as a traumatic head injury.
CAL FIRE responded to the incident, and a spokesperson confirmed transporting a patient who had fallen from a golf cart to a local trauma center, initially in unknown condition. Sperbeck was transported to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs. Reports from outlets like TMZ indicate he is currently on life support and the prognosis is not favorable.
Investigation Underway
The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that an investigation has been opened into the golf cart accident. However, they noted that law enforcement was not called to the scene immediately when the incident occurred. Reports from TMZ suggest there is currently no indication that Elway was at fault in the accident. It is reported that Elway contacted 911 following the incident.
Witness Perspective
A witness at the scene, Ali Simon, shared her account with KESQ. She stated that she arrived just approximately one minute before the accident took place. Simon described the aftermath, seeing Sperbeck on the ground with people surrounding him and calling for help. She recounted the scene as “scary” and “nothing like we’ve ever seen,” noting that medics arrived within about five minutes.
Relationship Between Elway and Sperbeck
John Elway and Jeff Sperbeck share a long-standing relationship. Sperbeck served as Elway’s agent for many years. More recently, the two men co-founded the 7Cellars winery together, highlighting their ongoing business partnership.
Sperbeck’s Professional Background
Beyond his association with Elway, Jeff Sperbeck is known for his extensive career in sports representation. He is an NFL-certified contract advisor who reportedly represented over 100 NFL football players during his three decades as an agent and business advisor in the sport.
Reports indicate that news outlets have attempted to contact CAL FIRE, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, and The Madison Club for updated information regarding the incident and Sperbeck’s condition, but did not immediately receive responses.
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