Tk Kim Played Award-Winning PROTOCONCEPT GOLF Equipment to Clinch the 2024 Idaho Open Championship

-Kim, a native of Idaho and Boise State graduate, captured the 2024 Idaho Open title four strokes ahead of the runner up-

ORANGE COUNTY, CA. – SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 – PROTOCONCEPT GOLF, a luxury Japanese golf club designer and manufacturer, congratulates TK Kim for seizing his home state title - the 2024 Idaho Open Championship. He shot rounds of 63, 63, and 70 for a 196, 14-under par total on the Quail Hollow Golf Course.

Kim played his custom handcrafted C01.5TH forged hybrid iron #4 for precision and accuracy. A Tour-spec hybrid iron, available for every golfer, which provides a higher launch with more ball speed and is easy to hit. It features a hollow body with a dynamic face that generates immense ball speed to carry the ball farther and the center of gravity is strategically positioned to promote playability with a controlled ball flight and is super easy to launch.

"TK loves his forged hybrid #4 iron as he can swing aggressively, control the ball flight, and get the extra carry and distance," said Marcy Kamoda, CEO of PROTOCONCEPT GOLF. “He also relied on our PROTOCONCEPT GOLF wedges. His sentiment is similar as he can be aggressive at the pin but with control and precision.

Also, in TK’s bag at the 2024 Idaho Open Championship are PROTOCONCEPT GOLF wedges. He played wedges with lofts of 50, 56, and 58. His wedges offer him high performance, precision, and versatility. They feature a signature feel thanks to an ultra-soft forged face and the unique dotted pattern milling provides him increased spin and control.

About PROTOCONCEPT GOLF:

Golf manufacturers design and develop golf equipment specifically for golf professionals. These highly specialized golf clubs and concepts are offered as a prototype exclusively for the golf professional and never for the amateur golfer. This was the genesis for PROTOCONCEPT GOLF. The "PROTO" in PROTOCONCEPT is an abbreviation for "PROTOTYPE." NOW, amateurs of all levels can play and enjoy the same equipment or prototypes that were once only available for golf professionals.

PROTOCONCEPT GOLF, launched in 2019, is a high-profile luxury Japanese golf club manufacturer that has transitioned it’s resources and management to North America. The highly sought-after brand will be managed by Smiling Ducks, Inc.

PROTOCONCEPT GOLF's forged irons have consistently earned the esteemed Golf Digest "Hot List" award. The professional team at PROTOCONCEPT GOLF includes Haeji Kang, Ryuji Imada, and Chia Cheng. Their artisanal range of forged golf clubs is available through select dealers such as True Spec Golf, Cool Clubs, Urban Golf Performance, and online via Fairway Jockey.

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