TK Kim
T.K. Kim is an American professional golfer who was born in Seoul, South Korea, grew up in Maui and Boise, Idaho after being adopted, and played collegiately at Boise State University. He competes primarily on the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour Americas. He earned his place in the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills by advancing through final qualifying at the Dallas Athletic Club site in Texas.
About TK Kim
TK Kim is a United States professional golfer. competing on the Korn Ferry Tour. TK Kim uses a Ping G440 Max Driver (10.5) driver, ProtoConcept C01 TB Irons irons, and a Odyssey Putter putter.
Current WITB
As spotted at the 2026 U.S. Open in June 2026
Bag Breakdown
14 clubs from 3 brands in the bag
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About TK Kim
T.K. Kim is an American professional golfer with a distinctive path to the game. Born on April 5, 1991, in Seoul, South Korea, he moved to Maui to live with his aunt before being adopted at age 15 and settling in Boise, Idaho. He has cited his early exposure to professional golf in Hawaii—where he volunteered as a standard bearer at the Sentry Tournament of Champions from the age of 11—as part of his introduction to the sport.
Kim played four collegiate seasons at Boise State University from 2009 to 2013. As a senior he recorded 11 top-25 finishes, a total that ranks among the best in program history, and earned All-Mountain West Conference recognition in 2013. He turned professional in 2014 and has competed largely on the developmental circuits, including the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour Americas.
Kim qualified for the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club by coming through the U.S. Golf Association's final qualifying, earning one of the spots available at the Dallas Athletic Club site in Texas. The appearance places him in a 156-player field at one of the championship's most demanding venues, and represents a major-championship start for a player who has spent most of his career outside the PGA Tour's top tier.
Equipment Q&A
TK Kim uses a Ping G440 Max Driver (10.5). The driver is typically chosen for its combination of distance, forgiveness, and workability to suit the player's swing.
TK Kim uses a Odyssey Putter. Putter choice is highly personal among tour professionals, often staying with the same model for years.
TK Kim uses ProtoConcept C01.5 TH. Iron selection on tour varies between players who prefer blades for workability and those who choose cavity backs for added forgiveness.
As of June 2026, TK Kim's bag includes a Ping G440 Max Driver (10.5), Odyssey Putter putter. Professional golfers typically update their equipment throughout the season based on performance and new releases.
