-Tour driven PROTOCONCEPT signs Shadoff for the 2026 season-
ORANGE COUNTY, CA — PROTOCONCEPT GOLF, a renowned Japanese company known for its high-performance golf equipment, announced today that LPGA Tour Professional Jodi Shadoff has joined its team of professional staff members.
Shadoff contributes years of touring experience and golf equipment insight to PROTOCONCEPT. She started collaborating with Director of Tour Operations Steve Loerzel, who fitted her with C03TC Irons (6-PW). Her performance improved, allowing her to make more cuts. At the end of the season, she tied for 24th to move up the LPGA Priority List. Since then, she has added a C05TC #5 Iron and RR Wedges in 50, 56AG, and 60AG, to her bag.
“I have not hit a set of irons with such exceptional feel and responsiveness in nearly a decade. These clubs have significantly enhanced my ball striking and overall performance,” said Shadoff.
At the Fortinet Founders Cup last weekend, Shadoff recorded a 7-under total of 281, finishing one stroke behind the world’s top-ranked player and securing a tie for nineteenth place. “I hold Jodi in high regard, and everyone at PROTOCONCEPT—including myself—is excited that she has joined our team,” said Marcy Kamoda, CEO of PROTOCONCEPT GOLF. “We also appreciate the trust she places in Steve and our equipment.”
PROTOCONCEPT GOLF gear in Jodi Shadoff’s bag:
C03TC forged irons feature a classic design and advanced technology, using 3D CAD for an optimized center of gravity. Handcrafted precision forging delivers a soft feel and high performance. C03TC FORGED IRON – Premium Custom Golf Clubs | PROTOCONCEPT
Building on the proven forgiveness of its predecessor, the C05TP adds a redesigned power pocket and 3D CAD engineering to deliver longer distance with reliable accuracy. Its solid feel and stable head behavior provide consistent, target-focused performance for confident ball strikers. C05TP FORGED IRON – Premium Custom Golf Clubs | PROTOCONCEPT
Shadoff noted, “The C05’s launch hot and fast, even from tough lies or with the wind. I use them for distance.”
RR WEDGES. PROTOCONCEPT GOLF pushes the boundaries of wedge functionality, striving to deliver optimal sole and bounce performance. The RR FORGED WEDGE introduces a groundbreaking approach to versatility, offering varied playability options for precise distance control and shot trajectories from any lie. RR FORGED WEDGE – Premium Custom Golf Clubs | PROTOCONCEPT
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 its resources and management to North America. Smiling Ducks Inc. will manage the highly sought-after brand.
PROTOCONCEPT GOLF forged irons have received the coveted Golf Digest “Hot List” award every year since the company’s inception. The PROTOCONCEPT GOLF professional staff include Lydia Ko, Haeji Kang, Ryuji Imada, and Chia Cheng.
Their handcrafted line of forged golf clubs can be purchased at an exclusive PROTOCONCEPT GOLF dealer. PROTOCONCEPT Golf – Store Locator
For more information, visit www.protoconceptgolf.com
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