Golphin

Golphin Ltd., founded in 2012 in Scotland, the Home of Golf, was inspired by Calum McPherson having observed his son's difficulty playing golf with cut-down clubs and having set a goal to make golf more enjoyable for juniors. Research and development in 2012 led to the design of prototype equipment in 2013, and Golphin was launched officially in 2014 at the Scottish Golf Show. Golphin clubs, designed to benefit children ages three through 12, were developed in partnership with PGA Professionals and the biomechanical department at Strathclyde University, in Glasgow, using technology transfer from the aerospace industry. They are 22% lighter and 35% larger than most junior golf clubs, making it easier for players to swing, control and hit. A radial profile was added to the sole of the clubs to provide greater forgiveness for differing lie angles and to accommodate children's various address positions and heights. The GFK line of Golphin product selections is based on the height of each individual child. The model numbers correspond to the appropriate age ranges (i.e., "GFK324" corresponds to children ages three to four, approximately). GFK 324 clubs are for children 39-43.5" tall; GFK 526 clubs are for children 43.5-48" tall; GFK 728 clubs are for children 48-52.5" tall; and GFK910 clubs are for children 52.5-57" tall. The Golphin Coaches Pack, designed for teaching professionals to provide equipment for potential new golfers at clinics and lessons, consists of 14 clubs: four high-loft drivers, six 7 irons, two "Swedgers" and two putters - including several left-handed clubs. Individual GFK sets include one driver, one 7 iron, one "Swedger" and one putter. Golphin has a powerful strategy known as "Beginners to Winners," with GFK specifically designed for beginners and Golphin Advanced (to be launched in May 2016) designed for junior golfers who aspire to elite performance. Golphin Advanced clubs will be for children ages seven through 12. Recognized for its outstanding concept and designs, Golphin won two ...