This week, I had the chance to put the new Vice Kids Clubs to the test on the course with my two kids. Both of them currently play U.S. Kids Golf clubs with a PING mixed in. Here’s what stood out.
Great job, Vice, on the looks
As much as golf has shaped who I am, the only thing I truly want for my kids is that the game stays fun. If they ever thought golf wasn’t fun, it would be literally game-over for us. Here’s the truth that all parents know: if you want kids to have fun with golf, the clubs need to look good, too.
The very first thing both kids said when they saw the Vice set was: “These are cool.” They’re right. Vice absolutely nailed the design. The bold bags and sharp-looking clubs made my kids excited to pick them up and play.
If you’re trying to get a kid hooked on the game of golf, these clubs will help.
Drivers, woods and hybrid
The woods and hybrid were the biggest winners in testing. Both kids pulled their U.S. Kids drivers out of the bag and replaced them with the Vice driver. They liked the sound and feel better and they noticed a little extra roll on their drives.
The hybrid was another standout.
This is a complete mom brag but, earlier this year, my daughter made her first hole-in-one at age eight—105 yards over a bunker—with her U.S. Kids hybrid. As you can imagine, that club is iconic in our house. Even with that history, she benched it this week and put the Vice hybrid in the bag. That says a lot about how much she likes it.
The irons
Vice designed these irons with newer players in mind and it shows. They’re very light and forgiving, exactly what you want when kids are still developing consistent contact.
My son usually plays with steel-shafted irons but he liked the feel of the graphite-shafted Vice 5-iron. I hit a few shots myself and was impressed by the feel and how easy they were to launch. Irons are often the hardest clubs for kids to get the hang of but Vice did a good job making these approachable.
The rest of the set
The wedge plays a little more like a gap wedge due to its shape. It does have enough loft to get out of bunkers and that matters. Plenty of junior sets come with wedges that don’t have the loft to escape a trap, especially when the lip is taller than the kid standing in it.
The putter is a simple blade that matches the rest of the set. It does the job.
The bag is lightweight, sturdy and, most importantly, cool-looking. It has just the right number of pockets for juniors and a stand that feels stable.
Who these clubs are for
- Kids who want golf to feel fun and cool: Vice nailed the look and style.
- Newer or developing players: Lightweight builds, higher lofts and easy launch make these sets beginner-friendly.
- Vice loyalists: If your kids already play Vice balls, pairing them with clubs designed to match is a natural fit.
- Families looking for value: At $249–$369, the sets are fairly priced compared to other junior options.
Who should skip
- Advanced juniors with faster swings: These may feel too light compared to steel-shafted sets.
- Families already heavy into the U.S. Kids progression: If you’re invested in that upgrade system, there’s no need to switch, and it may be hard to fill in gaps.
- Players needing custom-fitted options: Vice offers three height-specific set sizes but nothing beyond that.
Final thoughts
Vice did a great job combining technology, design and fun with their new junior golf clubs.
If you have a kid who’s showing interest in golf, even just a little, this is a strong addition to the limited lineup of junior golf clubs.
Sean
10 months ago
Love the idea of these and the fact Vice are getting us to help kids get into the game. Shame they’re not available in lefty as of yet for my son…