LIV Golf parts with Kevin Na as team rebranded to Korean Golf Club

Iron Heads GC is not only getting a new name in LIV Golf but also will have a revamped roster and a new captain.

Kevin Na, who had captained Iron Heads since LIV's launch four years ago but managed just one top-10 finish in 48 LIV appearances, was replaced by Byeong Hun An, who is leaving the PGA Tour.

An posted on X that following "the conclusion of the 2025 season, I felt it was time for a new chapter and a fresh challenge in my life.

As such, I have decided to continue my professional career with LIV Golf, taking on the role of Captain for Korean Golf Club.

"I have always been passionate about supporting junior golfers and the next generation of players. While this is just the beginning, I want to help these athletes realise their dreams on the world stage."

LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil said in a statement, "The arrival of Ben underscores our long-term commitment to -- and deep belief in -- the Korean market and the important role it plays in shaping the future of global golf. Ben represents a generation of elite athletes who value expanding the game's reach, competing at the highest level on an international stage, and carrying the responsibility of representing their country with pride."

The newly rebranded Korean Golf Club wrote on X late Tuesday, "Thank you, Kevin. Kevin Na closes his LIV Golf chapter leaving behind a lasting mark on the league and team," though no reason for Na's departure was given by the team or by Na.

Na's teammate, Jinichiro Kozuma of Japan, also was let go despite being the squad's leading performer in 2025. Kozuma finished 32nd in the overall standings despite missing five regular-season events with a back injury. Na wound up 44th in the standings.

Kozuma posted on X: "I'm looking forward to seeing if they're a better player than I am."

Kozuma will be replaced on the 2026 roster by the golfer who was his injury replacement, Korean Minkyu Kim, the youngest player ever to win on the Challenge Tour.

Yubin Jang of South Korea is also off the team's roster. He lost his LIV Golf spot after finishing in 53rd place in the player standings.

The only player from last season's roster remaining is the Korean-born New Zealander Danny Lee. Younghan Song, a 34-year-old Korean, was added to the team on Wednesday.

Iron Heads finished last among 13 teams in LIV in 2025.

The roster changes come days after Iron Heads GC announced a rebranding.

"At the heart of Korean Golf Club's brand is an emphasis on honor, inclusivity and collective strength," LIV Golf said in a statement on Monday.

"Inspired by the Korean concept of brotherhood denoting respect, trust, and guidance within close relationships, Korean Golf Club celebrates unity and togetherness, and the connective power of golf."

The rebrand includes a change in the team's colors and logo, which will now be a white tiger, which the team's press release said "is a revered figure in Korean folklore and history.

As the 'protector and guardian,' it embodies the strength and tenacity of the Korean Golf Club and its home country."

LIV Golf hosted its first event in South Korea in 2025, and Korean GC general manager Martin Kim said the event inspired the team's change to focus on the South Korean market.

"We were inspired after LIV Korea 2025. Seeing the energy of the thousands of young fans who showed up," Kim said in a statement on Monday.

"Our tagline 'Welcome to the club' is reflective of the opportunity we saw to create a new space for young fans showing up."

--Field Level Media