Charlie Woodsson of Tiger Woodsdecided not to replicate his father’s footsteps. The 17-year-old prospect will play college golf at Florida State University (FSU) instead of Stanford University like his father.
Charlie announced his commitment to Seminoles last Tuesday through your account at Instagram. The election attracted attention because Tiger studied and played Stanford Universityone of the historical powers of university sports.
However, his son opted for a different program, closer to his current environment in Florida and, according to reports, with a sports plan that allows him to grow without the pressure of carrying the last name Woods.
Charlie comes to FSU with solid credentials: he is 21st in the youth ranking of the American Junior Golf Associationwon the AJGA Team TaylorMade Invitational and has had outstanding rounds in state tournaments.
Tigerfor his part, reacted with pride to his son’s decision. Brooks Koepkafive-time winner of a major tournament, and Paul Azingerchampion of the PGA In 1993, they studied in Florida.
Months after winning the Team TaylorMade Invitational in may, Woods Jr. signed a hole in one on the emblematic third hole of the TPC Sawgrass.
Between 2020 and 2024 he shared the court with his father in the PNC Championshipwhere the duo achieved two runner-up finishes, in 2021 and 2024. That same year, the young golfer also achieved his first ace in competition.
Just turned 17 a few days ago, Woods He is ranked 21st in the youth ranking of the American Junior Golf Association.
In August he finished tied for ninth place in the PGA Junior Championship. During the summer of 2024 he qualified for the U.S. Junior Amateuralthough he failed to make the cut.
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date: 2026-02-12 00:24:00
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