Charlie Woods, the son of golf legend Tiger Woods, has decided to stay in Florida to continue his golfing career at the collegiate level, announcing a verbal commitment to Florida State University on Tuesday. The junior golfer, currently attending The Benjamin School in North Palm Beach, is ranked No. 21 in the American Junior Golf Association standings.
Performance Highlights Elevate College Interest
Charlie Woods claimed a victory at the Team TaylorMade Invitational last May, which alongside a tie for ninth place at the Junior PGA Championship last summer, helped him climb the AJGA rankings and attract attention from top college programs. His performance showcases steady progress as a promising young athlete in junior golf.
Joining a Strong Roster with Top Peers and Legacy Connections
At Florida State, Woods will join Miles Russell, currently the top-ranked junior golfer in the nation, who has also committed to the Seminoles. Tiger Woods himself stayed close to home during his college years, attending Stanford University in California, where his daughter Sam is now a student. Florida State’s golf program boasts notable alumni including major champions Brooks Koepka, Paul Azinger, and Jeff Sluman.
Implications for Charlie Woods and Florida State Golf
This commitment reinforces Florida State’s reputation for developing elite golf talent, while offering Charlie Woods a strong platform to advance his collegiate golf career. Staying in Florida keeps him in a familiar environment with access to a competitive golf community, which could be instrumental as he navigates the transition from junior to collegiate competition.
