At only 14 years old, Charlie Woods has been thrust into the national limelight for almost his entire existence, largely due to his close ties to the world of golf. This attention is only set to intensify as he continues to follow in his father’s footsteps and strives for a career in the sport.
Charlie’s immersion in golf started almost from infancy, mirroring the path of his renowned father. As he matures, he’s now gaining more opportunities to showcase his skills, notably playing alongside his father in significant tournaments. Their debut together at the PNC Championship in 2020 was followed by a commendable runner-up finish the subsequent year, and the duo is set to team up once more for the event this year.
For Tiger Woods, the PNC Championship represents another significant milestone in his journey back to competitive golf. His return has been marked by challenges, including undergoing ankle surgery after withdrawing from the Masters in April. It wasn’t until a recent appearance at the Hero World Challenge, following a hiatus, that he returned to competitive play. Undoubtedly, the chance to play alongside his son served as a motivating force during his rehabilitation period.
Now, delving into Charlie Woods’ golfing abilities, while he might not be displaying the prodigious talent that his father showcased at a similar age, he boasts an admirable track record for a 14-year-old golfer. His performances on the Junior PGA South Florida Tour stand out, with six top-20 finishes out of eight events this year. In the Boys 13-18 Medalist Tour, he’s maintaining an average score of 76.67, placing him 71st in the rankings. Considering his position on the younger end of the age spectrum within this group, his performance stands as a commendable achievement.
Taking a closer look at Charlie’s achievements in 2023, he notably secured two top finishes in Hurricane Junior Golf Tour events, marking significant milestones in his burgeoning golfing journey.
Hurricane Junior Golf Tour
| Event | Finish |
| South Florida Junior Open | T1 |
| Jensen Beach Spring Junior Open | 2 |
| PGA National Junior Open | T9 |
| Major Championship at Village Open | 1 |
Junior South Florida PGA Tour
| Event | Finish |
| Medalist Tour – Martin Downs | T19 |
| Medalist Tour – Crane Watch | T8 |
| Medalist Tour – Wellington National | T5 |
| South Florida Jr. PGA Championship | T33 |
| Nicklaus Junior Championship | T20 |
| The SFPGA Junior Championship | 10 |
| SFPGA Labor Day Classic | T35 |
| SFPGA Tour Championship | T5 |