Charlie Woods Ties for First as Benjamin Wins Season-Opening Golf Tournament
Charlie Woods shot a 3-under 69 to tie teammate Brooks Colton for first place, leading The Benjamin School to the team title at the American Heritage Invitational. The win marks a strong start to Woods' senior season as the Buccaneers aim to repeat as Florida Class 1A state champions. Woods has committed to Florida State for college golf.
Charlie Woods opened his senior season at The Benjamin School by carding a 3-under 69, tying teammate Brooks Colton for medalist honors at the American Heritage Invitational in Plantation, Florida. The Buccaneers claimed the team title, giving the program an early-season boost as they pursue a second consecutive Florida Class 1A state championship.
Woods has committed to Florida State and previously helped Benjamin capture the state title last fall with a final-round 4-under 68. His high school career has drawn outsized attention because of his father, Tiger Woods, a 15-time major champion, with the pair frequently competing together at the PNC Championship.
Charlie Woods' performance could draw additional attention to high school golf, a sport that rarely receives national coverage. His visibility may inspire younger players while also bringing heightened scrutiny to the Benjamin program. The story could shape public expectations for his transition to Florida State, though early-season results carry limited predictive weight. The broader audience may follow his senior year more closely given his family name, potentially elevating interest in Florida high school athletics.