Charlie Woods is going to play college golf at Florida State University. The 17-year-old signed his college papers on Friday, November 6. His dad, Tiger Woods, was there to watch and cheer. Charlie is one of the most talked-about young golfers in the world. Fans are excited to see what he does next.
What Happened
Charlie signed at a signing day event at the Benjamin School in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. A signing day is a day when high school athletes sign papers to join a college team. Tiger Woods sat in the front row and clapped as Charlie put on a Florida State cap. Charlie chose Florida State after thinking about other schools. He had first told the school he would join them back in February. He will join Miles Russell, the top-ranked player in the class of 2027. The class of 2027 is the group of students who will start college in 2027. Charlie won the AJGA Team TaylorMade Invitational in May. AJGA is a group that runs big golf events for young players. In September, he signed a deal with TaylorMade. The deal is called an NIL deal. NIL stands for name, image and likeness. It lets a player earn money from their name and picture.
Key Figures
- Age: 17 years old.
- Signed: Friday, November 6, 2026.
- College: Florida State University.
- Team-mate to join: Miles Russell, the top-ranked player in the class of 2027.
- Big win this year: the AJGA Team TaylorMade Invitational in May.
- Florida State reached the NCAA Tournament in five of the past six seasons. The NCAA Tournament is the big end-of-season event for college teams.
Why People Are Talking About It
Charlie is the son of Tiger Woods, one of the greatest golfers of all time. People have watched Charlie play golf with his dad since he was a small child. Now he is taking a big step on his own path. College golf is a big stage, and Florida State is a strong team. Many fans want to see if Charlie can become a star like his dad. His signing is also a big win for Florida State, which gets one of the most famous young players in golf.
What Happens Next
Charlie will finish high school and then join Florida State. He will play college golf and study at the school. Fans will watch his first college events with a lot of interest. You can read more sports stories in our Trending Now section.
Final Thoughts
This was a big day for Charlie and his family. He is making his own path in golf, step by step. The future looks bright for the young golfer. Now the hard work starts as he gets ready for college golf.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Sources: Golfweek, The Palm Beach Post