Tiger Woods' Son Charlie Commits to Florida State

The 17-year-old junior standout will play college golf for the Seminoles.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

Charlie Woods, the son of legendary golfer Tiger Woods, has announced his commitment to play college golf at Florida State University. The 17-year-old junior has been a standout at the high school level, helping The Benjamin School win state titles in 2023 and 2024. Charlie has also competed on the junior/amateur circuit, winning the AJGA Team TayorMade Invitational last May and earning first-team AJGA Rolex Junior All-American honors.

Why it matters

Charlie Woods' commitment to Florida State is significant as he follows in the footsteps of his famous father, who is considered one of the greatest golfers of all time. This move will likely generate significant media attention and interest in Charlie's collegiate golf career as he aims to make a name for himself separate from his father's legacy.

The details

In 2020, Charlie joined his father Tiger Woods playing in the PNC Championship, becoming the youngest competitor at just 11 years old. He and his dad finished second in the event. Charlie currently ranks No. 21 in the AJGA rankings and has been a standout at the high school level, helping The Benjamin School win state titles in 2023 and 2024.

  • Charlie Woods announced his commitment to Florida State on Instagram on February 10, 2026.
  • In 2020, Charlie Woods played in the PNC Championship at age 11.
  • Charlie won the AJGA Team TayorMade Invitational in May 2025.

The players

Charlie Woods

The 17-year-old son of legendary golfer Tiger Woods, who has committed to play college golf at Florida State University.

Tiger Woods

One of the greatest golfers of all time and the father of Charlie Woods.

The Benjamin School

The high school that Charlie Woods attends, which has won state titles in 2023 and 2024 with Charlie's help.

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What’s next

Charlie Woods will begin his college golf career at Florida State University in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

Charlie Woods' commitment to Florida State represents the next chapter in the storied Woods family legacy in golf. As he aims to forge his own path, Charlie's collegiate career will be closely watched as he seeks to establish himself as a top talent in his own right.