While his sister, Sam Woods, is headed to Stanford to focus on academics, Charlie Woods is taking a different path—grinding on the golf course and carrying forward the legacy of his father, 15-time major champion Tiger Woods. Of course, Charlie isn’t the only young talent making waves in junior golf. His peer, Blades Brown, has already made his PGA Tour debut and competed in events like the American Express and Mexico Open. But Woods? He’s still fine-tuning his game in the junior circuit, sharpening his skills before taking that next big step.
And, this week, he is competing in the prestigious Junior Invitational at Sage Valley Golf Club. But what makes this tournament even more interesting? Woods is sharing living quarters with Hamilton Coleman, a Georgia commit and one of the top rising stars in junior golf.
Jun 10, 2024; Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA; Charlie Woods walks up the 10th hole during a practice round with his dad Tiger Woods for the U.S. Open golf tournament at Pinehurst No. 2. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale-USA TODAY Sports
Living with your competition is a rare thing in sports, but that’s exactly what these two are doing. While they will go head-to-head on the course, off it, they have the chance to bond, share experiences, and push each other to be better. For Coleman, this tournament is another opportunity to prove himself. He’s coming in hot after finishing T4 at the Dustin Johnson World Junior Championship and winning the Junior Players Championship presented by Rolex last year.
Coleman is looking forward to testing his skills against some of the best young golfers in the field. “It’s definitely cool knowing that I’m right there with them. It kind of gives me a little bit of confidence knowing that I can compete here,” he said. But his most defining statement about the competition came in just six words: “You have to respect your competition.” He further added, “It takes so much to win something like this.” (per News Channel 6)
And he’s absolutely right. Every win at this level is earned, not given. Both Coleman and Woods know that better than anyone. The hours of practice, the mental grind, the pressure—it’s all part of the journey. And while they may be competitors on the course, there’s a deep respect between them for the work they put in.
As the tournament plays out, all eyes will be on these rising stars. Sage Valley’s 7,000-yard championship course isn’t going to make things easy. It’s a test of skill, patience, and the ability to perform when it matters most. But beyond all that, this tournament is about something bigger—it’s about the friendships, the rivalries, and the moments that push these players to the next level.
For Woods, this is another step in his journey, another chance to sharpen his game among the best in junior golf. And with peers like Blades Brown already making their mark in the pro circuit, the question isn’t if he’ll take that next step to the PGA Tour—it’s when.
When will we see Charlie Woods tee up on the PGA Tour?
Charlie Woods started off his 2025 season at the Dustin Johnson World Junior Championship, finishing T52. Not exactly the dream start, but hey, golf is all about finding your rhythm. Now, he’s heading into the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley, another shot at climbing the leaderboard and getting back into the groove.
Last year was a mixed bag for Charlie, but he ended it on a high note, proving that the Woods legacy is alive and well. Remember that hole-in-one at the 2024 PNC Championship? A perfect 7-iron shot on the 4th that had fans buzzing. And when he nearly holed out for an eagle in the playoffs, it was another reminder that the kid has a serious game. So, does that mean he’s ready to take on the PGA Tour? Not so fast.
Charlie is still competing as a junior golfer with the Benjamin Buccaneers, and there’s one big rule standing in the way—you have to be at least 18 to officially play on the PGA Tour. For him, that means we won’t see him making that leap until at least February 8, 2027, when he turns 18.
Now, if you’re wondering, isn’t Blades Brown only 17 yet he’s already playing on the PGA Tour?” You’re absolutely right. Brown got in through a sponsor exemption—basically, a VIP pass that lets young talent or fan favorites compete in select PGA Tour events before they meet the usual requirements. That’s how he teed it up at The American Express this year. So, could Charlie take the same route? Absolutely. If he continues to impress and catches the attention of the right people, he could land an exemption and get a taste of the PGA Tour competition before turning 18. Otherwise, fans will have to wait a couple more years.
Either way, one thing’s for sure—Charlie’s time is coming. It’s just a matter of when.
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