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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Charlie Woods' coach's critique becomes irrelevant as Tiger's son shows attitude
Tiger Woods' son Charlie is already making waves in the golfing world - and he looks to have taken on board a key piece of advice from his high school coach Charlie Woods, the promising son of golf legend Tiger Woods, has shown he's a fast learner by addressing a critique from his high school coach. The 16-year-old golfer clinched the biggest victory of his budding career at the Team TaylorMade Invitational on Wednesday. After a shaky start on the Black Course at Streamsong Resort, the teenager bounced back to secure a memorable win. His improved performance seemed to reflect the advice of his coach Toby Harbeck, who had previously suggested that the young golfer was too hard on himself. While it's not common for golfers to openly acknowledge criticism, focusing too much on one's mistakes can be counterproductive. Harbeck, who coaches Woods at Benjamin School, had noted that the youngster's self-criticism, while reminiscent of his father's approach, could be a hindrance if taken to extremes. "He's tough on himself," Harbeck said in November last year. "If he could just relax and play, store some of that energy, it's good. He's just young. He's got a lot of Dad in him." It seems Charlie took these words to heart, as evidenced by his relaxed and confident performance at the Team TaylorMade Invitational, reports the Mirror US. "I didn't look at the leaderboard once today," he disclosed, reflecting on his impressive final-round 66 on Wednesday. "On the fairway after hitting the green on 18, he's [Woods' caddie] like: 'You make par here, you're going to be fine.'" After clinching victory with a remarkable 15-under finish overall, three shots ahead of Willie Gordon, the young sensation has shown the power of keeping one's cool and not overvaluing any single performance. The game of golf is infamous for its mental demands, piling more pressure on individuals than almost any other sport – an intensity Charlie knows all too well, especially carrying the weight of his father's towering achievements. Yet as the time approaches for college team offers to start rolling in this summer, spectators might witness a newly refined Woods on the horizon, one who has learned to unleash his potential by allowing himself to play freely. Every eye is on Woods lately, especially after scooping up his first AJGA title to much acclaim. It's evident that the young golfer is coming into his own, evolving both his game and his personal resilience. Even with the immense expectations cast by his father, a titan with 15 major trophies, the youngster must dive into the fray to carve out his path and strive towards the family's prestigious record in golf. Still nearly a year shy of his 17th birthday, there's ample scope for further development. And considering the progress he has made in just the past six months, there's optimism that the family dynasty may have spawned another budding superstar.
Independent Singapore
2 days ago
- General
- Independent Singapore
Charlie Woods, son of Tiger Woods, follows in the footsteps of his father and wins his first American Junior Golf Association tournament
USA: Charlie Woods, a high school junior and the son of the iconic golfing star, Tiger Woods, claimed his first American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) title. The young athlete competed against 71 top junior golfers from around the world, including the AJGA's top-ranked player, and had an impressive performance at the Team TaylorMade Invitational at Streamsong Resort in Florida. He defeated golfers Willie Gordon, Luke Colton, and Phillip Dunham with a 15-under par three-shot win. More so, he won against Miles Russell, AJGA No. 1, who then placed seventh at 9-under. American Jr Golf Association shared in a social media post: 'Just the beginning for Charlie Woods!' Netizens expressed their support in the comments section and said: 'I hope this young man has a fantastic career going forward in golf or whatever he chooses', 'Congrats 🎉 Charlie. Just remember, you be you. Don't worry about those big shoes to fill. In time you will. Just be Charlie!!!!!', and 'I am very happy for you. Hard work pays off.' Highlights of the tournament Young Woods began the final round with a birdie and a bogey but then caught fire with six birdies over the next nine holes, where he pulled three shots ahead of the field. He then had a bogey on the 13th hole but made up for it by driving the green on the 14th hole and sinking a birdie putt. Woods had good results with pars on the 15th, 16th, and 17th holes, and he continued his three-shot lead going into the final hole, a long 586-yard par-5. Charlie made one last par there to finish the tournament with a strong 6-under 66, which secured his title. Now, h e is ranked No. 606 in the AJGA standings. Before this victory, his best result in an AJGA event was tying for 25th place back in March. Tiger's hopes for Charlie Tiger has been declaring his high hopes for Charlie's future in golf. The professional golfer had noticed that his son's frustrations often take over, which leads to worse scores. Drawing from his own experience, he gave his son some advice back in 2021: See also Thomas Detry claims his first PGA Tour victory at the Phoenix Open 'Son, I don't care how mad you get… Your head could blow off for all I care, just as long as you're 100 percent committed to the next shot. That's all that matters. That next shot should be the most important shot in your life. It should be more important than breathing. Once you understand that concept, then I think you'll get better.' It is expected that many top golf programs will be eager to recruit Charlie Woods because of his talents and potential, even though he is still undecided about his college career as of now.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Santa Rosa Beach hosts first AJGA tournament
SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. (WMBB) – With talk of a potential PGA event coming to the panhandle, Santa Rosa Golf and Beach Club hosted an American Junior Golf Association tournament attracting young golfers from around the world. The Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club welcomed the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) by hosting a three-day open tournament that drew top junior golf talent from around the world. The AJGA, based in Braselton, Georgia, is recognized for organizing some of the most prestigious junior golf events in the United States. The organization provides a platform for young athletes to earn status, which can lead to participation in more rigorous matches and increased visibility among college recruiters. Among the standout athletes was South Walton rising sophomore Neely Kight, who tied for second place. 'My short game was pretty good today, except for a few three-putts,' Kight said. 'My drives were strong, but my irons were a little off, so I had to get up and down more than usual. Since the tournament was local, I was able to get in some extra practice rounds, which definitely helped. I love this course, it's beautiful out here.' As it was the first year the golf club had hosted an AJGA tournament, the groundskeepers paid special attention to detail to ensure the course was in pristine condition with hopes of being selected to host again. 'The biggest thing about this golf course hosting the event is supporting junior golf, not just with our members, but across the sport,' a staff member said. 'We renovated the entire course in 2021, so we wanted players and families to experience it and give feedback.' The effort was noticed and appreciated by both players and their families. 'The juniors love it out here,' said Mary Caines the tournament director. 'I've received so many compliments from parents and players, they say it's one of their favorite courses. The atmosphere is really special.' Krishny Elwin, a rising junior from Puerto Rico who resides in Orlando, claimed first place in the girls division and credited the course for complementing her style of play. 'Playing on this course felt like it was built for me,' Elwin said. 'It's definitely challenging, if you don't hit it straight, you're in trouble. But it was in perfect condition, and I played really well.' The event was viewed as a major success and is expected to bolster Santa Rosa Beach's position as a premier venue for future junior golf competitions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Tiger Woods told son Charlie not to copy him as he offered Rory McIlroy advice
Tiger Woods is regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, but he's made sure his son Charlie doesn't follow in his footsteps when it comes to his swing Golfing prodigy Charlie Woods appears to have listened to his dad Tiger Woods ' advice to 'copy Rory McIlroy 's swing' instead of his own. The 16-year-old is already making waves in the sport, much like his 15-time major champion father did. Charlie recently suffered the heartbreak of failing to qualify for the US Open for the second year running. He was among a record 10,202 entries for the tournament but was left seven shots short of those who advanced to the 36-hole final stage at Wellington Golf Club, Florida. But the teenager bounced back spectacularly by clinching his first AJGA tournament win at the Team TaylorMade Invitational. He impressed with a final score of 15-under par, leaving four of the top-five ranked AJGA players in his wake. Woods' final round featured eight birdies and two bogeys, and he closed with four straight pars, winning the event by three strokes ahead of a three-way tie between fifth-ranked player Luke Colton, Willie Gordon and Phillip Dunham. And it seems he has heeded his dad's advice of drawing inspiration from recently-crowned Masters champion McIlroy, a move that is already paying off. Woods first made the comment that Charlie shouldn't study his own swing during the 2022 Hero World Challenge. Woods paid the ultimate tribute to McIlroy by saying: 'I told [Charlie], 'Don't copy my swing. Copy Rory's.' Have you ever seen Rory off balance in a shot? "Not ever. That's one of the things my dad instilled in me, is that you should be able to balance and hold your finish until the ball rolls and stops. You can swing as hard as you want, but you need to have balance.' Tiger's own swing has evolved over time due to changing coaches and suffering injuries. That may provide an explanation as to why he would view the Northern Irishman's swing as better than his own. Australian golf pro Mark Allen echoed the same sentiment during a conversation with Nick O'Hern on the Talk Birdie to Me Podcast: 'It's funny, that advice that you give people, that's exactly the advice that Tiger Woods gives his boy. "So I've heard Tiger Woods say this a couple of times. 'Don't watch me, watch Rory.' Because Rory hits it as hard as he can, as long as he middles it and as long as he finishes balanced, that's the skill that I want you to develop. 'Every time I watch Tiger's son Charlie swing the club, every time they put him on the telly or I see it on a post, he's got a Rory McIlroy follow-through where it's incredibly balanced.'
Hypebeast
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Sun Day Red Introduces the Pioneer Magnolia "Spectator" Golf Shoe
Tiger Woods' golf lifestyle brandSun Day Redfirst introducedits debut golf shoe, the Pioneer Cypress, last December. While Tiger himself has worn the shoe sparingly in competition, the brand's narrative continues to build—most notably through Tiger's son Charlie, who has sported the shoe on the AJGA junior circuit, including at a recent Vilips, a graduate of Tiger's former school Stanford University, was also brought on board. Now, Sun Day Red is evolving the silhouette with the Pioneer Magnolia, a fresh take rooted in 'modern classic' styling. Built on the same last as the Cypress, the Magnolia adds traditional wingtip and brogue detailing along the upper. And the new 'Spectator' colorways, crisp white/black and white/navy contrasts, deliver a sharp and boardroom-ready aesthetic. Charley Hudak, SDR's senior creative director, describes the Magnolia as 'representing our commitment to honoring golf's rich heritage while pushing the boundaries of performance technology.' Under the hood, the shoe features an EVA foam midsole for all-day walking comfort, a high-density TPU contact plate to ensure stability plus two removable insoles with contrasting footbeds. Available exclusively throughSun Day Redfor $275 USD, the Pioneer Magnolia continues Tiger's vision of blending heritage, performance, and modern style.
