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Charlie Woods and NIL deals: Has Tiger Woods’ son joined the trend?

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In the modern sports landscape, branding is as critical as skill, and the rise of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals is transforming the way young athletes approach their careers. No longer limited by age, prodigies across various sports are signing lucrative sponsorship agreements, securing financial benefits alongside their athletic pursuits. Among the most talked-about prospects is 15-year-old Charlie Woods, the son of golfing legend Tiger Woods, who is already making headlines for his potential in golf. The buzz surrounding him has raised the question: has Charlie Woods signed an NIL deal?

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Florida High School, where Charlie plays golf and is a student-athlete, has cleared the way for NIL opportunities. Following a recent decision by the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA), high school athletes can now legally profit from their name, image, and likeness. This groundbreaking move allows young talents to work with agents and sponsors, opening up significant financial avenues. For Florida High’s standout players, including Woods, this could mean early access to deals that set them up for future success in their chosen sports.

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Rory McIlroy’s ‘Nice Guy’ Image Cannot Save a Tiger Woods-Less PGA Tour- 57YO Veteran Darts a Blunt Reality Check

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Scottie does everything else so well.” -said an impressed Rory McIlroy about Scottie Scheffler at the 2024 Genesis Invitational. However, the PGA Tour pro being a nice guy is, as per a certain journalist, what gives an edge to the competitor. Interestingly, a similar situation occurred when the Northern Irishman gave honest advice to the current No.1 which then went ahead and backfired as the 34-year-old was dominated by the latter at the recent signature event.

Well, it seems what Paul McGinley said about the athlete during the interview with Golf Channel does hold true. Meanwhile, the broadcaster was also extremely appreciative of how “guarded” Tiger Woods was as he carried himself out on the course all the while urging the players not to give their competitors an edge, much like the legend of the game!
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“I think Rory is at his best when he’s got an edge,” stated McGinley as he recounted the recent biennial event which saw the 4-time major champ have his best-ever Ryder Cup performance. However, adding on, he was quick to point out how much of a pleasant person he really is. “He’s such a nice guy,” divulged the journalist before mentioning how such a demeanor can work against him. He said, “When he’s asked a question, he gives such an honest answer. But sometimes that gives an edge to your competitor,
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Tiger Woods returns to golf course, nearly sinks albatross in star-studded Florida event

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Tiger Woods was back playing golf again.

Paired with PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh at Monday’s Seminole Golf Club Pro-Member event, Woods and Waugh carded a 2-under 70 in the gross competition.

That put them in a tie for 44th in the 78-team field, per 5 Clubs Golf on X.

Woods and Waugh then tied for 33rd in the low-net competition, signing for a 5-under 67. The USGA lists Waugh as having a 9.6 handicap index out of Seminole Golf Club.

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This event marked the first time Woods played publicly since his withdrawal at the Genesis Invitational.

On Sirius XM’s PGA Tour Radio, Brad Faxon said, “Everybody who watched [Woods] play at Seminole said he hit it absolutely down the middle.”

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Tiger Woods, Tom Brady Highlight Star-Studded Seminole Pro-Member Golf Tournament

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The team of Tiger Woods and PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh didn’t fare well at the Seminole Pro-Member Golf Tournament on Monday, finishing with a gross score of 70 (tied 44th) and a net score of 67 (tied 33rd).

That trailed another high-profile pair, at least in gross score, as the combo of former NFL quarterback Tom Brady and Tony Finau finished with a gross score of 69 (tied 30th) and also posted a net score of 67.

Tiger Woods to play in prestigious Seminole pro-member Monday - ESPN

The duo of Frank Edwards and Mackenzie Hughes had the best gross score at 64, while John Pinkham and Erik van Rooyen posted the top net score at 62.

Other notable participants at the exclusive tournament included Rory McIlroy, former NBA player Shane Battier, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, Justin Thomas and Ernie Els.

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Tiger Woods named recipient of Bob Jones Award by USGA and to have ceremony ahead of US Open

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Tiger Woods will be recognised in a ceremony during the US Open week this June; Former world No 1 has won the US Junior Amateur, US Amateur Championship and US Open three times during his career; 48-year-old has played a limited schedule in recent seasons

Woods typically is honoured for his performances on the course, where he has won 15 majors among his 82 career victories on the PGA Tour, but now follows Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Ben Hogan to win the accolade.

“This award goes beyond playing performance, recognizing the lasting impact of one person’s journey that has forever changed the image and growth of golf,” said Mike Whan, the CEO of the USGA.

Tiger Woods wins Bob Jones Award, highest USGA honour

There are very few who stand alongside Tiger Woods in terms of on-course accomplishments, and he is in a class of his own when it comes to the impact he has made on the game and future generations who will play it.”

Woods was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2022 and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Donald Trump in 2019.

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Will Tiger Woods participate in the Cognizant Classic?

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Tiger Woods was notably absent from the preliminary list of participants announced for the 2024 Cognizant Classic, raising questions about his return to competitive golf. Following his withdrawal from the Genesis Invitational due to illness, Woods continues to remain sidelined, missing out on the upcoming PGA Tour event in Palm Beach Gardens.

Despite speculation surrounding his health and future schedule, Woods confirmed his withdrawal from the Genesis Invitational was due to the flu, dispelling injury rumors. However, his anticipated return to the course remains uncertain.

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I would like to confirm that I had to withdraw from @thegenesisinv due to illness, which we now know is influenza,” he wrote on X.

“I am resting and feeling better. Good luck to the players this weekend. I’m disappointed to not be there and want to thank @GenesisUSA and all the fans for the support.”

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Text me back bro: Tiger Woods leaves Jon Rahm hanging over LIV Golf move

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The Spanish superstar is arguably the biggest fish netted by LIV Golf boss Greg Norman, signing with the breakaway league in December for a reported $500 million.

The slow drain of players away from the established PGA and DP World Tour’s and a potential deal with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has forced initial naysayers to do an about-turn on their opinion of LIV Golf.

Jon Rahm says Tiger Woods won't answer his texts about LIV Golf move - Yahoo Sports

Rory McIlroy – who was vehemently against LIV Golf at the outset – changed his tune after several of his mates joined the league.

In an interview with ESPN, Rahm revealed he had texted Woods, but he hasn’t heard back yet…

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“I mean, Tiger, I texted him and the people that try to reach out, you know, the process, when I signed and I just let him know, ‘Hey, you know, this is a personal decision. I have nothing against anybody’,” said the world number three.

“Rory has been supportive publicly of my decision, and he was privately as well.”

For Rahm, he’s just chuffed he gets to play less golf for more money and spend time with his family.

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He’s the only one’ – Tiger Woods never seen another golfer play like Anthony Kim

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Tiger Woods once claimed he had never seen anyone play like Anthony Kim, with the former PGA Tour prodigy being the only golfer to swing every club with a choked-up grip.

In 2008, Woods commented on Kim’s unique ability to control his golf clubs during a Nike golf clinic. Both Woods and Kim were signed to the company at the time as signature players before parting ways with the brand.

“He’s the only player I’ve ever seen that actually plays pretty much the entire bag choked up. It does provide a lot of control; you don’t hit the ball as far offline. You hit the ball very straight that way,” said Woods.

PGA Tour 2024: Anthony Kim plots return to golf after 12-year absence, details, LIV Golf

 

It’s amazing that a lot of amateurs don’t try and do that,” Woods continued. “They like to grip the club like in baseball, with the pinky off the club because some pros have taught them that if you grip the very end of the club, you get more whip at the bottom.”

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Golf is in trouble. Tiger Woods could be part of the solution.

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The PGA Tour and Saudi-funded LIV Golf continue to throw money around to try to ensure the presence of top players in their events. PGA Tour sponsors are not at all happy with the watered-down fields they are paying for each week.

The television networks are equally unhappy. Other than the four major championships, there’s no Phil Mickelson or Dustin Johnson, no Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka, Sergio Garcia or Bryson DeChambeau playing in any week-to-week PGA Tour events.

On the flip side, LIV still has no TV contract with a major network. It always will have the fact that it is a blatant example of sportswashing hanging over its head. And it’s tough to take seriously, with its 54-hole tournaments that have no cut and announcers trying to sell the notion of team play.

Tiger Woods Speaks Out on Withdrawal from Genesis Invitational: 'Disappointed'

Easy. It needs a new commissioner. This is not meant to be an attack on the current commissioner, Jay Monahan, who is charming and smart and a great salesman. In normal times, he would be a perfectly adequate commissioner. But these haven’t been normal times for several years now.

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Tiger Woods’ Son Charlie, 15, Fails to Advance in PGA Pre-Qualifier amid Poor Fan Behavior

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Tiger Woods’ son, Charlie Woods, will not advance to the 2024 Cognizant Classic tournament at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Charlie, 15, competed in the pre-qualifying event at Lost Lake Golf Club in Hobe Sound on Thursday morning. But the son of the 82-time PGA Tour winner struggled from the start, according to multiple outlets, including the Associated Press and ESPN.

Tiger, 48, was not in attendance, according to the Palm Beach Post, despite being a recurring caddy for his son. Instead, Charlie was accompanied by his mother, Elin Nordegren, while Palm Beach Gardens High golfer Jacob “J.J.” Kutner caddied for him.

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Charlie, who shot 16-over 86 on Thursday, also struggled with overzealous fans and shaky security while on the course.

The Post reported that “more than 50 fans” followed Charlie as he moved through the course after they realized there were “no ropes to bar them” from getting close to him. When tournament officials made “repeated requests” to fans to stay on the cart path, the attendees ignored them.

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