Benjamin Wins Region 1-4A Title as Charlie Woods Shoots 72 to Send Bucs to State
Florida’s top-ranked squad enters the Class 1A championship after finishing four shots clear of defending champion Oxbridge at The Park West Palm.
Overview
- The Benjamin School captured the Region 1-4A championship at The Park West Palm, securing a four-stroke win over Oxbridge Academy to advance to the Class 1A state finals.
- Charlie Woods, playing as Benjamin’s top seed, posted a 1-over 72 with three birdies, closing with a near 20-foot make on 18 after a frustrating par on the 17th.
- Wind gusts up to roughly 25 mph raised scores and made the 17th green particularly difficult for the field.
- Head coach Toby Harbeck lauded Woods’ grit and said the Bucs are “not waiting for a comeback” at state after last year’s runner-up finish.
- According to the FHSAA iWanamaker rankings, Benjamin enters state at No. 1 in Florida, with Oxbridge and Ransom Everglades viewed as key challengers.