If you are a fan of golf, you might have heard of Cheyenne Woods, a professional golfer who plays on the Ladies European Tour and the LPGA Tour. But is she related to Tiger Woods, the 15-time major champion and one of the greatest golfers of all time? The answer is yes, but not very closely. Here is everything you need to know about the golfing family.
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Who is Cheyenne Woods?
Cheyenne Woods is the niece of Tiger Woods and the daughter of his half-brother, Earl Dennison Woods Jr. She was born on July 25, 1990, in Phoenix, Arizona. She started playing golf at the age of five and was coached by her grandfather, Earl Woods Sr., who was also Tiger’s first coach and inspiration.
Cheyenne attended Xavier College Preparatory, where she won back-to-back Arizona 5A State Championships in 2006 and 2007. She then went to Wake Forest University, where she played golf for the Demon Deacons and won more than 30 amateur tournaments. She also won the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) championship in 2011.
Cheyenne turned professional in 2012 after graduating from Wake Forest. She qualified for the U.S. Women’s Open that year and made her professional debut at the LPGA Championship. She had her first professional win on the SunCoast Ladies Series in late August 2012.
In 2013, Cheyenne became a member of the Ladies European Tour and finished 78th on the Order of Merit. In 2014, she had her second professional win (and first on a major tour) at the Volvik RACV Ladies Masters. She also earned her LPGA tour card for 2015 by finishing T-11th in the Final Qualifying Tournament.
As of 2023, Cheyenne lacks a LPGA Tour card to play as a full-time member. Her most recent LPGA appearance was at the Cambia Portland Classic in September 2021. Her best results in LPGA major championships are T-43rd at the Women’s PGA Championship and the Evian Championship in 2016.
Cheyenne has also represented the United States in international competitions, such as the Espirito Santo Trophy in 2010 and the Pan American Games in 2011.
Cheyenne Woods and Tiger Woods are half-niece and half-uncle. They share a common grandfather, Earl Woods Sr., who was married twice and had six children from his two marriages. Earl’s first wife was Barbara Gary, with whom he had three children: Earl Jr., Kevin, and Royce. Earl’s second wife was Kultida Punsawad, with whom he had one child: Eldrick, better known as Tiger.
Earl Jr., Cheyenne’s father, is Tiger’s half-brother from Earl’s first marriage. He is 18 years older than Tiger and works as a purchasing agent for an aerospace company. He has two children: Cheyenne and Cordell.
Tiger, Cheyenne’s half-uncle, is Earl’s only child from his second marriage. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, having won 82 PGA Tour events, including 15 majors. He has two children: Sam and Charlie.
What is Cheyenne Woods’ relationship with Tiger Woods?
Cheyenne Woods has often spoken about her bond with her famous half-uncle, Tiger Woods. She has said that he has been supportive of her golf career and that they have a lot in common.
In an interview with Golf Digest in 2014, Cheyenne said:
> “We have a very close relationship because we’re both very passionate about golf and we both love what we do. We can relate to each other on that level because not many people can understand what it takes to do what we do every day.”
She also said that Tiger has given her advice on how to deal with pressure and expectations on the golf course.
> “He always tells me to stay patient because golf is a game where you’re going to have highs and lows. You’re going to have good days and bad days. You just have to stay patient and keep working hard because eventually it will pay off.”
Cheyenne has also expressed her admiration for Tiger’s achievements and resilience in the face of adversity.
> “He’s been through so much in his career, both on and off the course. He’s overcome so many obstacles and challenges. He’s always been able to bounce back and prove himself time and time again. He’s an inspiration to me and to many other people.”
Cheyenne has also shared some of her favorite memories with Tiger, such as playing golf with him at his home course in Florida, watching him win the 2019 Masters, and attending his foundation events.
What is Cheyenne Woods’ personal life?
Cheyenne Woods is married to Aaron Hicks, a professional baseball player who plays as a center fielder for the New York Yankees. They got engaged in October 2021 and married in February 2022. Their son was born in April 2022. They reside in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Cheyenne is active on social media, where she posts about her golf career, her family, and her interests. She has over 200,000 followers on Instagram and over 80,000 followers on Twitter. She also has a YouTube channel, where she uploads videos about golf tips, travel, and lifestyle.
Cheyenne is also involved in charitable causes, such as the Tiger Woods Foundation, the First Tee, and the LPGA Foundation. She has said that she wants to use her platform to inspire and empower young girls, especially those of color, to pursue their dreams.
Conclusion
Cheyenne Woods is a professional golfer who is related to Tiger Woods, but not very closely. She is his half-niece and shares a common grandfather with him. She has a close relationship with him and looks up to him as a role model. She is also married to a baseball player and has a son. She is passionate about golf and wants to make a positive impact on the world.
