Former Clemson golfer finds familiar footing on Korn Ferry Tour stop
After opening with a strong performance, Carson Young said there is a sense of familiarity at the Colonial Life Charity Classic.
The 2026 Korn Ferry Tour season continues this week with the inaugural Colonial Life Charity Classic at The Woodcreek Club in Elgin, South Carolina. And while the event is brand new, one of its most intriguing storylines belongs to South Carolina native and former Clemson golfer Carson Young. After opening with a strong performance at The Woodcreek Club, finishing with a 65 in Round 1, Young said there is a sense of familiarity, both with the course and the setting, that has helped him settle in early.
“I got off to a hot start early, which was nice,” Young said. “Made a couple birdies in the first couple holes and that kind of got me going. ” Young credited his strong play on the par-5s and solid putting for helping him capitalize on scoring opportunities.
“My birdie flow was great, especially on the par-5s,” he said. “I made one from about 10 feet and had some good looks. It’s nice to take advantage of those.
” But beyond the scorecard, Young’s comfort level at Woodcreek stems from local familiarity and course history. More than a decade ago, Young won at the course as an amateur during a South Carolina Junior Golf Association event. It's a memory that still resonates, even if the details have faded a little.
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