Golf: A new Woods tees off

Cheyenne Woods, the 21-year-old niece of Tiger Woods, has signed with her uncle’s agent, Mark Steinberg.

NEW YORK: Cheyenne Woods, the 21-year-old niece of 14-time major winner Tiger Woods, has signed with her uncle’s agent, Mark Steinberg, and is set to start playing in LPGA Tour events this year. In a statement posted on the Excel agency website, Cheyenne said she plans to play in LPGA events on sponsor exemptions and seek a full-time spot on the women’s golf tour through the qualifying tournament. “I am looking forward to pursuing my goals and dreams to compete at the highest level,” said Cheyenne. “As I begin my professional career, I am excited about working with Excel.”

Published in The Express Tribune, May 23^rd, 2012.