The 2026 Colonial Life Charity Classic concluded with an impressive performance by Cole Sherwood at The Woodcreek Club in Elgin, South Carolina. Sherwood emerged as the champion after securing a one-shot victory against seasoned PGA Tour player Zac Blair.
2026 Colonial Life Charity Classic Overview
This event marked the 10th occurrence of the Korn Ferry Tour’s 2026 schedule. Sherwood finished the tournament at 16-under par, registering a total score of 264. His final round of 66 was pivotal in maintaining his lead over Blair, who finished with a remarkable 64.
Top Performers and Payouts
- Cole Sherwood – Score: -16, Total: $180,000
- Zac Blair – Score: -15, Total: $90,000
- Kyle Westmoreland – Score: -14, Total: $60,000
- T4: Cole Hammer, Turk Pettit, Josh Teater – Score: -13, Total: $39,167 each
- T7: Doc Redman, Michael Johnson, Paul Peterson, Ian Gilligan, Carson Young – Score: -12, Total: $27,630 each
A total of 85 players participated, with the cut made at 1-under par (139). Sherwood’s victory earned him 16.8 Official World Golf Ranking points, and he also received 500 Korn Ferry Tour points, enhancing his standing for future tournaments.
Looking Ahead
The Korn Ferry Tour will continue with the Visit Knoxville Open in Tennessee in four weeks. Players are competing for a spot in the top 20 points standings, which will secure their PGA Tour cards for the 2027 season.
As the standings evolve, Sherwood’s compelling win at the 2026 Colonial Life Charity Classic will be one to watch as players vie for championship titles and points heading into the next event.
