adminn January 2020, Bobby Woods Sr., a revered figure in Margate’s baseball community, was found severely injured in his home, allegedly assaulted by his son, Robert Woods Jr. The 70-year-old, known for his contributions to youth baseball through Shore Baseball Clinics and his tenure with the Chicago Cubs, sustained multiple injuries, including a fractured skull. Authorities discovered a bloodied golf club at the scene, believed to be the weapon used in the attack.
Woods Jr., 45, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and related offenses. He was later released to home confinement pending trial. The incident has left the community in shock, given the elder Woods’ longstanding dedication to mentoring young athletes in the region.
