Charley Hoffman, 47, holds early lead at Charles Schwab

(Photo credit: Jason Parkhurst-USA TODAY Sports)

Charley Hoffman posted a bogey-free, 5-under 65 to take the first-round lead at the Charles Schwab Challenge on Thursday in Fort Worth, Texas.

The 47-year-old birdied two of his three holes to get off to a strong start on a day where scoring chances were limited at Colonial Country Club. Hoffman's round was enough for a one-shot advantage over five golfers tied for second.