Carl Albert Paulson (born December 29, 1970) is an American professional golfer. Paulson attended the University of South Carolina where he was an All-American and the Southeastern Conference Player of the Year in 1993. Paulson wrote the book, Rookie on Tour, with Virginia psychologist Louis Janda. It was published in 1999. Paulson is currently the co-host of "Inside the Ropes" on SiriusXM radio and a volunteer coach for the South Carolina Gamecocks men's golf team.