New holes, bigger green, more cameras and team signature holes: “We’re playing a high-tech video game,” says Billy Horschel.
It’s Game Day: The Tomorrow’s Golf League (TGL) kicks off its second season today at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The season runs through March 3 and opens with a rematch of last year’s final, where Atlanta Drive edged out New York on the final hole to become the inaugural indoor champions.
Tiger Woods takes the mic
The six teams remain unchanged, but superstar and TGL co-owner Tiger Woods, along with Atlanta’s Justin Thomas, will miss early action due to back surgery recovery. Woods, however, has promised to be present at every match for his Jupiter Links GC team starting January 13—mic’d up and ready to comment. Fans can expect the 15-time major champion to bring his voice to the action, adding entertainment value and insight as a live commentator.
Tech upgrades and signature holes
Season Two comes with significant upgrades. The putting green has been expanded by 38% to nearly 500 square meters, now offering 12 pin positions instead of seven. Two larger bunkers remain, while the smallest was removed. TGL now uses 608 actuators to simulate slopes and breaks. “The green is easier to read,” says Wyndham Clark of The Bay. “It benefits all, but especially the great putters.”
Artificial turf fibers have also been reoriented to always play with the grain, enhancing shot creativity and viewer excitement. “Now every chip is into the grain,” says Clark. “We can do anything with the ball.”
Immersive visuals and team identity
Six new holes were designed by Beau Welling Design, Pizá Golf, Nicklaus Design, and newcomer Gil Hanse, known for courses like Castle Stuart and Streamsong Black. Each team now has a signature hole. The Bay’s ‘Bay Breaker’ features redwoods and San Francisco’s skyline. New York’s ‘Big Apple’ is set against Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. Atlanta’s ‘Fore-O-Fore’ showcases the city’s skyline silhouette.
Gil Hanse’s first TGL hole, ‘Stone & Steeple’, is a par 5 with a Sahara-style cross bunker and a stone wall separating the fairway from a church and cemetery. “Shots too far left won’t live long,” warns TGL’s description.
“We’ve got holes like on a real course, and others like in a video game,” says Billy Horschel, who plays for Atlanta. “Because in the end, we’re playing a high-tech video game.”
Enhanced viewing experience
The SoFi Center now features 79 cameras and improved Virtual-Eye technology for better shot tracking and ball roll analysis. The award-winning SmartPin Cam returns, offering 360-degree live views from the flagstick’s perspective. Let the games begin.