The TGL expands with the new WTGL, launching its own arena league for LPGA Tour players at the end of 2026.
The idea has been in the air for some time, and now it is official: The TGL will get a sister league. What had been hinted at for months was confirmed in a press conference by TMRW CEO Mike McCarley and LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler at the SoFi Center in Florida. The TGL is entering its next phase, this time featuring women.
WTGL: Familiar Concept, New Faces
What works for the men is expected to work for women’s golf as well. The format remains familiar: two teams, two hours, one match played in a high-tech setup including simulators, real greens, and a shot clock. The audience in the arena sees every shot live, just like viewers at home on TV. Microphones are also in continuous use. “It’s about showing personality, not just performance,” said McCarley.
A new chapter for women’s golf begins. 🌟
The LPGA, alongside @TMRWSports, announces the formation of WTGL.
A new platform for team golf featuring the world’s best women golfers.
Preparing for a launch in winter 2026-27 pic.twitter.com/YWpfQEbYWt
— LPGA (@LPGA) January 6, 2026
A New Stage for Women’s Golf
For the LPGA, the new league is more than just an additional platform. WTGL isn’t only about extra play days. The TGL has demonstrated that the arena format reaches new audiences who usually only follow traditional tournament golf from the sidelines. Over 40 percent of fans in the first season were aged 18 to 49, many previously without a connection to golf. This reach is now intended to benefit women’s golf as well.
Commissioner Craig Kessler, in office since summer 2025, sees the partnership with TMRW Sports as a strategic move. Fans will get to know the players better and experience their stories—not just through the scorecard. “We want to create closeness, trust, and put our athletes in the spotlight,” Kessler said. Interest is high: many top players have already signaled their interest, and some have visited the SoFi Center to watch the men’s matches.