TGL expands with WTGL, a new arena league for LPGA players launching winter 2026.
The idea has been in the air for a while and is now official: TGL is getting a sister league. What was 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. TGL is entering its next phase, this time featuring women.
WTGL: Familiar Concept, New Faces
What has worked for the men will now be adapted for women’s golf, sticking to a familiar setup: two teams, two hours, one match, played in a high-tech environment with simulators, real greens, and a shot clock. The audience in the arena sees every shot live, just like the viewers at home. Microphones are again used extensively. “It’s about showing personality, not just performance,” said McCarley.
A New Platform for Women’s Golf
For the LPGA, the new league is more than just an additional playing opportunity. WTGL is not just about more events; TGL has shown that the arena format reaches new target groups who often only follow traditional tournament golf marginally. Over 40 percent of fans in the first season were aged between 18 and 49, many without prior connection to golf. This reach is now expected 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, experience their stories—not just through the scorecard. “We want to create closeness, trust, and put our athletes in the spotlight,” said Kessler. The interest is high: many top players have already signaled interest, with some visiting the SoFi Center to watch the men’s matches.