New holes, bigger green, more cameras and signature holes for each team: ‘We’re playing a high-tech video game,’ says Billy Horschel.
It’s game time: 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 claim the inaugural indoor golf title.
Tiger Woods mic’d up for Jupiter Links GC
While the six teams remain unchanged, superstar and TGL co-owner Tiger Woods, along with Atlanta’s Justin Thomas, will not compete initially due to back surgery recovery. However, Woods has committed to attending every match for his team, Jupiter Links GC, starting January 13, equipped with a microphone. Expect the 15-time major winner to provide commentary and entertainment as he supports his teammates from the sidelines.
Tech upgrades and signature holes
Season two brings notable technical upgrades. The putting green has been expanded by 38%, now covering nearly 500 square meters with 12 pin positions. Over 600 actuators simulate slopes and breaks, making the green easier to read—an advantage for elite putters like Wyndham Clark. The turf fibers have also been reoriented to allow chips to roll with the grain, enhancing shot creativity and viewer excitement.
Each team now has a signature hole designed by top architects like Gil Hanse and Nicklaus Design. The Bay’s ‘Bay Breaker’ features redwoods and fog with views of Alcatraz and San Francisco. New York’s ‘Big Apple’ showcases the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty, while Atlanta’s ‘Fore-O-Fore’ highlights the city’s silhouette. Gil Hanse’s ‘Stone & Steeple’ includes a church and cemetery, reminding players that errant shots have short lifespans.
Enhanced viewing experience
The SoFi Center now boasts 79 cameras and an upgraded Virtual Eye system for better shot tracking and ball roll visualization. The award-winning SmartPin Cam returns, offering 360-degree live views from the flagstick’s perspective. With these innovations and star power like Woods on the mic, TGL aims to blend sport and spectacle like never before.