New holes, bigger greens, more cameras and signature holes: ‘We’re playing a high-tech video game,’ says Billy Horschel.
The Tomorrow’s Golf League (TGL) returns for its second season, teeing off at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The season opener reprises last year’s final between Atlanta Drive and New York, running through March 3. The six-team league, co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, continues to blend golf with immersive tech and entertainment.
Tiger Woods joins as mic’d-up presence
While Tiger Woods and Justin Thomas are sidelined due to back surgeries, Woods will still be present at every Jupiter Links GC match starting January 13—this time with a microphone. The 15-time major champion is expected to provide live commentary and insight, adding star power and entertainment value to the broadcasts. Woods’ presence is crucial to TGL’s media impact, as viewership spikes when he’s involved.
Tech upgrades and signature holes
This season introduces a 38% larger green zone—now nearly 500 square meters—with 12 pin positions, up from seven. The smallest of three bunkers was removed to accommodate the expansion, while the remaining two were enlarged. The synthetic turf has also been adjusted so that all chips play with the grain, enhancing shot variety and viewer excitement. Wyndham Clark noted, “The green is easier to read now, which benefits the best putters among us.”
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 San Francisco’s skyline, while New York’s ‘Big Apple’ showcases Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. Atlanta’s ‘Fore-O-Fore’ includes a city silhouette, and Hanse’s ‘Stone & Steeple’ hole brings a dramatic church-and-cemetery backdrop, demanding precision from players.
Enhanced viewer experience
The SoFi Center now boasts 79 cameras and improved Virtual-Eye technology, offering enhanced ball tracking and shot comparisons. The award-winning SmartPin Cam returns, delivering 360-degree views from the flagstick’s perspective. With these innovations, TGL continues to push the boundaries between sport and spectacle. As Billy Horschel puts it, “We’ve got holes like on a real course—but also ones you’d see in a video game.”