TGL expands with new WTGL: an arena league for LPGA players starting late 2026.
The idea has been in the air for some time and is now official: TGL is getting a sister league. What has 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. TGL is entering a new phase, and this time it’s focused on women.
WTGL: Familiar Concept, New Faces
What works for the men will also work in women’s golf, so the concept remains familiar: two teams, two hours, one match played in a high-tech setup combining simulators, real greens, and a shot clock. The live audience in the arena sees every shot as does the TV audience, with microphones constantly picking up the action. “It’s about showing personality, not just performance,” says McCarley.
A New Stage for Women’s Golf
For the LPGA, the new league is more than just an extra playing platform. WTGL is not just about additional playing days. TGL has shown that the arena format reaches new audiences who often only follow traditional tournament golf marginally. Over 40 percent of fans in the first season were aged 18 to 49, many with little prior connection to golf. This reach is 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 step. Fans will get to know the players better and experience their stories – not just the scorecards. “We want to create closeness, trust, and bring our athletes into the spotlight,” says Kessler. Interest is high: many top players have already expressed interest, some have visited the SoFi Center to watch the men’s matches.