TGL is expanding with WTGL, a new arena league for LPGA players starting at the end of 2026.
The idea had been in the works for some time and is now official: TGL gets a sister league. What had been hinted at for months was confirmed during 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 works for the men’s league is now set to succeed in women’s golf too, sticking with a familiar format: two teams, two hours, one match, played in a high-tech setup combining simulators, real greens, and a shot clock. The live audience sees every shot as do the viewers at home. Microphones are also constantly in 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 is not only about more playing days. TGL has shown that the arena format reaches new audiences who often follow traditional tournament golf only peripherally. 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 set to benefit women’s golf as well.
Commissioner Craig Kessler, appointed in 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 the scorecards. “We want to create closeness, trust, and bring our athletes into the spotlight,” said Kessler. Interest is high: Many top players have already expressed enthusiasm, with some visiting the SoFi Center to watch the men’s matches.