TGL is expanding: A new WTGL arena league for LPGA Tour players launches at the end of 2026.
The idea has been around for some time and is now official: TGL is getting a sister league. What had been hinted at for months was confirmed at a press conference by TMRW CEO Mike McCarley and LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler at the SoFi Center in Florida. TGL is entering the next phase, this time featuring women.
WTGL: Familiar Concept, New Faces
What works for the men is expected to work for women’s golf as well, so the formula remains familiar: two teams, two hours, one match played in a high-tech setup with simulators, real greens, and a shot clock. The audience in the arena sees every shot live, just like viewers at home. Microphones are in constant 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, this new league is more than just an additional platform. WTGL is not simply about more playing days. TGL has proven that the arena format reaches new audiences who typically only follow traditional tournament golf on the sidelines. Over 40 percent of fans in the first season were between 18 and 49 years old, many of whom previously had no connection to golf. This reach is now set to benefit women’s golf.
Commissioner Craig Kessler, in office since summer 2025, views the partnership with TMRW Sports as a strategic move. Fans will get to know the players better and experience their stories—not just their scores. “We want to create closeness, trust, and put our athletes in the spotlight,” said Kessler. Interest is high: many top players have already shown enthusiasm, with several visiting the SoFi Center to watch the men’s matches.