The TGL expands with the new WTGL, launching a dedicated arena league for LPGA players starting late 2026.
The idea has been in the air for some time and is now official: the TGL is getting a sister league. This was confirmed in a press conference by TMRW CEO Mike McCarley and LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler at the SoFi Center in Florida. The TGL is entering its next phase, this time featuring women.
WTGL: Familiar Concept, New Faces
What works for the men should also work in women’s golf. The format is familiar: two teams, two hours, one match, played in a high-tech setup combining simulators, real greens, and a shot clock. The live audience watches every shot in the arena, as do viewers on TV. Microphones are constantly on. ‘It’s about showing personality, not just performance,’ says 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 extra playing days. The TGL format has shown it can reach new audiences who often only marginally follow traditional tournament golf. Over 40 percent of fans in the first season were aged 18 to 49, many without previous golf interest. This outreach 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 move. Fans will get to know the players better and experience their stories — not just see the scores. ‘We want to create closeness, trust, and put our athletes in the spotlight,’ says Kessler. The interest is high: many top players have already shown interest, and some have attended men’s matches at the SoFi Center.