TGL Golf, officially known as Tomorrow’s Golf League (TGL), is a new, tech-infused golf league founded by Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and former NBC golf executive Mike McCarley through their company TMRW Sports in partnership with the PGA Tour.

TGL’s inaugural season will launch next month at the new SoFi Arena in Palm Beach Gardens (Florida).

Here are the key aspects of TGL Golf:

• Format: TGL features six teams, each consisting of four PGA Tour players, with three players competing in each match.
  • Matches are 15 holes long, split into two sessions: nine holes of “Triples” (3-on-3 alternate shot) and six holes of “Singles” (head-to-head play).
  • Each hole is worth one point, with the team accumulating the most points declared the winner of the match.
• Venue: The league operates from the SoFi Center, a custom-built arena in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, on the campus of Palm Beach State College. This facility includes a virtual course with a huge simulator screen for long shots and a custom-built short game complex named “Green Zone” for shots within approximately 50 yards.

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— TGL (@TGL) December 10, 2024

• Technology: TGL Golf’s technology is a central aspect of its innovative approach to bringing golf to a broader, potentially younger audience. Here’s a detailed look at the technology used in TGL:
  • Giant Simulator Screen: TGL uses a massive screen measuring 64 feet by 46 feet (or 64 feet by 53 feet in some descriptions) for tee shots and approach play. This screen is significantly larger than traditional golf simulators, providing a more immersive experience.
  • Full Swing Technology: Full Swing is the official technology partner for TGL, providing the simulator technology that powers the league’s virtual environment. Their technology includes the Full Swing KIT Launch Monitor for accurate shot data, and they’ve helped create custom software for gameplay.
  • Virtual & Real-Life Integration: Players hit from real grass, fairway surfaces, rough, and sand for long shots into the virtual screen. For shots within approximately 50 yards, play transitions to real-life action on an adaptable short game complex.
  • Short Game Complex: Known as the “Green Zone,” this area features three virtual greens within a larger putting surface. Each green is equipped with 189 actuators and jacks that change the slope, allowing for different configurations and challenges for each hole.
  • Toptracer Ball-Tracing: Top tracer technology is used as the Official Ball-Tracing Partner to track the ball’s flight into the screen, providing data that helps in the accurate simulation of each shot’s path.
  • Virtual Caddie and Hole Design: The league employs virtual caddie technology allowing teams to preview and strategize on each hole through an interactive yardage book on a touchscreen. The holes are custom-designed by renowned golf course designers, with the technology allowing for varied landscapes and challenges.
  • Broadcast Enhancements: Every shot is broadcast live, with players mic’d up for enhanced viewer engagement. The use of a shot clock and timeouts adds to the fast-paced, sports-like atmosphere. The technology also supports advanced shot data for viewers and players.
  • Venue Technology: The SoFi Center itself is a technological marvel, with a field of play the size of a football field, integrating both virtual and real elements. The center can transform between holes, providing a dynamic playing environment.

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— TGL (@TGL) November 19, 2024

• How to Watch: Matches will be broadcast live on ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+ in prime time, complementing the PGA Tour schedule.
• Players: The league features 24 PGA Tour players, including multi-major winners Woods, McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, Justin Thomas, and Collin Morikawa.
• Teams: The six teams include:
  • Atlanta Drive GC – Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay, Billy Horschel, and Lucas Glover
  • Boston Common Golf – Rory McIlroy, Keegan Bradley, Adam Scott, and Hideki Matsuyama
  • Los Angeles Golf Club – Collin Morikawa, Sahith Theegala, Tommy Fleetwood, and Justin Rose
  • New York Golf Club – Xander Schauffele, Matt Fitzpatrick, Rickie Fowler, and Cameron Young
  • The Bay Golf Club – Ludvig Aberg, Wyndham Clark, Min Woo Lee, and Shane Lowry
  • Jupiter Links Golf Club – Tiger Woods, Max Homa, Tom Kim, and Kevin Kisner

• Schedule: The inaugural season was set to begin in January 2024 but was delayed to January 2025 due to structural issues with the original venue. The maiden season is as follows:
  • Match 1: N.Y. vs S.F. Bay (Tue, Jan 7, 9 pm)
  • Match 2: L.A. vs Jupiter (Tue, Jan 14, 7 pm)
  • Match 3: N.Y. vs Atlanta (Tue, Jan 21, 7 pm)
  • Match 4: Jupiter vs Boston (Mon, Jan 27, 6:30 pm)
  • Match 5: Boston vs L.A. (Tue, Feb 4, 9 pm)
  • Match 6: Atlanta vs L.A. (Mon, Feb 17, 1 pm)
  • Match 7: Atlanta vs S.F. Bay (Mon, Feb 17, 4 pm)
  • Match 8: S.F. Bay vs Boston (Mon, Feb 17, 7 pm)
  • Match 9: Jupiter vs N.Y. (Tue, Feb 18, 7 pm)
  • Match 10: L.A. vs N.Y. (Mon, Feb 24, 5 pm)
  • Match 11: Boston vs Atlanta (Mon, Feb 24, 9 pm)
  • Match 12: S.F. Bay vs Jupiter (Tue, Feb 25, 9 pm)
  • Match 13: S.F. Bay vs L.A. (Mon, Mar 3, 3 pm)
  • Match 14: N.Y. vs Boston (Mon, Mar 3, 7 pm)
  • Match 15: Jupiter vs Atlanta (Tue, Mar 4, 7 pm)
  • Semi-Finals: No. 1 vs No. 4 (Mon, Mar 17, 7 pm)
  • Semi-Finals: No. 2 vs No. 3 (Tue, Mar 18, 7 pm)
  • Finals: Best-of-Three Series (Mon-Tue, Mar 24-25, 9 pm)
• Innovations: TGL introduces elements like a shot clock (40 seconds per shot), timeouts, and all players wearing microphones to enhance the fan experience and add a modern, fast-paced element to golf, aiming to appeal to new and younger audiences.
• Objective: The league aims to provide a high-energy, fan-friendly experience, drawing comparisons to sitting courtside at an NBA game, with the goal of making golf more accessible and engaging for a broader audience.

This overview is based on information from various sources discussing the league’s format, technology, and objectives.