Golfing icons Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy have collaborated to introduce a revolutionary experience for sports enthusiasts: TGL, an interactive and technology-driven golf league.

In partnership with the PGA Tour, TGL offers a unique, intimate viewing experience where fans can witness teams of elite golfers competing within a specially designed, high-tech arena.

Here’s a deeper look into TGL:

What is TGL Golf?

Launched in August 2022, TGL is a technologically advanced, 3-on-3 golf league. It features six teams, each composed of four PGA Tour professionals, engaging in two-hour matches at the SoFi Center, TGL`s purpose-built venue in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

What Does TGL Mean?

TGL is short for Tomorrow`s Golf League. The name originates from TMRW Sports, a venture established by Woods, McIlroy, and former NBC golf executive Mike McCarley. TMRW Sports is focused on developing technology-based projects in the sports and entertainment sectors.

How TGL Matches Function?

A TGL match consists of two segments. The first is `Triples,` a nine-hole, 3-on-3, alternate-shot format. The second is `Singles,` featuring head-to-head play over six holes, with each golfer playing two holes.

  • The SoFi Center course is equipped with advanced technology and spans approximately 97 yards by 50 yards, roughly the size of a football field.
  • Golfers tee off from genuine grass tee boxes, fairways, rough, and sand, aiming at a massive simulation screen over 20 times larger than a standard golf simulator.
  • The tech-enhanced green incorporates jacks that alter the slope, creating varied play on each TGL hole.
  • Each hole is worth one point. In case of a tie after regulation, an overtime round decides the winner.
  • Overtime: TGL’s overtime is similar to a penalty shootout in soccer. Golfers compete head-to-head until one team places two shots closer to the pin than their opponents.
  • Shot Clock: Matches include a 40-second shot clock. Players must take their shot within this time; otherwise, their team incurs a one-stroke penalty for a shot clock violation.
  • The 40-second limit is based on the USGA`s pace of play recommendations.
  • Timeouts: Each team gets four timeouts per match, with two per session. Timeouts from the first session do not carry over. For the team about to play, timeouts can be called anytime before the shot clock expires. The opposing team can call a timeout until the player addresses the ball. Teams cannot call consecutive timeouts on the same shot.
  • Referee: A referee is present on the course to enforce TGL rules, with another official monitoring from a booth.
  • All golfers wear microphones during matches to enhance fan engagement.

Each TGL event is designed to complement the PGA Tour schedule, as part of their partnership. Weekly matches progress to playoffs, culminating in one team winning the SoFi Cup.

TGL Points System

Mirroring the NHL, TGL uses a points system for regular-season matches. Teams can earn up to two points per match, influencing their SoFi Cup standings.

A win in either regulation or overtime earns two points, while an overtime loss earns one point.

The top four teams proceed to the playoffs, featuring a single-elimination semifinal and a best-of-three championship series.

Who are the TGL Competitors?

Six teams, representing different cities, compete throughout the season. The teams include:

Atlanta Drive GC

  • Patrick Cantlay
  • Lucas Glover
  • Billy Horschel
  • Justin Thomas

Boston Common Golf

  • Keegan Bradley
  • Hideki Matsuyama
  • Rory McIlroy
  • Adam Scott

Jupiter Links Golf Club (Jupiter, Florida)

  • Max Homa
  • Tom Kim
  • Kevin Kisner
  • Tiger Woods

Los Angeles Golf Club

  • Tommy Fleetwood
  • Collin Morikawa
  • Justin Rose
  • Sahith Theegala

New York Golf Club

  • Matt Fitzpatrick
  • Rickie Fowler
  • Xander Schauffele
  • Cameron Young

The Bay Golf Club (San Francisco Bay Area)

  • Ludvig Åberg
  • Wyndham Clark
  • Shane Lowry
  • Min Woo Lee

When Does the TGL Season Start?

The inaugural TGL season commences on January 7th.

TGL Schedule

*All times Eastern

Jan. 7

New York Golf Club vs. The Bay Golf Club — 9 p.m.

Jan. 14

Los Angeles Golf Club vs. Jupiter Links Golf Club — 7 p.m.

Jan. 21

New York Golf Club vs. Atlanta Drive GC — 7 p.m.

Jan. 27

Jupiter Links Golf Club vs. Boston Common Golf — 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 4

Boston Common Golf vs. Los Angeles Golf Club — 9 p.m.

Feb. 17

Atlanta Drive GC vs. Los Angeles Golf Club — 1 p.m.

Atlanta Drive GC vs. The Bay Golf Club — 4 p.m.

The Bay Golf Club vs. Boston Common Golf — 7 p.m.

Feb. 18

Jupiter Links Golf Club vs. New York Golf Club — 7 p.m.

Feb. 24

Los Angeles Golf Club vs. New York Golf Club — 5 p.m.

Boston Common Golf vs Atlanta Drive GC — 9 p.m.

Feb. 25

The Bay Golf Club vs. Jupiter Links Golf Club — 9 p.m.

March 3

The Bay Golf Club vs. Los Angeles Golf Club — 3 p.m.

New York Golf Club vs. Boston Common Golf — 7 p.m.

March 4

Jupiter Links Golf Club vs. Atlanta Drive GC — 7 p.m.

March 17

New York Golf Club vs. Los Angeles Golf Club — 7 p.m.

March 18

Atlanta Drive GC vs. The Bay Golf Club — 7 p.m.

March 24

Match 1: Atlanta Drive GC vs. New York Golf Club — 9 p.m.

March 25

Match 2: New York Golf Club vs. Atlanta Drive GC — 7 p.m.

Match 3 (if necessary): New York Golf Club vs. Atlanta Drive GC — 9 p.m.

How to Watch TGL Golf?

Fans can watch all matches via streaming platforms.

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