The TGL presented by SoFi launches January 7, bringing professional golf into prime time with six teams of PGA TOUR stars competing in a technology-driven format. For fans looking to choose their team before the inaugural season, here’s what you need to know about each franchise and how to make your selection.
Understanding TGL’s Structure
TGL matches will take place at SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, a 250,000-square-foot venue built specifically for the league. Teams compete on Monday and Tuesday nights, with matches featuring a mix of virtual and real-life action across 15 custom-designed holes.
The season culminates in the SoFi Cup Finals, scheduled for March 24-25, in a best-of-three series format.
Team Breakdown and Rosters
Atlanta Drive GC
- Justin Thomas: 15 PGA TOUR wins, 2 PGA Championships
- Patrick Cantlay: 8 PGA TOUR wins, 2021 FedEx Cup champion
- Billy Horschel: 7 PGA TOUR wins, 2014 FedEx Cup champion
- Lucas Glover: 5 PGA TOUR wins, including 2009 U.S. Open
Boston Common Golf
- Rory McIlroy: 24 PGA TOUR wins, 4 major championships
- Keegan Bradley: 6 PGA TOUR wins, 2011 PGA Championship
- Adam Scott: 14 PGA TOUR wins, 2013 Masters champion
- Hideki Matsuyama: 8 PGA TOUR wins, 2021 Masters champion
Jupiter Links Golf Club
- Tiger Woods: 82 PGA TOUR wins, 15 major championships
- Max Homa: 6 PGA TOUR wins
- Tom Kim: 3 PGA TOUR wins
- Kevin Kisner: 4 PGA TOUR wins
Los Angeles Golf Club
- Collin Morikawa: 6 PGA TOUR wins, 2 major championships
- Justin Rose: 11 PGA TOUR wins, 2013 U.S. Open champion
- Tommy Fleetwood: 7 DP World Tour wins
- Sahith Theegala: 1 PGA TOUR win
New York Golf Club
- Matt Fitzpatrick: 2 PGA TOUR wins, 2022 U.S. Open champion
- Xander Schauffele: 7 PGA TOUR wins, Olympic gold medalist
- Rickie Fowler: 6 PGA TOUR wins
- Cameron Young: PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year 2022
The Bay Golf Club
- Wyndham Clark: 2 PGA TOUR wins, 2023 U.S. Open champion
- Ludvig Åberg: 1 PGA TOUR win
- Shane Lowry: 3 PGA TOUR wins, 2019 Open Championship
- Min Woo Lee: 3 DP World Tour wins
How to Choose Your Team
Geographic Connection Fans can support their local team, with franchises representing major markets across the United States:
- East Coast: Boston Common Golf, New York Golf Club
- Southeast: Atlanta Drive GC, Jupiter Links GC
- West Coast: Los Angeles Golf Club, The Bay Golf Club
Player Following Teams feature different playing styles and personalities:
- Boston Common Golf brings international star power
- Jupiter Links GC combines Woods’ experience with youth
- Atlanta Drive GC features proven TOUR winners
- Los Angeles Golf Club mixes veterans with rising talent
- New York Golf Club showcases consistent performers
- The Bay Golf Club represents next-generation talent
Fan Experience Each team offers unique engagement opportunities:
- Live broadcasts on ESPN
- Player microphones during competition
- Social media coverage
- Team merchandise
- Fan events in home markets
Making Your Selection
TGL provides an online quiz at findmyteam.tglgolf.com to match fans with their ideal team based on:
- Playing style preferences
- Geographic location
- Player personalities
- Team ownership groups
Following Your Team
Once selected, fans can follow their team through:
- ESPN broadcasts every Monday and Tuesday
- TGL’s social media channels
- Team-specific content
- League updates and standings
The competition format features:
- Two-hour matches
- 15-hole competitions
- Virtual shots on a 3,400-square-foot screen
- Live short-game play on a transforming green
- 40-second shot clock for faster pace
Teams will compete at SoFi Center, featuring:
- 1,500-person capacity
- Tech-integrated venue
- Virtual and real golf elements
- Stadium-style viewing experience
The inaugural TGL season runs from January 7 through March 25, 2024, with matches in prime time. Fans can visit TGL’s website for broadcast schedules, team updates, and ways to engage with their chosen franchise throughout the season.
For the full fan experience and to find your team, visit findmyteam.tglgolf.com before the season starts on January 7. Leave what team you choose in the comments. If you are wondering, my team is Jupiter Links Golf Club.
