The Technology Golf League (TGL) is exploring expansion opportunities after a strong debut that averaged 919,000 viewers. TMRW Sports co-founder Mike McCarley confirmed the league is evaluating new venues and potential player additions according to Sport Business Journal.
New Venues Under Consideration for TGL Growth
League officials have conducted site visits in Las Vegas, Southern California, and Scottsdale. These locations join the current SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, as potential future TGL venues. The expansion initiatives reflect growing interest from sports industry leaders, including ownership groups from the NFL and NBA who attended opening night.
High-Profile Sports Executives Attend Opening Night
The TGL’s inaugural event attracted notable sports industry leaders, including the Ford family of the Detroit Lions, the Wilf family of the Minnesota Vikings, and John Bitove, founder of the Toronto Raptors. Their attendance signals growing interest from established sports ownership groups in the tech-integrated golf format.
LIV Golf Players Welcome in Future TGL Plans
McCarley addressed the possibility of including LIV Golf players in TGL, stating “Yes, absolutely” when asked about potential recruitment. This development could create opportunities for players like Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, who were previously ineligible due to TGL’s PGA Tour-only policy. The inclusion of LIV players may factor into ongoing PGA Tour-Saudi PIF merger negotiations.
Business Performance and Future Strategy
The league’s first match demonstrated strong market potential with viewership peaking over one million viewers during primetime. Tiger Woods is set to make his TGL debut with Jupiter Links GC against Los Angeles Golf Club, while Rory McIlroy will return to competition next week.
McCarley emphasized current business stability while remaining open to growth: “We have a good business in what we have right now. We’ve got to deliver a really compelling product.” The league maintains focus on immediate operations while planning strategic expansion over the next five years.
This structured blend of current success and future planning positions TGL for sustainable growth in professional golf’s evolving landscape. The league continues to evaluate opportunities that align with its tech-integrated format and high-profile player roster.
