Over 60 cameras, advanced production trucks, and 25 commentators set to deliver immersive coverage from TPC Sawgrass
NBC Sports is set to deliver all-encompassing coverage of the 2025 PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Fans can catch the action across NBC, Golf Channel, and Peacock, with live broadcasts and studio analysis throughout the event.
Coverage Details:
- Golf Central Live From THE PLAYERS kicked off the coverage on Monday at 7 p.m. ET on Golf Channel.
- Live championship coverage starts on Thursday and Friday at 1 p.m. ET on Golf Channel.
- Weekend coverage begins on NBC and Peacock at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday and 1 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- Golf Channel will also broadcast live coverage of The Creator Classic on Wednesday, where popular content creators will compete in a nine-hole match ending on the iconic 17th hole.
State-of-the-Art Production Setup
NEP’s advanced PGA TOUR production fleet will handle the technical side of the event for the second year in a row. The setup includes:
- A Production Control Room for main production.
- Field Acquisition Units 1 and 2 to manage video shading, audio mixing, and quality control.
- A Record Flex truck for EVS operations, editing, and rules review.
- Two BSI trailers providing up to 36 RF camera paths for enhanced live coverage.
Cutting-Edge Camera Technology
More than 60 cameras will capture the action, including:
- Live drone tracing with enhanced graphics on tees and greens.
- Bunker cams at the 16th and 17th holes.
- A Flycam spanning between the 9th and 18th holes for dynamic overhead shots.
- A tracing drone tracking shots from tees and greens with real-time data.
- A reverse follow camera from behind the 17th tee capturing the ball’s flight toward the island green.
- A fixed-wing airplane providing high-altitude views of the Stadium Course.
Expert Commentary and Player Insights
NBC Sports’ coverage will include around 25 commentators delivering in-depth analysis and player insights. Dan Hicks will lead the broadcast with analyst Kevin Kisner joining over the weekend. On-course commentary will feature seasoned pros Roger Maltbie and Gary Koch.
Happy Hour With Smylie returns on Friday, where former PGA TOUR pro Smylie Kaufman will chat with top players, including Justin Thomas and Kisner, bringing fans a lighter, more personal side of the game.
A Legacy of Excellence
THE PLAYERS Championship, the PGA TOUR’s flagship event, has been hosted at TPC Sawgrass since 1982. With cutting-edge technology, expert analysis, and live insights, this year’s coverage promises to be one of the most engaging in tournament history.