The PGA Tour used to be well-known for strictly being about the pros and the 72-hole grind. Fast forward to 2025, and influencer-driven golf events like the Creator Classic are shifting the landscape entirely. On the eve of the Truist Championship at the historic Philadelphia Cricket Club, eight top golf creators and four high-profile YouTubers—including former pro turned media powerhouse Paige Spiranac—are teaming up for a nine-hole clash at the Wissahickon Course.
Spiranac, once a collegiate star and pro on the Cactus Tour, has since become one of the most influential voices in the game, blending swing tips, trick shots, and advocacy for women in golf to build a digital following in the millions. Now, she returns to the course not just as a personality, but as a competitor in what’s shaping up to be golf’s most-watched exhibition before the main event. With her transition from golf pro to social media sensation, Spiranac has built a massive following, and now fans will have the chance to see her in action once again on the course.
How to watch Paige Spiranac at the Creator Classic
With Paige Spiranac headlining Team Toney, all eyes will be on the 4:17 p.m. ET tee time when her group hits the first of eight alternate-shot holes on May 7. The Creator Classic at Philly Cricket will run from 4 to 7 p.m. ET and be streamed live on the PGA TOUR’s YouTube channel, offering fans a chance to follow Spiranac and other popular creators as they battle across holes 10 through 17.
The field is split into four teams, each led by a prominent YouTuber and featuring two golf content creators. Spiranac joins Matt Scharff under the captaincy of Dude Perfect’s Tyler Toney. Other notable names include Marques Brownlee (MKBHD), podcast host Josh Richards, and NBA All-Star Kyle Lowry, each bringing a unique mix of star power and entertainment.
After the alternate-shot stroke-play segment, the top two teams will advance to the 18th hole for a hole-by-hole playoff to determine the winner. Tee times and groupings, including Spiranac’s, were finalized the day before the event, ensuring a streamlined viewing experience for fans across platforms like ESPN+, GOLF Channel, and Prime Video in addition to YouTube.
Following the success of last year’s Creator Classic—watched by over 2.7 million fans—the PGA Tour expanded the format into a three-event series in 2025, with the Philly Cricket stop marking event number two. For Spiranac fans and golf content junkies alike, it’s a can’t-miss midweek showdown. As excitement ramps up for the second event in the Creator Classic series, the focus shifts to what makes these competitions stand out—and what could potentially hinder their success.
Why the Creator Classic needs to keep it simple
As anticipation builds for both the Truist Championship (May 8–11) and the Creator Classic, a crucial reminder comes from the No Laying Up podcast: don’t overthink it. The event’s success hinges on preserving what makes live sports special—real-time competition, clear format, and viewer engagement. Podcast host Soly put it plainly while critiquing overproduced formats like LIV Golf’s Duels: “As soon as I found out LIV Duels was edited, I was like, ‘Ah, I’m not going to watch that.’” His concern? Turning sports into post-produced YouTube content risks stripping away the authenticity fans crave.
Co-host Neil echoed that sentiment, warning against format confusion and bloated broadcasts. “They already lost track of a bunch of things… we didn’t see a lot of golf,” he said, referencing previous streaming missteps. For the Creator Classic to maintain momentum, it must offer consistency and clarity—traits often missing from novelty events like “The Match.” This year’s Creator Classic has the right ingredients: a straightforward format, live broadcast, and a recognizable cast led by creators like Spiranac. But if the PGA Tour wants this series to last, it needs to prioritize the live experience over gimmicks. The future of golf content might just depend on it.
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