
Alison Root
Alison Root has over 25 years experience working in media and events, predominantly dedicated to golf, in particular the women’s game. Until 2020, for over a decade Alison edited Women & Golf magazine and website, and is now the full-time Women's Editor for Golf Monthly. Alison is a respected and leading voice in the women's game, overseeing content that communicates to active golfers from grassroots through to the professional scene, and developing collaborative relationships to widen Golf Monthly's female audience across all platforms to elevate women's golf to a new level. She is a 16-handicap golfer (should be better) and despite having had the fantastic opportunity to play some of the best golf courses around the world, Kingsbarns in Scotland is her favourite.
Latest articles by Alison Root
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Nominations Are Open For The 2025 Women In Golf Awards
Do you know a woman who deserves to be recognised for the role she plays within the golf industry? Vote now!
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I Don't Understand Why The Old Guard Won't Mix With The New Wave Of Women Golfers. And The Cultural Divide Is Hurting Our Clubs
When young women join golf clubs, why are they often met with scepticism from the older generation?
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Best Golf Gloves For Women 2025
When it comes to golf gloves there are plenty of options on the market. Here we take a look at the best golf gloves for women
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How Far Does The Average Amateur Female Golfer Hit Their 3-Wood?
We've looked at the data... Find out if you are hitting your 3-wood an average distance
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The Future Of Women's Golf Is In Your Hands: Share Your Voice
The women's game is growing, and we want to hear from you. Your feedback will help us build a healthy future for women's golf
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Best Women's Spikeless Golf Shoes 2025
Spikeless golf shoes are big in the world of women's golf but which are the best? We take a look here.
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I Found Portugal’s Best New Course… And Sergio Garcia Is Behind It
Alison Root heads to Terras da Comporta to play the latest offering at this fast evolving destination
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Best Golf Irons For Women 2025
In this equipment piece we look at some of the best golf irons for women.
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Best Women's Hybrid Golf Clubs 2025 - Our six favorite models tested and reviewed
Hybrids are the most versatile clubs that you can add to your bag. Here, we take a look at the best options for women
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Best Women's Fairway Woods 2025
We take a look at some of the best women's fairway woods currently on the market.
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Best Golf Drivers For Women 2025 - 6 of my favorite models tested and reviewed
Take a look at some of our favorite golf drivers for women on the market
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Major Season Is Over. Here’s My Plea To Those Who Set The 2026 Tournament Schedules
Our women's editor reflects on the women's Major season and pleads for a schedule that helps, not hinders its growth
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'Interviewing The Losing Ryder Cup Captain Was Probably One Of The Toughest Interviews I've Ever Had To Do' - Iona Stephen On The Raw Emotions Of Golf Broadcasting
Sky Sports Broadcaster Iona Stephen on dealing with her emotions, golf storytelling and the competitiveness of sporting greats
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Cobra DS-ADAPT MAX Women’s Fairway Wood Review
The Cobra DS-ADAPT MAX women's fairway wood is packed with technology, so did this translate into pleasing results?
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Cobra DS-ADAPT MAX-K Women's Driver Review
Forgiveness, stability, as well as straighter ball flights and distance. Did the Cobra DS-ADAPT Max-K women's driver deliver on its promises?
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AIG Women's Open: Why I Think Royal Porthcawl Is More Than Just Another Links
Our women's editor takes you through the beauty of this year's AIG Women's Open course, and why it presents such a unique challenge to the world's best
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10 Things You Didn't Know About Royal Porthcawl Golf Club
Royal Porthcawl will host the 49th edition of the AIG Women's Open, so here are some facts about this historic links golf club
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10 Things You Didn’t Know About The AIG Women’s Open
The stage is set for the final women's major of the year, but how much do you know about the AIG Women's Open?
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Best Women's Golf Shoes 2025
We take a look at the best women's golf shoes currently available on the market
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My Unpopular Golf Opinion: One Practice Swing Limit Per Shot
What if limiting practice swings to just one per shot could transform the game, making every round faster?
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I Can't Believe This New Putter Is Already Discounted By 34% On Amazon's Final Prime Day
We've put this TaylorMade putter to the test with impressive results, and now you can grab it at a significant 34% off
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Prime Day Alert - My Top Spiked Shoe Of 2024 Now Has Over 40% Off
This is my top-ranked shoe of 2024 and I simply can't believe how much it is discounted by at the moment.
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Move Over Prime Day! I've Found 9 Half-Price Bargains At PGA TOUR Superstore
Act fast! Our Women's Editor has found some great apparel savings at PGA TOUR Superstore
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XXIO Prime Royal Edition Ladies Fairway Wood Review
We put XXIO's Prime Royal Edition ladies fairway wood to the test - did it deliver on its promises?
By Alison Root Published