
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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I Just Visited The 2026 Solheim Cup Course. Here's Why I Think It's A Genius Idea Taking It To The NetherlandsOur women's editor Alison Root on why the 2026 Solheim Cup is one for your bucket list
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True Linkswear All Day Knit Four Golf Shoe ReviewIs the All Day Knit Four from True Linkswear the most versatile women's golf shoe on the market? Our women's editor puts it to the test
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Golf Channel Host Cara Banks On Tyrrell Hatton's 'Alter Ego' And The Caddie ConnectionNBC Sports' broadcaster Cara Banks on building player relationships, the reality of live TV, and the caddie-player bond she'd like to explore
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Nominations Are Open For The 2025 Women In Golf AwardsDo 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 ClubsWhen young women join golf clubs, why are they often met with scepticism from the older generation?
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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 VoiceThe 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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I Found Portugal’s Best New Course… And Sergio Garcia Is Behind ItAlison Root heads to Terras da Comporta to play the latest offering at this fast evolving destination
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Major Season Is Over. Here’s My Plea To Those Who Set The 2026 Tournament SchedulesOur 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 BroadcastingSky 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 ReviewThe 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 ReviewForgiveness, 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 LinksOur 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 ClubRoyal 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 OpenThe 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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My Unpopular Golf Opinion: One Practice Swing Limit Per ShotWhat 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 DayWe'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% OffThis 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 SuperstoreAct 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 ReviewWe put XXIO's Prime Royal Edition ladies fairway wood to the test - did it deliver on its promises?
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I Already Loved This Golf Shoe, But This Discount Makes It A Must-BuyThe New Balance 574 Greens V2 golf shoe made a strong impression on our women's editor and now it's at a bargain price!
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I Found 5 Prime Day Outfits Under $100Our women's editor doesn't want you to miss out on a selection of heavily discounted outfits from the leading brands
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I've Tested The 2025 Adidas Adizero ZG Women's Golf Shoe - With 40% Off, It's A No-BrainerAt this incredible price, female golfers can't go wrong with the latest spikeless shoe from Adidas
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After Amateur Glory, Will Lottie Woad Make The Leap To Pro?Lottie Woad has won big as an amateur, now the big question is: When will she turn pro?
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