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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How Far LPGA Tour Players Hit Every Club In The Bag
The latest Trackman data reveals the average distances and speeds from shots hit on the LPGA Tour in 2023
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Puma Avant Ladies Golf Shoe Review
Alison Root puts the new Puma Avant golf shoe to the test to see if the performance matches the aesthetics.
By Alison Root Published
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G/FORE Women’s Golf Glove Review
We put a glove from G/FORE's women's collection to the test
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Adidas Tour360 24 Women's Golf Shoe Review
Could the new and improved Tour360 24 be the best spiked golf shoe for women? Alison Root puts them to the test to find out
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PXG Boat Neck Sweater Review
Alison Root tries out the new, luxurious Boat Neck Sweater from PXG.
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Famara Sheer Sleeve Golf Shirt Review
How did the Famara Sheer Sleeve Golf Shirt perform out on the course? Here, Golf Monthly's Women's Editor, Alison Root, finds out
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Puma Women’s Everyday Golf Pants Review
We test out the new Puma Women's Everyday golf pants to see how they perform on the course
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Duca Del Cosma Alesi Golf Shoe Review
Combining fashion and performance benefits, Alison Root put Duca del Cosma's Alesi golf shoe through its paces
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Pure Golf Mist Mid Layer Review
A mid layer is one of the most versatile items of clothing, so did this full zipped jacket pass the test?
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'You Know You’ve Still Got To Go Through Hell To Get There, But If You Can Get It At Stage 2 or 3'... Hall Of Famer Juli Inkster On New Cancer Screening
Are we entering a new worldwide era for cancer screening?
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Is Women's Golf Paying The Price Of A Jam-Packed Tournament Schedule?
Yet again women's golf is playing second fiddle when the first Major of the year, The Chevron Championship, has to compete against a signature PGA Tour event
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‘I Want To Show My Physique Off, How Strong I Am As Well And That I Can Be Glamorous’ - Charley Hull On Fashion, ADHD Diagnosis And The Match Everyone Wants To See
One of the world's best female golfers, Charley Hull, tells her story in the latest episode of Sky Sports Editions
By Alison Root Published
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FootJoy Women’s Pro/SLX Golf Shoe Review
How does the new FootJoy Women's Pro/SLX golf shoe compare with its predecessor? We put it to the test
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ANWA Was Terrific, But Should Augusta Be Doing More To Support The Women's Game?
We consider why the world's best professional female golfers should be given an opportunity to compete at Augusta
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Which Female Golfers Have Won Four Or More Consecutive LPGA Titles?
We take a look at the players that have enjoyed an incredible winning streak on the LPGA Tour
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XXIO 13 Ladies Hybrid Review
Should this hybrid be an addition to your golf bag? Alison Root puts it to the test
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What Is Augusta National's Yardage Difference Between ANWA And The Masters?
Hosted a week apart at Augusta National, we take a look at the difference in hole yardages at ANWA and the Masters
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A Major Champion And Solheim Cup Stars - The ANWA Already Has An Impressive List Of Past Champions In Just Five Years
The Augusta National Women's Amateur has become one of the most prestigious women's amateur events. Here we take a look at the previous winners
By Alison Root Published
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What Is The Format Of The Augusta National Women’s Amateur
Set for its fifth edition, how is the winner of the Augusta National Women's Amateur decided?
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What Are Nelly Korda's Stock Yardages?
The American is one of the longest hitters in the women’s game, but how far does she hit every club in the bag?
By Alison Root Published
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Callaway Women’s Paradym Ai Smoke MAX Fast Driver Review
Is this the most forgiving women's driver on the market? Alison Root puts Callaway's Paradym Ai Smoke MAX Fast driver through its paces
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12 Things You Didn’t Know About Mollie Marcoux Samaan
Get to know the LPGA Commissioner, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, a little better
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What Is Nelly Korda's Net Worth?
How much is the 10-time LPGA title winner worth? We take a look at the fortune she has amassed
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There Was A Huge Step Forward For Women's Golf This Week, And It's About Time
Female golfers have to work twice as hard as men to achieve equal treatment, but in some areas the gap is finally shrinking
By Alison Root Published