Articles by 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

Your Ultimate Guide To Women's Golf

Instruction, fashion, gear, features and buying advice - we've got female golfers of all abilities covered

Why Pleats Are The Must-Have Look In Women’s Golf Wear Right Now

Discover the pleated golf wear that's the essential upgrade for your game!

By Alison Root Published 28 May 25
These 9 Golf Bottoms Are Trending For All The Right Reasons

Elevate your game with the season's must-have golf bottoms - trending now!

By Alison Root Published 27 May 25
Why Ping Women’s Apparel Is Turning Heads – Including Mine

Sponsored by Ping

From functional to fashion-forward. Ping proves it understands what modern women want from golf wear

By Alison Root Published 26 May 25

Dressing For Your Body Shape On The Golf Course - What To Wear (And Avoid!)

Discover the most flattering golf wear for your body shape

By Alison Root Published 25 May 25
Adidas Adizero ZG Women's Golf Shoe Review

Alison Root finds out if the new Adizero ZG shoe from Adidas delivers comfort and tour-level performance

By Alison Root Published 18 May 25
Under Armour Phantom Fore Women’s Golf Shoe Review

We put Under Armour's Phantom Fore golf shoe to the test to see if comfort is backed up by performance

By Alison Root Published 17 May 25

Ecco Biom H5 Textile Women's Golf Shoe Review

Alison Root puts Ecco's new summer shoe through its paces

By Alison Root Published 14 May 25
Pure Golf Clarity Skort Review

We find out if Pure Golf's Clarity skort keeps you cool and comfortable on the golf course

By Alison Root Published 14 May 25
Abacus Ladies Lanark Windshirt Review

We put the Abacus Lanark windshirt to the test to find out how it stands up in breezy conditions

By Alison Root Published 10 May 25

Famara Frill Dress Review

Golf dresses are popular, so how did Famara's frill hem dress shape up on test?

By Alison Root Published 10 May 25
Duca Del Cosma Latina Golf Shoe Review

We put Duca del Cosma's new Latina golf shoe to the test to see how its looks and performance shaped up

By Alison Root Published 9 May 25
G/FORE Women’s MG4+ O2 G/Lock Golf Shoe Review

Is this new spiked model from G/FORE one of the best women's golf shoes on the market?

By Alison Root Published 15 April 25

From Body-Baring To Dialed In: Grace Charis Redefines Golf Fashion

Influential golf content creator Grace Charis launches new apparel brand

By Alison Root Published 8 April 25
Callaway Reva Rise: New Women's Clubs Unleashed!

Callaway has released REVA Rise, the latest evolution of the Reva line of clubs designed specifically for women

By Alison Root Published 7 April 25
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

By Alison Root Last updated 2 April 25

How Far Does The Average Female Club Golfer Hit Their Driver?

We've looked at the data... Find out if you are hitting your driver an average distance

By Alison Root Published 31 March 25
FootJoy Quantum Women’s Golf Shoe Review

Is this FootJoy golf shoe one of the most comfortable on the market? Find out what we think

By Alison Root Published 25 March 25
‘It’s About Perception, Not Rules. Women Are Allowed To Wear A Lot More Than Men At Most Golf Courses’ - Mia Baker On Golf's Dress Code

Content creator and presenter Mia Baker on why changing mindsets is key to building a more inclusive golf community

By Alison Root Published 20 March 25

I Was Skeptical About This New £949 Luxury Driver… Then I Hit It And Was Blown Away

We put the new premium XXIO Prime Royal Edition driver through its paces to see if it could justify the hefty price tag

By Alison Root Published 18 March 25
‘Most Of The Time I Don’t Bother Signing Up’ - The Cliquey Culture Hurting Women’s Golf

Our women's golf editor highlights an issue that is quietly pushing some female golfers to the sidelines

By Alison Root Published 17 March 25

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‘I Want To Play Golf, But…’ - The Women Redefining Golf On Their Own Terms

To coincide with #AccelerateAction, the theme for International Women's Day, we highlight the way female golfers are driving change

By Alison Root Published 6 March 25

How Far Does The Average Female Club Golfer Hit Their 7-Iron?

We've looked at the data... Find out if you are hitting your 7-iron an average distance

By Alison Root Published 3 March 25

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Who Are The Oldest LPGA Major Winners?

Age is just a number when it comes to greatness in golf, but who holds the record as the oldest women's Major winner?

By Alison Root Published 20 February 25
TaylorMade Kalea Gold Irons Review

In the market for some new irons? We put TaylorMade's Kalea Gold to the test

By Alison Root Published 17 February 25

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