Barry Plummer
Barry Plummer is our Staff Writer, joining in January 2024 after seven years as a PE Teacher. He now writes about instruction, working closely with Golf Monthly's Top 50 Coaches to provide hints and tips about all aspects of the game. As someone who came into golf at a later age, Barry is very passionate about supporting the growth of the game and creating opportunities for everyone to access it. A member at Sand Moor Golf Club in Leeds, he looks forward to getting out on the course at least once a week and making up for lost time in the pursuit of a respectable handicap.
Barry is currently playing:
Driver: Ping G425
Hybrid: TaylorMade Stealth 4 Hybrid
Irons: Mizuno JPX 921 4-PW
Wedges: TaylorMade RAC 60, Callaway Jaws MD5 54
Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour
Latest articles by Barry Plummer
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5 Benefits Of Having A Club Fitting... And It Won't Break The Bank!
Custom fittings are a popular way for golfers to upgrade their equipment... but what are the key benefits of this process?
By Barry Plummer Published
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These Mind-Blowing Scorecard Stats Prove Just How Good Xander Schauffele's 2024 Major Season Has Been...
Schauffele produced a Major season to remember in 2024, with two wins and a top-8 finish in every event. These stats perfectly highlight his brilliance
By Barry Plummer Published
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Tiger Woods Didn't Break Par In A Single Major Round This Year... Where Does He Go From Here?
Tiger Woods' Major record for 2024 doesn't make for good reading, and as a big Tiger-fan, I worry about what comes next for this legend of the game...
By Barry Plummer Published
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How Many Dimples Are There On A Golf Ball?
Dimples are a crucial feature of the golf ball, but how many should there be and what are they for?
By Barry Plummer Published
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The Surprising PGA Tour Pro Outdriving LIV Golf's Bryson DeChambeau At The Open
Hitting the golf ball a long way is Bryson DeChambeau's thing, but one player outperformed him in the driving distance category during round one of the Open...
By Barry Plummer Published
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Is There Still Hope For Bryson DeChambeau At The Open?
Bryson DeChambeau had a challenging day at the Open Championship, but some of these interesting stats suggest it might not be over for the US Open Champion...
By Barry Plummer Published
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I'm Convinced Justin Thomas Will Win The Open
After a solid opening round, I am completely sold that Justin Thomas can win a third Major Championship title at Royal Troon. Here are three reasons why...
By Barry Plummer Published
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Why Is The Open Winner Called Champion Golfer Of The Year?
Champion Golfer of The Year is a term you will hear a lot over the course of the next few days, but where exactly did it come from and why is it used?
By Barry Plummer Published
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This Fascinating Scorecard Trend Could Reveal What It Takes To Win The Open Championship...
After looking back through the scorecards of previous Open Championship winners, I discovered an interesting trend that could highlight the route to victory
By Barry Plummer Published
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Why Tiger Woods And Other Past Open Champions Shouldn't Be Allowed To Play Until They're 60
With plenty of exciting talent throughout the game of golf, why are we allowing spots to be taken by players who are unlikely to contend year after year...
By Barry Plummer Published
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How Fast Are Open Championship Host Royal Troon's Greens On The Stimpmeter?
Royal Troon is set-up to be tough, with treacherous rough and perilous bunkers, but just how fast will the greens be at the Open host venue?
By Barry Plummer Published
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The Open Championship Betting 2024: Expert Tips And Value Picks
Golf Monthly's betting expert Barry Plummer shares his best outright bets and value picks for the Open Championship at Royal Troon...
By Barry Plummer Published
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LIV Golf vs PGA Tour vs DP World Tour... Which Has The Best Viewing Experience?
With plenty of golf to choose from in the current landscape of the men's professional game, which tour is the best to watch? I believe there's one clear winner...
By Barry Plummer Published
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'Individual Strokeplay Can Be A Lonely Stage To Perform On'... Why We Need More Team Golf In Club Competitions
For many golfers, especially high-handicappers, the endless onslaught of medal after medal can be exasperating – maybe it's time for more team golf...
By Barry Plummer Published
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6 Shrewd Steps To Becoming A More Consistent Golfer
These 6 shrewd steps, shared by a 13-time tour winner and LIV Golf professional, will help to make you more consistent on the golf course...
By Evin Priest Published
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Is It Better To Miss The Green In The Bunker Or Rough? The Data Is Clear Cut...
When assessing options for your next approach shot, this data will help you make better decisions on the 'good' miss and reduce the risk of bringing bogey into play
By Barry Plummer Published
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Pace Of Play Is A Serious Problem On The PGA Tour... And This Data Proves It!
In this experiment, I recorded the time taken to play shots at three PGA Tour events and the data highlighted a clear issue...
By Barry Plummer Published
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I Struggled To Watch An Hour Of DP World Tour Coverage… Here Are 3 Reasons Why It Was So Poor
For many golf fans, the opportunity to watch an hour of live televised golf is a welcome pleasure, but in this case, I wish I hadn't bothered...
By Barry Plummer Published
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5 Sensational Short Game Tips From The European Ryder Cup Captain
The former World No.1 shares 5 expert short game tips so that you can improve your performance on and around the greens...
By Barry Plummer Published
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'My Golf Fitness Handicap Is Almost 20 Shots Better Than My WHS Index'... The Game-Changing Screening All Golfers Should Try
This innovative, golf-specific screening process could help to highlight the root cause of your swing faults and help you to improve your game...
By Barry Plummer Published
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Bryson DeChambeau Just Delivered The Best Major Championship Since Tiger's 2019 Masters Win – Here Are 5 Reasons Why...
Bryson DeChambeau is arguably the most box-office player in golf right now, but what was it that made his US Open win such an instant classic?
By Barry Plummer Published
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'AimPoint Can Be Villainised When People Misunderstand It’ - PGA Pros Defend The Popular Method After Viral Video Lights Up Social Media
With the challenge that the putting surfaces pose at Pinehurst No.2, players are pulling out all the stops to navigate the greens... and so they should!
By Barry Plummer Published
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5 Biggest Hitters At The US Open
Pinehurst No.2 is proving to be devilishly difficult in the early stages of the US Open, but that hasn't stopped some players from crushing it off the tee...
By Barry Plummer Published
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Revealed: The Number Of Birdies You Need To Make To Win The US Open At Pinehurst No.2
Hosting the US Open for a third time, Pinehurst No.2 has more than earned its reputation as a true test of golf, but how many birdies does it take to win there?
By Barry Plummer Published