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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'For Those Who Haven't Given Women's Golf A Chance, I Urge You To Think Again'
We consider why there are female golfers who are uninterested in the women's professional game
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What Golf Clothing Does Charley Hull Wear?
Charley Hull has turned heads in 2023 for the quality of her golf and her outfits. We take a look at the golf brand she wears
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Who Is The Tallest Player On The LPGA Tour?
Golfers come in all shapes and sizes, but there are some that stand out because of their height. We take a look at the tallest players on the LPGA Tour
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Why The Proposed LPGA/LET Merger Is Surely A No-Brainer
Ahead of a vote to merge the leading women's golf tours, we believe approval is the best possible outcome
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How Far Does Lexi Thompson Hit Her Driver?
Lexi Thompson is one of the big hitters on the LPGA Tour, so how far does she actually drive the ball?
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10 Things Women Golfers Are Talking About
What are the biggest discussion points with women golfers right now?
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Why The Men-Only TGL Is Missing The Point
The aim of the TGL golf league is to engage with a new audience and grow the game, so we question why no women will be competing
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Our Women's Golf Editor Reveals The Christmas Golf Gifts That Women Actually Want
It's never easy knowing what to buy a female golfer, but our Women's Editor and contributors have some good ideas
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Galvin Green Alina Waterproof Pants Review
We put the Galvin Green waterproof pants to the test to see how they'd handle adverse weather conditions
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Duca del Cosma Olivia Boot Review
Winter golf is just around the corner, so Alison Root put the Duca Del Cosma Olivia golf boot to the test
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Galvin Green Ally Waterproof Jacket Review
Alison Root tests the new Ally waterproof jacket from Galvin Green to see if it is worth the robust price tag.
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'Any Situation That Brings Women's Golf Into The Spotlight Is Always A Positive Thing'
Lexi Thompson's appearance in this week's PGA Tour event should be celebrated, says Alison Root
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Ciganda The Home Hero As Europe Retain Solheim Cup After Thrilling Finale
Europe retained the Solheim Cup at the end of a dramatic day at Finca Cortesin
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Solheim Cup Singles Scores and Live Updates - First Matches Underway At Finca Cortesin
Europe's fightback was epic and Sunday's Singles will be riveting... Can Europe make it 3 in a row?
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Where Is The Solheim Cup In 2024?
As the Solheim Cup returns to be held on even numbered years, we take a look at the 2024 venue
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AIG Women's Open Leaderboard, Live Updates From Walton Heath: Vu Birdies Tough 2nd And Pulls Away From The Field
Fan Favourite Charley Hull, Who Shot 68 On Saturday To Move To -9, Held Joint Overnight Lead With Lilia Vu
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Who Created The Solheim Cup?
The Solheim Cup is one of the most important competitions in the world of women's golf, and here is the history behind its creation
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'Communication Is Key. There Are No Stupid Questions' - Leona Maguire On The Solheim Cup
Ireland's Leona Maguire reflects on her impressive Solheim Cup debut as she prepares for her second appearance
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Exclusive Q&A: Nelly Korda On Solheim Cup, Preferred Partners And Whether It's A 'Must Win'
As team USA prepares to try and win back the Solheim Cup, we spoke to Nelly Korda ahead of her third appearance
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Pathway To Golfing Stardom? Inside The PING Junior Solheim Cup
We examine the evidence supporting the PING Junior Solheim Cup as a ground for cultivating success
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Ping G Le3 Hybrid Review
Is this the best women's hybrid on the market? Alison Root takes the G Le3 onto the course to find out
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Ping G Le3 Irons Review
The new Ping G Le3 irons are designed with slow swing speeds and forgiveness in my mind. Here, Alison Root takes them on the course to see how they stack up
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Ping G Le3 Driver Review
Alison Root takes the new Ping G Le3 driver onto the course and finds out the benefits for those with slower swing speeds
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Ally Ewing Leads AIG Women's Open After Day One
The American shot four-under-par on Thursday at Walton Heath to hold the lead
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