
Carly Cummins
Carly Frost is one of the golf industry’s best-known female writers, having worked for golf magazines for over 20 years. As a consistent three-handicapper who plays competitive club golf at Parkstone and the Isle of Purbeck courses in Dorset every week, Carly is well-versed in what lady golfers love. Her passion for golf and skill at writing combine to give her an unbeatable insight into the ladies game.
Carly’s role at Golf Monthly is to help deliver thorough and accurate ladies equipment reviews, buying advice and comparisons to help you find exactly what you are looking for. So whether it’s the latest driver, set of irons, golf ball, pair of shoes or even an outfit, Carly will help you decide what to buy. Over the years she has been fortunate to play some of the greatest courses in the world, ranking Sea Island, Georgia, USA, among her favourite golf resorts. Carly's aptly-named son Hogan is already hitting the ball as far as mum and will undoubtedly be a name to watch out for in the future. Carly is a keen competitor and her list of golfing achievements are vast. She is a former winner of the South West of England Ladies Intermediate Championship, a three-time winner of the European Media Masters and she once beat an entire start-sheet of men to the title of Times Corporate World Golf Champion. She has played for both the Dorset and Surrey County Ladies first teams and is known for her excellent track record at matchplay.
Carly holds the ladies course record (68) at her home club Parkstone and her lowest competition round (seven-under-par 65) was carded in the pro-am of the Irish Ladies Open at Killeen Castle, playing alongside Solheim Cup superstar Anna Nordqvist. Although her current handicap index has crept up to 3.7 since Covid she has her sights firmly set on achieving that elusive scratch handicap and hopefully playing for her country when she’s 50.
Carly’s current What's In The Bag?
Driver: Callaway Epic Max, 10.5°
Fairway wood: TaylorMade SIM2, 15°
Hybrids: Titleist TS2, 19°, 21°, 24°
Irons: Mizuno JPX900, 5-PW
Wedges: Cleveland RTX, 52°, 56° and 58°
Putter: Scotty Cameron Futura X5
Ball: 2021 Callaway Ladies SuperSoft
Latest articles by Carly Cummins
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Strata Ultimate Titanium Women’s Set vs Callaway Reva Ladies Package Set: Read our head-to-head verdict
We put two of our favorite package sets for ladies up against eachother to see which comes out on top
By Carly Frost Published
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7 Solheim Cup Controversies Through The Years
They are few and far between, but we take a look at the most contentious moments in Solheim Cup history
By Carly Frost Published
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Who Have Been The AIG Women’s Open Past Low Amateur Winners?
We take a look at the auspicious list of names among the past champions of the low amateur title
By Carly Frost Published
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How Do You Qualify For The AIG Women’s Open?
We take a look at the qualification process for the AIG Women's Open
By Carly Frost Published
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Why Does The Women's Game Have Five Majors?
We take a look at the history behind the changes in the women's professional game
By Carly Frost Published
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What Are The Five Women's Majors?
The five major championships in women's professional golf
By Carly Frost Published
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How To Get Tickets For The AIG Women's Open
The AIG Women's Open is the UK's showcase event. Combining fantastic golf and a new-look festival village, the 2023 edition is expected to be the best one yet
By Carly Frost Published
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Best Women's Golf Rangefinders
We run through the best laser rangefinders for women currently on the market in this guide
By Carly Cummins Published
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Are You Afraid Of Medal Rounds?
Long-time club member Carly Frost discusses why she feels the attitude to playing in medals has changed dramatically among women to the most dreaded format
By Carly Frost Published
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Doing Things Differently - The PXG Story
Carly Frost travels to Scottsdale, Arizona, to find out from billionaire PXG owner Bob Parsons how the forward-thinking brand is making big waves in the industry
By Carly Frost Published
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Why I'm Thankful My Dad Got Me Into Golf
Carly Frost started playing golf because of her dad and has been thankful he introduced her to the game, but for many young women it’s not the case
By Carly Frost Published
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7 Things Golf Clubs Could Improve For Women
Carly Frost considers the simple ways in which golf clubs can be more female-friendly
By Carly Frost Published
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What Driver Loft Should Women Golfers Use?
Carly Frost dispels the myth that all women golfers should use a high-lofted driver
By Carly Frost Published
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PXG 0311 P Gen6 Iron Review
Carly Frost tests the latest players' distance iron from PXG that claims to possess the thinnest forged face in golf
By Carly Frost Published
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Why Custom Fit Clubs Will Change Your Game For The Better
Carly Frost explains why investing in a set of golf clubs that are custom fit can bring dramatic improvements to your game
By Carly Frost Published
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PXG 0311 XF Gen6 Driver Review
Carly Frost gets fitted for the Gen6 PXG driver to see if it could unlock extra performance versus what's in her bag
By Carly Frost Published
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'Fewer And Fewer Members Want To Take It On' - The Dying Role Of The Lady Captain
To be Lady Captain was always a real honour, but now it seems more and more clubs are struggling to attract women to the role
By Carly Frost Published
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Odyssey White Hot Versa 3T S Putter Review
Carly Frost takes the new Versa mid mallet putter for a spin on the course to see if it could help her hole more putts
By Carly Frost Published
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Odyssey White Hot Versa 12 S Putter Review
Carly Frost tests the new Odyssey White Hot Versa 12 S putter to see what feel and performance golfers can expect
By Carly Frost Published
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'The Ageing Population Of Plus-Size Female Golfers Need To Be Catered For'
Plus-size players are a growing market that’s underserved by the golf industry, as Carly Frost finds out from PGA coach Nicola Stroud
By Carly Frost Published
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What Shaft Flex Should Women Use?
Carly Frost explains the importance of golf club's shaft and why no one-size-fits-all
By Carly Frost Published
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How Hybrids Can Transform Your Game
Single figure golfer Carly Frost provides a simple guide to hybrids and explains why these clubs are a real game-changer
By Carly Cummins Published
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Are You An (Unintentional) Golf Cheat?
Carly Frost explains why golfers may be breaking the rules without even realising it
By Carly Frost Published
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Why Paige Spiranac Was Right To Tackle Sexist Golf Post
This week was another sad reminder that sexism still exists in golf
By Carly Frost Published