Your Ultimate Guide To Women's Golf

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

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There’s never been a better time to celebrate women’s golf. The game is thriving, from rising stars on the global stage to amateurs shaping the sport at every level. Whether you’re new to golf or a seasoned player, there’s so much to be excited about right now, and our Women’s Golf Guide is here to help you enjoy every moment.

We’ll be sharing fresh, inspiring, and practical content dedicated to the women’s game. You can expect expert instruction from our team of female PGA golf professionals, covering everything from the shots women find most difficult, to short game tips, how to improve your iron play, and advice on how to stay in the moment, just like the pros!

We’ll also dive into the latest golf gear, with buying guides to help you find the best clubs and shoes that suit your game. And of course, we know golf fashion is a huge part of the experience, so we’ll be showcasing the most stylish and functional looks from the latest collections that suit different body shapes, plus insight into what women really want from their golf wardrobes.

Throughout the week, we’ll be publishing features that tackle the topics that matter most to female golfers, whether that’s accessibility, inclusivity, or growing the game for the next generation.

New content will be dropping daily, so check back often for fresh reads, product picks, and performance tips. However you play, and wherever you are on your golfing journey, this guide aims to keep you informed and inspired for when you next tee up!

Instruction

Improve Your Iron Shots In Golf: 10 Tips For Better Ball Striking

Lydia Ko hitting an iron shot from the fairway just past impact, with the golf ball and her divot flying out of frame

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The Root Cause Of This Common Golf Swing Fault Occurs Before The Club Even Moves... Let's Fix It NOW!

Katie Dawkins addressing the golf ball on the tee box in a neutral setup position, with an inset image in the style of a zoomed perspective of Katie Dawkins grip on the golf club, which is a common root cause of an overswing in golf

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5 Things All Great Female Golfers Do

Nelly Korda, Lexi Thompson, Lydia Ko, Kathy Whitworth and Annika Sorenstam

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How To Get More Power In Your Golf Swing (And Increase Distance Off The Tee)

Katie Dawkins setup to hit a tee shot with driver on the tee box, with an inset image of Katie Dawkins at the top of her backswing with a fairway wood

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Do You Make These Crucial Changes At Setup When Hitting An Iron Or A Hybrid? So Many Amateurs Get This Wrong...

Sarah Bennett demonstrating the setup changes for an iron shot and a hybrid shot on the golf course, with an inset image of a training aid demonstrating the downward angle of attack required for an iron shot

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7 Biggest Mistakes Women Golfers Make... And How To Fix Them

Katie Dawkins hitting a bunker shot, with an inset image of Katie Dawkins at the top of her backswing with an iron on the driving range and another inset image of Katie Dawkins walking down the fairway carrying her golf bag

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Need A Drill To Fix Your Slice? We've Got You Covered...

Jo Taylor demonstrating a drill to fix a slice, with a headcover under her trail arm to maintain connection throughout the golf swing, with an inset image of the same drill from down the line at address

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Fashion

5 Women Share What They Really Think About Women's Golf Fashion

Rohnisch and Ping spring/summer outfits 2025

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I've Tested Dozens Of Summer Golf Outfits - These 10 Are My Favorites

Alison Root in two outfits

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The Golf Look Everyone Will Be Wearing This Season… And It Starts With These Shoes

Duca del Cosma women's shoes 2025

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

Women's pleats

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Abacus pants

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

Women's fashion 2025

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Why Ping Women's Apparel Is Turning Heads - Including Mine

Ping women's spring/summer 25 apparel

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Equipment

What Driver Loft Should Women Golfers Use?

What Driver Loft Should Women Golfers Use?

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I Thought The Pink Castle Golf Tee Was Perfect... Until This Debate

Driver addressing ball on pink 'castle' tee

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Why Custom Fit Clubs Will Change Your Game For The Better

Custom fitting women

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Replacing Irons And Woods With A Hybrid?... How To Decide The Equivalent Number Loft

3-wood, hybrid, iron

(Image credit: Carly Frost)

Choosing The Right Golf Tech... Should You Go GPS Watch Or Laser Rangefinder?

Carly Cummins using a laser rangefinder

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What Golf Ball Should I Play?

Carly Cummins choosing a golf ball

(Image credit: Carly Cummins)

What's The Difference Between Men's And Women's Golf Clubs

What’s The Difference Between Men’s And Women’s Golf Clubs?

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Features

Is Your Golf Course Failing Women? Here’s What They Notice

Katie Dawkins hitting a driver off the tee

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I Let Nerves Ruin My Golf Game For Years… Here’s What Changed

Two female golfers who have overcome nerves

(Image credit: Katie Dawkins)

I Broke 100 For The First Time And A Change Of Bag Set-Up Helped Me Do It

Genelle Aldred with her scorecard after breaking 100

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'I Never Thought I Was Good Enough' - How A Fashion Shoot Helped A Golf Pro Overcome Self-Doubt

Sophie Madsen

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7 Ways To Tell If Your Golf Coach Is Right For You

Female golfer being given instruction

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'His Knowledge Of Golf Is Insane, But What Surprised Me Was How Artistic And Creative He Is In His Approach' – Golf Broadcaster Henni Zuel On Working Closely With Tiger Woods

Henni Zuel

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7 Things You'll Only Understand If You're A Female Golfer

Carly Cummins hitting an iron shot

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Women’s Golf Uncovered AMA: Ask Us Your Questions About Any Topic Surrounding The Women’s Game

Alison Root

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'There Is A Surprisingly High Proportion Of Players Who Simply Don’t Have A Clue' – The Five Rules I See Most People Struggle With

https://www.golfmonthly.com/features/there-is-a-surprisingly-high-proportion-of-players-who-simply-dont-have-a-clue-the-five-rules-i-see-most-people-struggle-with

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After A Terrible Start, These 5 Mental Game Strategies Helped Me Shoot My Best Score

Jess Ratcliffe

(Image credit: Jess Ratcliffe)

What I Learned After Joining (And Leaving) Multiple Golf Clubs

Genelle Aldred

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'I Could Be Classified As One Of The Lucky Female Golfers, As I’ve Got Small Breasts That Don’t Get In The Way Of My Swing'

How much do breasts influence the golf swing?

(Image credit: Howard Boylan)

5 Surprising Life Lessons I Learned From Golf

Lauren Katims with her husband on the golf course

(Image credit: Lauren Katims)

As A Man Who's Spent Years Around Golf, The Best Round I've Ever Seen Was Played By A Woman

Charley Hull and Lilia Vu

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7 Ways Women Self-Sabotage Their Golf

Golfer Beth reacts to a golf shot with frustration

(Image credit: Kevin Murray)

7 Things That Have Changed In Golf To Make Women Feel They Belong (And 3 Things That Still Need To Change)

Two women playing golf together

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Alison Root
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.

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