Staff WriterCarly Telford may have spent years commanding her penalty area with the poise of a seasoned Lioness, but these days, it’s fairways and greens that have captured her competitive heart.
The former England goalkeeper has revealed how iGolf has not only helped her pick up the sport but fall head over heels for it.
“When I first picked up a golf club, I’ll be honest – it felt intimidating,” says Carly Telford. “Coming from a background in professional sport, I’ve always loved the buzz of competition and the satisfaction of seeing small improvements add up to something bigger.”
Golf can do that to anyone. One moment you’re awkwardly gripping a 7-iron like it’s a cricket bat, the next you’re chasing that one sweetly-struck shot for weeks.
For Telford, who’s accustomed to elite sporting environments, the biggest challenge wasn’t talent—it was time.
“But with golf, I wasn’t sure how to get started or how I would fit it into my already busy schedule. That’s where iGolf has been such a game-changer for me,” she explains.
Unlike traditional club membership, iGolf offers flexibility—a rare commodity for anyone juggling training, travel, and work commitments. “What I love most about iGolf is the flexibility it gives me. With training, travel, and work commitments, I needed something that would allow me to play on my own terms,” she adds.
With iGolf, Carly Telford has found a way to structure the game around her lifestyle. One week it’s a casual nine holes with friends, the next it’s a full round—each time with a Handicap Index™ keeping track of her progress. “Having that benchmark has been hugely motivating and has helped me see how far I’ve come,” she says.
Telford believes this flexible, welcoming approach is exactly what’s needed to bring more women into the sport. “For women in particular, the right environment, encouragement, and opportunities to play can make all the difference,” she says.
And she’s not just talking about scorecards and handicaps. “Beyond the numbers, iGolf has given me confidence. It’s not just about lowering your handicap, it’s about enjoying the game more because you feel part of something bigger.
Knowing I can measure my progress, challenge myself, and still keep the fun and social side of the game, has made golf an important part of my life.”
That personal transformation is why Carly Telford is backing iGolf’s new “It’s Your Game” campaign, designed to inspire female golfers to share their own stories. “For me, it’s been the freedom, the flexibility, and the personal challenge that keeps me coming back.
For someone else, it might be the friendships, the fresh air, or the joy of hitting that one perfect shot. Golf means something different to everyone – and that’s the beauty of it.”
With iGolf, she believes the door is wide open: “With iGolf, you can shape the game around your lifestyle, improve at your own pace, and become part of a community of players doing exactly the same.
So, if you’ve ever thought about giving golf a try, there’s never been a better time to pick up a club, find your rhythm, and tell your own story. It’s your game after all.”
For a woman who’s stood between the posts at the highest level, it seems golf has found a new way to get under her skin—this time for all the right reasons.
