M. James Ward

Written by M. James Ward

A long-time member of both the GWAA and MGWA. The 68-year-old has covered all facets in golf since 1980 — including reporting on over 100 major championships and 13 Ryder Cup matches. His writings have appeared in various outlets. On a personal level, has played over 2,000 courses globally and is lead reviewer for Top 100 Golf Courses.  Previously served for 17 years as national course rating panelist for Golf Digest. Has also personally competed in USGA Championships. Resides in the metro New York City area with his wife Celeste. Favorite quote paraphrased for golf — "You are what your golf score says you are."
M. James Ward
Premium Brown Leather Portfolio Bag for Professionals, Aaron Leather Goods, Inc.

Sadaat Faruqui interview

Business Partner, Aaron Leather Goods, Inc.

Patrick Reed of the United States acknowledges the crowd after winning the Qatar Masters 2026

Reed’s resounding resurrection

Golf’s “bad boy” bounces back.

Sea Pines Resort, Atlantic Dunes

Grade “A” Architecture – Atlantic Dunes at Sea Pines Resort

The rebuit course was thoughtfully designed to evoke a seaside ambience and respect the surrounding environment.

Justin Rose

Rose in full boom

Wire-to-wire record performance at Torrey Pines.

Sara Bay Country Club Hole 11

Grade “A” Architecture – Sara Bay CC

A Donald Ross design located in Sarasota, FL.

Scottie Scheffler carded a closing 65 in the US PGA Championship

The Scheffler Surge – the beat goes on

3rd golfer to secure 20 PGA Tour wins before age 30.

The PGA Show signage during the PGA Show at Orange County Convention Center on Wednesday, January 21, 2026

2026 PGA Show — promising pathways

Orlando gathering garners largest post pandemic turnout.

The Golf Ball in Blue - Par Bleu towels

Nancy O. Massimino interview

Founder Par Bleu Golf, golf towels that combine style, personality, and function.

Chamelo eyewear

Reid Covington interview

CEO & CMO Chamelo. Eyewear that adapts to light and lifestyle with a single touch. 

RareShot Golf balls

Brandon Fischer interview

Founder & CEO, RareShot Golf. Bringing blind box collectibles to golf.

Suki polo detail

Susi Proudman interview

Founder & CEO, Williams Athletic Club

SnapSwing&#x2122

Richard Vickery interview

CEO of SnapSwing™. A Bluetooth shutter button mounted to your club that lets you start and stop your phone or camera recordings with a press.

Tortoise

Terminating the Tortoise Torture Trail

Fast lane golf is hardly a reality — what’s needed going forward?

ArborLinks in Nebraska City, Nebraska

Zach Peed interview

President, Dormie Network

Winning & losing on Netflix

Relevance and irrelevance – pro golf’s grand canyon

The unpredictable competitive time clock now ticks even faster.

An aerial of the 185 yards par 3, sixth hole 'Harry Colt's' on the Dunluce Links

Golf’s biggest newsmakers in 2025 Pt.2

Memorable moments, mystifying misfires, meaningful matters.

Shane Lowry, Tommy Fleetwood, Robert MacIntyre, Rasmus Hojgaard, Tyrrell Hatton, Justin Rose, Captain Luke Donald, Jon Rahm, Sepp Straka, Matt Fitzpatrick, Ludvig Aberg, Rory McIlroy, and Viktor Hovland of Team Europe pose with the Ryder Cup after winning the 2025 Ryder Cup on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park

Golf’s biggest newsmakers in 2025 Pt.1

The memorable moments, the mystifying misfires.

Alma Mater golf shoes

Eric Sarin interview

CEO and Co-Founder, Alma Mater Footwear

Black Jack's Crossing, Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa, Lajitas, TX Hole #13, 167 yd. Par 3

The Finicky Golfer – Lajitas Golf Resort

Lanny Wadkins’ dramatic design winds through rock canyons and dry washes.

Francis Byrne Golf Course #2 Drone

Grade “A” Architecture – Francis Byrne Golf Course

Located in West Orange, NJ — opened in 1928