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.”
The Behavior Bomb in Golf
Overdue remedial actions needed, escalating implications and concerns only widening
Letter Grades from the 154th Open Championship
The standouts, bystanders and pretenders.
Burns on fire — will he feel the heat or apply it to those chasing him?
Sets middle 36-hole scoring mark, leads by two with final round Sunday.
Jordan’s Journey
Former world number one struggling to stay relevant
DeChambeau uncertain about 3rd round — Friday’s splendid play ends on controversial note
Post round two-shot penalty applied by R&A.
Herbert & Burns climb leaderboard in round two
Matching 62s tie major 18-hole scoring mark.
Jackson who?
Maiden visit to Europe results in first links experience — leads after round one at Royal Birkdale.
McIlroy misfires magnified at short range
Trails by 7 after opening with 72.
Is Bryson back?
Scores first under-par round in a major in 2026.
154th Open at Royal Birkdale starts today
Ten questions needing answers.
True Greatness Shines on the Links
Claret Jug Confirms Credentials.
The most memorable Opens since 2000
Five performances still resonate.
Behind the Architectural Curtain – Royal Birkdale Golf Club – Pt.2
154th Open Championship
Behind the Architectural Curtain – Royal Birkdale Golf Club – Pt.1
154th Open Championship
To Viktor go the spoils
Can Norway’s best golfer hoist Claret Jug for first major at Birkdale?
Summarizing Shinnecock
The magic, moments and misfires at the 126th US Open
Clark “plays big” — goes wire-to-wire for second US Open title
Burns misses key birdie attempts at final two holes
Clark’s play Saturday and Sunday proved pivotal
Why the par-5 16th mattered most?
Scheffler’s sour showing Sunday
Final round failure for world number one.
Clark and Scheffler paired together for final round at Shinnecock Hills
The game plan, possibilities and pathways each face.