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.”
Grade “A” Architecture – Arcola Country Club
Arcola CC came into being as the surge of golf course construction in the US was ramping up in the earliest years of the 20th…
Jeanine Farucci interview
Vice President of Global Brand Marketing at Cole Haan, a global lifestyle brand known for blending timeless style, innovative design and all-day comfort.
The Finicky Golfer – Montclair Golf Club
Donald Ross crafted 27 holes on a property that provides for nearly 300 feet of elevation change from the clubhouse.
George Peper interview
‘The Best Logos in Golf’, published in 2026, is a comprehensive ranking and history of 100 of golf’s most iconic club emblems.
Grade “A” Architecture – The Patterson Club
An early Robert Trent Jones, Sr. design recently updated by Jaeger Kovich.
Grade “A” Architecture – Montclair Golf Club
Opened in 1893, the club is among the oldest in the United States.
Brian Lohman interview
President, Bobby Jones
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