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
Robert MacIntyre (pictured) heads into the US Open on the back of his maiden PGA Tour victory in Canada

MacIntyre’s Misfire

Juvenile actions unacceptable at Augusta — time to grow up.

Scottie Scheffler

McIlroy’s magic versus Scheffler’s superman

Battle lines drawn. Solo supremacy sought. Both men engaged. Top spot at golf’s pinnacle peak on the line.

Tiger Woods

Project Tiger – The birth of genius and the price of greatness

M. James Ward reviews Gavin Newsham’s new book on Woods’ early years.

Historic Showdown at The Masters

Rahm’s reconciliation – ruse versus reality

Promising pathway possible, but does Spaniard have eyes and mind truly open?

Cameron Smith

Golf’s Invisible Man

Will Cameron Smith reappear at Augusta this week?

Tiger Woods endured a frustrating first day at the Open

Out of the Woods? Hardly so for Tiger.

Series of car crashes raises key questions and uncertain future.

Brian Rolapp

Rolapp’s resolute resolve

Key PGA Tour stakeholders face new pathway.

US PGA Championship in doubt following recommendations

The Nicklaus / Woods debate

The G.O.A.T. in golf — who is it?

Team Europe Captain Luke Donald sits for an interview with his team after winning the 2025 Ryder Cup on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park

Luke’s Lasting Legacy

Englishman named 2027 Euro Ryder Cup Captain. Looks to win unprecedented third consecutive match.

The “great” debate

Overstated, overrated, overused.

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.

Justin Rose

Rose in full boom

Wire-to-wire record performance at Torrey Pines.

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.

Tortoise

Terminating the Tortoise Torture Trail

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

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.

Bryson DeChambeau of Team United States hits his shot on the fifth hole during the 2025 Ryder Cup on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park

The Ryder Cup needs updating

Specific improvements can add even more thrills.

Bethpage Black will host the 2025 Ryder Cup. Jole 5

Bethpage Bound

Yesterday, today and tomorrow.