Written by M. James Ward


The Ryder Cup needs updating
Specific improvements can add even more thrills.

Bethpage Bound
Yesterday, today and tomorrow.

How high will “Superman” Scheffler soar?
Forecasts face fickle future.

Bradley’s conundrum for Bethpage
To play or not to play — Keegan’s question?

Tommy’s “fleeting” finishes
What’s ahead – good and bad?

Scheffler secures top ten finish but much more was possible
Poor putting, wayward driving emerges at Oakmont.

Letter grades from the 107th PGA Championship
Highlighting the contenders and pretenders from Quail Hollow.

Time to shine, not whine
Be a stud — not a dud on mud.

Women’s pro golf — is lasting liftoff likely?
Miles driven, miles to go.

Rahm’s reckoning revealed
Former world number one now Masters bystander.

Drip by drip – golf’s pending water crisis
Uncertain future, mounting challenges lie ahead.

Tiger’s time terminated
When there is doubt – there is no doubt

Japan’s rising son
Matsuyama’s magical moment at Kapalua produced the lowest score in relation to par for a 72-hole PGA Tour event.

Christmas presents come early for USA Ryder Cup members
Bethpage bound – “It’s all about bucks, kid, the rest is conversation.”

25 questions needing answers in 2025 Pt.3
A new golf year means intriguing possibilities, clear challenges and perilous possible pitfalls.

25 questions needing answers in 2025 Pt.2
A new golf year means intriguing possibilities, clear challenges and perilous possible pitfalls.

25 questions needing answers in 2025 Pt.1
A new golf year means intriguing possibilities, clear challenges and perilous possible pitfalls

Is Golf’s Titanic Looming Ahead?
The coming ball rollback features many implications – will smooth sailing or iceberg filled waters await?

Fabulous Fazio, nearly 80-years-young, still going strong
Revolutionized golf architecture in reaping mega-dollars for clients and creating an array of visually appealing courses captivating players.

2025 Ryder Cup – questions abound, answers evolving
Captains Keegan Bradley and Luke Donald will lead the respective teams. M. James Ward outlines the key topics ahead.