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.”
DeChambeau — McIlroy Part 2
Will Pinehurst fireworks rekindle at Augusta National?
Rahm’s reckoning revealed
Former world number one now Masters bystander.
Can Rose finally bloom at Augusta?
Scores 65 in opening round. The Masters 2025
McIlroy’s mystifying mental meltdown
Drops four shots in final four holes in opening round.
Steady start for Scheffler
World number one just four shots back.
Scheffler, McIlroy lead way, others eyeing green jacket
89th Masters Underway.
The making of the Masters
Behind the camera — Augusta National and CBS
Green jacket or straightjacket?
No tailor needed – the top five Augusta non-winners.
Short on length, long on fun
Master’s par-3 contest resonates with players, family and patrons.
ANGC storyline, changing past, forging new beginnings
Masterful maestro – Fred Ridley.
Golf’s best gathering in Augusta this week
Storylines to watch at the 89th Masters
Opening jitters front and center
Augusta National’s 1st hole — no cup of tea
Bring appetite and green jacket to enter
Limited seating at Masters champions dinner
Langer’s lasting legacy
Auf Wiedersehen Bernhard
Bob Jones – Master of the Masters
The sum total of who Bob Jones was went beyond his considerable skills with golf clubs.
Behind the Architectural Curtain – Masters / 2025
Five leading architects share their thoughts relating to the Masters and to the existing Augusta National course layout.
Behind the Architectural Curtain – Masters / 2025 Pt.2
Five leading architects share their thoughts relating to the Masters and to the existing Augusta National course layout.
Colin Read interview
Co-Founder and CEO, Whoosh. Advanced reservation and operations software to manage everything from the course to the clubhouse.
Drip by drip – golf’s pending water crisis
Uncertain future, mounting challenges lie ahead.
Casey Shultz interview
Senior Product Manager, Cleveland Golf. Selecting the correct wedge for your game.