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.”
Kate Korngold interview
Founder of Featherie, a performance golf apparel line focused on female teen golfers.
Is Golf’s Titanic Looming Ahead?
The coming ball rollback features many implications – will smooth sailing or iceberg filled waters await?
Casey Shultz interview
Senior Product Manager, Cleveland Golf
Grade “A” Architecture – St Enodoc Golf Club
The compelling layout provides a scenic panorama.
Brian Costello interview
Principal, JMP Golf Design Group. President, American Society of Golf Course Architects, 2024-2025
Grade “A” Architecture – Reynolds Lake Oconee
The “new” holes on the Richland Course provide a far different presentation than much of the golf found at Reynolds Lake Oconee.
The “Finicky Golfer” – “Richland” at Reynolds Lake Oconee
The “new” Richland Course is the latest addition to the engaging portfolio, multiple-courses elevating the Georgia-based facility to an even higher profile.
Sam Hahn interview
CEO L.A.B. Golf. Lie Angle Balance (L.A.B.) is a patented technology that simplifies putting.
Angie Jepsen interview
Interim Vice President of Sales, Services & Sports, Visit Albuquerque
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.
Golf’s ground floor rising
Municipal golf matters more than ever and one Southwestern USA community provides an engaging program.
Grade “A” Architecture – Knickerbocker Country Club
The New Jersey club is in the process of being updated by Jaeger Kovich and superintendent Kyle Hillegass.
Q&A with Sean Cain
Director of Operations/ Director of Instruction at The Kingdom at Reynolds Lake Oconee
Sam Goulden interview
Founder MNML Golf and MNML Golf Club
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.
Masashi (Marcy) Kamoda interview
CEO & Co-Founder PROTOCONCEPT GOLF. Offering amateurs the opportunity to play with prototypes previously exclusive to golf professionals.
The “Finicky Golfer” – Tamarack CC
Are you a connoisseur of engaging golf designs? M. James Ward provides a discerning architectural roadmap for golf that stirs the blood and honors your…
You’re a golfer – right? Well, not exactly.
The sport has seen a clear uptick in interest. Do you simply play golf or merit the more prestigious tagline – golfer?
What’s the story with Rory?
Stuck on four major wins since 2014. A decade later the mystifying misfires are multiplying.
PGA Tour and LIV aim for marriage, hurdles to clear remain significant
Discussions ramped up last week in New York but is the pathway ahead promising or a sure highway to hell?