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.”
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?
Superman Scheffler soaring – transcending Tiger?
The 2024 PGA Tour season showcased a clear separation for the world-ranked number one and those seeking to chase him down.
Tiger, Tiger – His life, as it’s never been told before
James Patterson book review
Fantastic Finish? Not Exactly.
Can a convoluted system truly bring a satisfactory conclusion to the PGA Tour season?
Grade “A” Architecture – Boston Golf Club
Hingham, Massachusetts, USA
Looking to escape the shadows and emerge
M. James Ward examines the quest to reach golf’s promised land and the heartache for those failing to do so.
Whoa Nelly! Can Korda regain form in Paris with repeat gold?
M. James Ward examines how the top-ranked female golfer is attempting to resurrect early season form with a return to Olympic stardom.
Grade “A” Architecture – Le Golf National
2024 Paris Summer Olympics, Men’s golf competition
Is golf a gold medal Olympic fit?
The Paris Games features a 3rd edition golf competition on both the men’s and women’s side. M. James Ward examines if the inclusion in the…
The 152nd Open – memories made, lasting leaves
M. James Ward outlines the central storylines from this year’s final major championship and the ripples cast going forward.
The five best modern Open championship players
M. James Ward outlines the greatest champions of links golf since World War II