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

Milton Segarra interview

President & CEO of Discover The Palm Beaches, Palm Beach County’s official tourism marketing agency.

Grade “A” Architecture – Panther National

11th Hole, Par-5, 654 to 486 Yards

Wishing Woods Well

Tiger’s walk-off at Riviera shows he can no longer compete at the elite level.

Grade "A" Architecture - Valencia CC

Grade “A” Architecture – Valencia CC

1st Hole, 548 Yards, Par-5, Valencia, California

Tony Chateauvert interview

Tony Chateauvert interview

General Manager & Head Professional at Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, Palm Beach, Florida, USA

Nadia & Colin O’Connor interview

CEO and Founder & Co-Founder of Coconads, women’s golf clothing that blends fashion with function.

Doug Coors interview - Edel

Doug Coors interview

Owner of Edel Golf, custom fitted golf clubs designed to improve your game.

71st PGA Show jumpstarts 2024 season

71st PGA Show jumpstarts 2024 season

Potential opportunities abound, lingering challenges remain.

Orville A. T. (Tommy) Turnquest interview

CEO Jack’s Bay Club & Resort, Greencastle, The Bahamas

Ten questions needing answers in 2024

Ten questions needing answers in 2024

Golf’s new year curtain is about to be raised.

Think you love golf?

Think you love golf?

See what one man’s passion accomplished.

Michael Atkinson Q&A

Director of Oltomo & co-author of ‘Golfland Scotland’

Interview with Kristopher Drey

Interview with Kristopher Drey

Founder & CEO of The Byrd, LLC, helping golfers focus on their game with clothing and accessories to keep them organized.

The ten top newsmakers for 2023

Each moved the needle – now what lies ahead?

Inaugural World Champions Cup set

Inaugural World Champions Cup set

Els, Furyk and Clarke lead respective teams

Grade "A" Architecture - Sentosa

Grade “A” Architecture – Sentosa

Serapong Course, Singapore

Alan Victor interview

CEO & President of Jack Victor, a men’s fashion business headquartered in Montreal.

PGA REACH at the New York Marathon

PGA REACH at the New York Marathon

Supporting youth, veterans and diverse populations in golf

Grade "A" Architecture - The Concession Golf Club

Grade “A” Architecture – The Concession Golf Club

The emergence of the short par-4 in modern golf design has been a fascinating addition.

Michael J. Benkusky interview

Michael J. Benkusky interview

Owner, Michael J. Benkusky, Inc. – Golf Course Architecture, President, American Society of Golf Course Architects