Written by M. James Ward


Should Gooch have gotten PGA Smooch?
M. James Ward examines how the self-centered player arrives at Valhalla and why the expectations are now squarely on his shoulders this week.

Behind the Architectural Curtain – 106th PGA Championship Pt.2
Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Ben Polland interview
PGA Director of Golf, Shooting Star, Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Behind the Architectural Curtain – 106th PGA Championship Pt.1
Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, Kentucky, USA

When Woods became “the” Tiger
M. James Ward outlines how winning the PGA Championship 25 years ago became the springboard for winning seven of the next 11 major events.

Club pros yes, 20 spots no
M. James Ward examines the importance in maintaining club pros for the flagship event of the PGA of America but adds that total should be reduced…

Full Bloom Rose in Garden State Win
M. James Ward outlines how a new superstar is emerging in women’s professional golf and what that portends for the sport.

John G. Ballard interview
Certified Golf Course Superintendent, Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, KY, USA – 2024 PGA Championship,

Head-scratching hiccups, the USGA, R&A flip-flop
M. James Ward examines why rule-making organisations failed to act in a timely manner and then abandoned an initial rollback solution more suitable for recreational…
Grade “A” Architecture – Lough Erne Resort
Faldo Course, Co. Fermanagh, Enniskillen, Northern Ireland,

Grade “A” Architecture – Bobby Jones Golf Club
Sarasota, Florida, USA

Scheffler still sizzling, PGA Championship looming
After winning the RBC following a second Masters triumph, M. James Ward outlines the monster year now in motion for the firmly entrenched number one…

Simon Millington interview
CEO Golf Brands Inc.

Scheffler’s seismic shock waves
Golf’s sheriff reinforced his position as the game’s best. M. James Ward reviews what lies ahead for the two-time Masters champion and can the competition…

Grades at the 88th Masters
The first major of the year produced an interesting mixture of highs and lows. M. James Ward assigns grades across the board from this year’s…

How Swede it is!
The name Ludvig Åberg may not be recognized as an up and coming pro golfer — just yet. M. James Ward reviews the near stunning play of…

Casey Schultz interview
Senior Product Manager Cleveland Golf. Wedge selection & fitting
Morikawa’s “moving day”
Saturday’s third round generally features advancements by various players. M. James Ward outlines the only golfer who did so and what a green jacket can…

“Oh wow” Verne!
Long-time Masters announcer calls 40th and final Masters today. M. James Ward reviews his most memorable calls at Augusta.

Scottie saves his round – and tournament
A roller-coaster round for the world’s best player. M. James Ward examines how Scheffler stopped the bleeding and holds the lead going into Sunday’s final…