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
Upper Montclair's tradition & the Clifton connection

Upper Montclair’s tradition & the Clifton connection

LPGA Cognizant Founders Cup returns this week

You call yourself a “golfer”? Take the test and see if you are

M. James Ward provides a step-by-step guide for those viewing themselves as a legitimate golfer yet when a deep dive assessment is done may find…

Architecture - Montclair Golf Club

Grade “A” Architecture

Montclair Golf Club (1893), 3rd Nine

Grade “A” Architecture

Liberty National Golf Club, Jersey City, NJ

Ben Ramsour interview

Ben Ramsour interview

Producer & Development Director, EA Sports PGA TOUR, Orlando, Florida

Tiger's Torment

Tiger’s torment

Is the career over for the 15-time major winner? M. James Ward outlines the grim reality the 82 PGA TOUR winner faces and those of…

Beyond Seve's shadow Rahm's resolve

Beyond Seve’s shadow, Rahm’s resolve

When Jon Rahm claimed his second major, he stated how Seve Ballesteros influenced him when growing up. M. James Ward delves into what a Masters…

Architecture - KN Golf Links Cam Ranh

Grade “A” Architecture

KN Golf Links Cam Ranh, Vietnam

Terence To interview

Terence To interview

Vice President of Sales and Marketing, CON.STRUCT. A brand of AW Chang Corporation

2023 Masters - Ten major moments

Ten major moments from the 2023 Masters

The Green Jacket rests on Jon Rahm’s shoulders. Other key developments also took place at Augusta National. M. James Ward provides an overview on the…

The Gunslinger, the Matador & the Amateur

The weekend of the 87th Masters promises a riveting drama with three different types of players in the mix for the coveted Green Jacket. M.…

The dubious tagline in golf

The dubious tagline in golf

Major championships are the ultimate gatekeeper. M. James Ward delves into how this year’s Masters could be the springboard and anchor for the game’s most…

Golf’s next generation “now” here

Past experience has often been a central point in achieving success at The Masters. A new wave of under 30 players has already established a…

Golf’s 18 all-time best dressed players – Part 1

Playing good, looking good doing it

LIV's Easter Sunday Resurrection?

LIV’s Easter Sunday Resurrection?

Optics have always mattered in sports. M. James Ward examines how the success of a LIV player in donning the famed Green Jacket at this…

Master of The Masters

Master of The Masters

M. James Ward examines the role of the Masters Chairman. Why Fred Ridley’s voice reverberates throughout the global golf community and how Augusta’s role has…

Dr. Troy Van Biezen interview

Dr. Troy Van Biezen interview

Director of Strategic Initiatives, GolfForever. Founder of ChiroSport Specialists of Dallas. The man behind the success of world number one golfer and defending Masters champion…

Augusta National - Architectural experts have their say

The experts have their say on all things Augusta National

Golf Today’s M. James Ward was joined by golf architectural specialists to discuss what the 2023 Masters field can expect from this year’s Augusta layout

Ten of the greatest Masters moments

M. James Ward will be covering The Masters from Augusta for Golf Today. As the excitement builds, he selects his ten greatest Masters moments

The Jones Juggernaut

The Jones Juggernaut (1923-1930)

M. James Ward assesses Bob Jones’ competitive career which ended at 28 and how Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods compared at an equal age point