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.”
Weather or not, The Open starts today!
Since its inception in 1860, golf’s oldest major event has always intersected with Mother Nature and the vagaries she has seen fit to inflict. M.…
Will the penultimate hole prove decisive?
This week’s Open Championship at Royal Liverpool will include a devilish par-3 in the 17th hole slot. M. James Ward reached out to a discerning…
Ten to watch at Royal Liverpool
The 151st Open Championship commences Thursday. M. James Ward outlines the key players who expect to contend this week with only one golfer going home…
Behind the Architectural Curtain – Royal Liverpool Golf Club Pt.2
151st Open Championship. M. James ward talked to representatives from Mackenzie & Ebert who were hired to assist in updating the course.
The Lore of Links Golf
The Open Championship is annually played at a seaside club. M. James Ward examines the role links golf continues to play at the highest of…
Behind the Architectural Curtain – Royal Liverpool Golf Club Pt.1
151st Open Championship. M. James ward talked to representatives from Mackenzie & Ebert who were hired to assist in updating the course.
Rashmi Hudson Interview
Founder / Inventor Alltimate 3-in-1 Travel System
Michael Napoleon, PGA interview
President SuperSpeed Golf, LLC
Robert Davis III interview
PGA of America Master Professional, Director of Golf, PGA Learning and Performance Center at Yalong Bay GC, Sanya, China
The Langer legacy
The German’s U.S. Senior Open win elevates him to top position as the all-time winner on the Champions Tour. M. James Ward explains the magical…
Is courtship with LIV in LPGA’s future?
The recent announcement of the PGA TOUR and LIV aligning together has caused a major upheaval in men’s professional golf. M. James Ward reviews the…
Off and Ruoning
Top ranked women players were AWOL at Baltusrol but a 20-year-old from China stole the show from a blooming Rose and other pursuers. M. James…
Can Zhang’s sequel surpass original?
Winning in her debut performance just two weeks ago, Rose Zhang demonstrated a clear superstar persona for women’s professional golf. M. James Ward examines the…
Baltusrol’s formidable gauntlet, women’s best face crucial opening test?
For the first time since 1985, Baltusrol Golf Club will serve as host for the finest female professional golfers. M. James Ward examines how the…
Riviera lands 2031 U.S. Open
The venerable design annually hosts the Genesis Invitational on the PGA TOUR and will now stage its fourth major event in club history. M. James…
How Wyndham won and Rory’s same old story
The conclusion of the 123rd U.S. Open at The Los Angeles Country Club featured two men seeking the same prize. M. James Ward reviews how…
Will Rory’s LACC story finally end in glory?
The four-time major winner’s quest to end his winless streak in majors has been analbatross around McIlroy’s neck since 2014. M. James Ward outlines how…
Hooray for Hollywood, not at LACC!
Membership at private clubs in the USA are renowned for their exclusivity and privacy. M. James Ward delves into LACC and the dark veil on…
Golf’s “other” ticking time bomb
The staging of this week’s U.S. Open at LACC pushed aside momentarily the pending marriage of the PGA TOUR and LIV. M. James Ward examines…
Is Rickie Ready?
After a dramatic free-fall from the top of the golf pecking order Fowler flew high with Thursday’s opening round of 62 in the U.S. Open.…