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
Reynolds Lake Oconee 8th

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|November 19, 2022|Architecture, Matt Ward's signature holes

Reynolds Lake Oconee, Greensboro, Georgia, USA

Interview with Björn Sturehed

Interview with Björn Sturehed

M. James Ward|November 17, 2022|Europe, Travel

Club Director / CEO, Landeryds GK, Sweden

Impactful teaching - coaching 2

Impactful teaching / coaching central to game’s health – Part 2

M. James Ward|November 17, 2022|Sustainability

Part 6 – Is Golf’s Future Sustainable?

Impactful teaching - coaching 1

Impactful teaching / coaching central to game’s health – Part 1

M. James Ward|November 17, 2022|Sustainability

Part 6 – Is Golf’s Future Sustainable?

America’s “St. Andrews” Pt.2

M. James Ward|October 28, 2022|Travel

Peerless Pinehurst. World Golf Hall of Fame, U.S. Opens forthcoming

Pinehurst - America's "St. Andrews"

America’s “St. Andrews”

M. James Ward|October 27, 2022|Travel

Peerless Pinehurst. World Golf Hall of Fame, U.S. Opens forthcoming

Part 5 - Water watch - Interview

Is golf’s future sustainable?

M. James Ward|October 18, 2022|Sustainability

Water watch worrisome. Part 2

Is golf sustainable 5

Is golf’s future sustainable?

M. James Ward|October 17, 2022|Sustainability

Water watch worrisome. Part 1

Interview with Fred Fung

Interview with Fred Fung

M. James Ward|October 16, 2022|Rest of the World, Travel

CEO & General Manager Bonita Bay Club, Bonita Springs, Florida

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|October 15, 2022|Architecture, Matt Ward's signature holes

Dedham Country & Polo Club (1887)

Interview with Brit Stenson

M. James Ward|October 14, 2022|Interview, Sustainability

Newly elected President of the American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA)

Interview with Brian Friederichs

Interview with Brian Friederichs

M. James Ward|October 8, 2022|Travel

Founder & CEO Capstone Hospitality

Interview with Bill Hornstein

Interview with Bill Hornstein

M. James Ward|October 5, 2022|Interview

Proprietor Hornstein Creative. Golf photography

Interview with Sam Bairstow

Interview with Sam Bairstow

M. James Ward|October 2, 2022|Interview

Turning professional at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

Interview with Jerry Rizzieri

M. James Ward|September 30, 2022|Interview

President & CEO Mizuho Securities USA. Sponsoring the women’s game

How will NIL partnerships work in golf?

How will NIL partnerships work in golf?

M. James Ward|September 25, 2022|Interview

Q&A with Brian Gorczynski, Managing Partner Transcend Capital Advisors

Behind the Architectural Curtain

M. James Ward|September 23, 2022|Architecture

14th Presidents Cup Matches, Quail Hollow Club

Pathways from the pandemic 7

Pathways from the pandemic – Part 7

M. James Ward|September 22, 2022|Lifestyle

Affiliate Clubs – Golf’s New Launching Pad. Networking, enjoyment, provide meaningful intersection

Interview with Ronan Galvin

Interview with Ronan Galvin

M. James Ward|September 21, 2022|Equipment

CEO & Co-Founder Sunday Golf. Sleek, easy-to-carry Par 3 bags

Grade "A" Architecture - Oconee Course #18

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|September 20, 2022|Architecture, Matt Ward's signature holes, Rest of the World, Travel

Reynolds Lake Oconee, The Oconee Course