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
Collin Morikawa looks over the ninth green during the first round at the 2022 U.S. Open

Morikawa’s Magic

Seeks 3rd major, shares lead at halfway point

Can Rory's story end well

Can Rory’s story end well at TCC?

Shadows of Southern Hills linger for now

Nine storylines at the Country Club

122nd U.S. Open starts today

Architecture - George Wright GC

Grade “A” Architecture

George Wright Golf Course, Boston, MA

Correct course set-up critical

USGA’s annual hot seat: Correct course set-up critical

2022 U.S. Open / The Country Club

Behind the Architectural Curtain Pt.2

122nd U.S. Open Championship

America's Top Sports City?

America’s Top Sports City?

Boston’s best better than all others now

Architecture - US Open 2022

Behind the Architectural Curtain Pt.1

122nd U.S. Open Championship

Interview with Marcus Kraus

Interview with Marcus Kraus

Founder & CEO Dragon Golf

Sand Hills Supreme

Nebraska gem is Earth’s pathway to golfing Heaven

USGA admits LIV players to Open at TCC

Will PGA Tour Commissioner Monahan act?

Architecture - Muskogee GC - Oklahoma

Grade “A” Architecture

Muskogee Golf Club, Muskogee, Oklahoma

Interview - DJ Zabkar - FootJoy

Interview with DJ Zabkar

Senior Product Manager Gloves, FootJoy

Interview - Dr Bern Bernacki

Interview with Dr. Bern Bernacki

President Golf Heritage Society

PGA Championship - Justin Time

Justin Time

Overcomes 7-shot deficit, claims 2nd Wannamaker

PGA Championship - Tiger's task

Tiger’s task

When relevant becomes irrelevant?

A future U.S. Open for Southern Hills?

2022 PGA Championship

Interview - Chris Nowak - PGA HOPE

Interview with Chris Nowak

Veteran & Military Liaison PGA of America

"Mayday" rescued the PGA

How a “Mayday” rescued the PGA

Texas becoming new ground zero for golf

USGA admits LIV players to Open at TCC

Mickelson MIA for the PGA

What will Phil do next?