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

Will LIV have lasting life going forward?

M. James Ward|September 17, 2022|Opinion

Questions abound, answers uncertain

Tom's Time Weiskopf Waits - Hall of Fame decision pending

Weiskopf waits. Why?

M. James Ward|September 8, 2022|Lifestyle

World Golf Hall of Fame inclusion long overdue

My side of the bag

M. James Ward|September 6, 2022|Lifestyle

How to be your own caddie?

Interview with Dr. Raymond Prior

M. James Ward|September 3, 2022|Lifestyle

MindTRAK, Golf Psychology Performance Advisor

Was Mickelson Right?

M. James Ward|August 25, 2022|Opinion

PGA Tour’s latest actions say “yes”

Match play - miracles and misery

Match play — miracles and misery

M. James Ward|August 19, 2022|Opinion

Tiger’s tremendous trio

Ridgewood Returns, Arcola Arrives

M. James Ward|August 17, 2022|Architecture

Garden State gems shine at 122nd U.S. Amateur

LIV Golf - Norman conquest

The Norman conquest

M. James Ward|July 28, 2022|LIV Golf, Opinion

Shark feeding frenzy follows — pro golf blood in water

Interview - Mark Ruhga - Dormie

Interview with Mark Ruhga

M. James Ward|July 21, 2022|Rest of the World, Travel

Chief Operating Officer, Dormie Network

Rory’s dream story flames out

M. James Ward|July 19, 2022|The Open

Augusta awaits in nine months

Open 2022 - Cameron Smith

Cameron Smith captures Claret Jug

M. James Ward|July 18, 2022|The Majors, The Open

Awesome Aussie’s 64 seals deal at 150th Open

Open 2022 - Rory McIlroy

Can Rory’s story end in glory?

M. James Ward|July 17, 2022|The Majors, The Open

150th Open Championship

Open 2022 - Slumbers - LIV

Slumbers sends wake-up call to LIV

M. James Ward|July 16, 2022|The Open

150th Open Championship / St. Andrews

Open 2022 - Past & future

Young feasts on Old Course, Tiger looking old

M. James Ward|July 15, 2022|The Majors, The Open

150th Open Championship / St. Andrews

Pro Golf - Road Ahead

Pro Golf – The Road Ahead

M. James Ward|July 14, 2022|The Open

Monahan’s moves. Can LIV live?

Open 2022 - Xander Schauffele

​”X” marks The Open Championship

M. James Ward|July 13, 2022|The Open

Xander set for first major championship, Claret Jug?

Behind the Architectural Curtain Pt.2

M. James Ward|July 13, 2022|The Open

150th Open Championship, The Old Course at St. Andrews

Architecture - Open - St. Andrews

Behind the Architectural Curtain Pt.1

M. James Ward|July 12, 2022|The Open, The Open

150th Open Championship, The Old Course at St. Andrews

Jack Nicklaus - 1970 Open

1970 Open at St. Andrews – Jack’s springboard

M. James Ward|July 11, 2022|The Open

Dad’s death propelled Golden Bear to greatest heights

Architecture - Nassau CC - NY

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|July 9, 2022|Architecture, Matt Ward's signature holes

Nassau Country Club (1896), Glen Cove, New York