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

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

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