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."


Interview with Dan Mechem
CEO NextLinks, Santa Ana, California

Who follows Stricker and Harrington?
What happens in Italy ’23 and beyond?

Why USA won?
2021 Ryder Cup Matches

Why Europe lost?
2021 Ryder Cup Matches

Sustaining golf, the Sunset Hills way
2021 Ryder Cup / Whistling Straits
Ryder Cup Renaissance
Spirit of “The Concession” honored at Whistling Straits

The Kohler Kingdom – Wisconsin’s Wonder
2021 Ryder Cup Matches

Fathoming foursomes
2021 Ryder Cup / Whistling Straits

Interview with Michael Brown
Chief Operating Officer, Galway Bay

Behind the Architectural Curtain
2021 Ryder Cup / Whistling Straits
Harrington’s hellacious headache
2021 Ryder Cup / Whistling Straits
From caddie to head of golf operations
2021 Ryder Cup / Whistling Straits

Stricker turns page – Favors youth over experience
2021 Ryder Cup Matches / Whistling Straits

Cantlay conquers DeChambeau – Finally
Putting prowess prevails over power

Memo to Phil — Give it a rest
Brouhaha unnecessary from ’21 PGA Champ
Sergio surging suddenly
2021 BMW Championship

Memo to Phil — Give it a rest
Brouhaha unnecessary from ’21 PGA Champ
DeChambeau’s dilemma — and opportunity
Leads BMW Championship at halfway mark

Grade “A” Architecture
Caves Valley Golf Club, Maryland – BMW Championship

Finau Finally
Outlasts Rahm and Smith down the stretch