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

Grade “A” Architecture
Reynolds Lake Oconee, The Oconee Course

Will LIV have lasting life going forward?
Questions abound, answers uncertain

Weiskopf waits. Why?
World Golf Hall of Fame inclusion long overdue

My side of the bag
How to be your own caddie?

Interview with Dr. Raymond Prior
MindTRAK, Golf Psychology Performance Advisor
Was Mickelson Right?
PGA Tour’s latest actions say “yes”
Match play — miracles and misery
Tiger’s tremendous trio

Ridgewood Returns, Arcola Arrives
Garden State gems shine at 122nd U.S. Amateur

The Norman conquest
Shark feeding frenzy follows — pro golf blood in water

Interview with Mark Ruhga
Chief Operating Officer, Dormie Network
Rory’s dream story flames out
Augusta awaits in nine months

Cameron Smith captures Claret Jug
Awesome Aussie’s 64 seals deal at 150th Open

Can Rory’s story end in glory?
150th Open Championship

Slumbers sends wake-up call to LIV
150th Open Championship / St. Andrews

Young feasts on Old Course, Tiger looking old
150th Open Championship / St. Andrews

Pro Golf – The Road Ahead
Monahan’s moves. Can LIV live?
”X” marks The Open Championship
Xander set for first major championship, Claret Jug?
Behind the Architectural Curtain Pt.2
150th Open Championship, The Old Course at St. Andrews

Behind the Architectural Curtain Pt.1
150th Open Championship, The Old Course at St. Andrews