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
John Ashworth

John Ashworth interview

M. James Ward|July 2, 2025|Apparel

Creative Director, Ashworth Golf Company

Stateline 5-Pocket Pant

Greg Oakley interview

M. James Ward|July 1, 2025|Apparel, Interview

CEO & Co-Founder Turtleson, premium apparel that blends performance and luxury

Golf VX

Kyu Choi interview

M. James Ward|June 27, 2025|Interview

Founder & CEO, Golf VX

Tommy Fleetwood

Tommy’s “fleeting” finishes

M. James Ward|June 25, 2025|Opinion

What’s ahead – good and bad?

Charles Schwab Challenge 2021 R3 - Jordan Spieth holds on to lead after moving day

Promising pathway for Travelers

M. James Ward|June 21, 2025|PGA Tour

Engaged community support, strong fields bolster event.

Resilience, patience provide pathway for J.J. Spaun victory

M. James Ward|June 16, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

Birdies two final holes for US Open title

Scottie Scheffler plays his tee shot on the third hole during the final round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Scheffler secures top ten finish but much more was possible

M. James Ward|June 16, 2025|DP World Tour, Opinion, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

Poor putting, wayward driving emerges at Oakmont.

Sam Burns watches tee shot on the 15th hole during the final round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Water douses fire from Burns

M. James Ward|June 16, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

Questionable ruling at 15th ends bid.

Sam Burns plays his tee shot on the 16th hole during the second round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Can Sam prevail or will fatal “burns” happen?

M. James Ward|June 15, 2025|The Majors

Final round frenzy — 2025 US Open at Oakmont

Sam Burns plays his tee shot on the 16th hole during the third round

Burns remains on fire, has one shot lead heading into final round Sunday

M. James Ward|June 15, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

125th US Open / Oakmont CC

Viktor Hovland plays a bunker shot on the 18th hole during the third round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

How the top ranked players are faring?

M. James Ward|June 15, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

2025 US Open / Oakmont CC.

Adam Scott waves to crowd after making a birdie shot on the 14th hole with caddie, Matthew Tritton, during the third round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Can Adam Scott become third Aussie to win US Open?

M. James Ward|June 15, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

Plays in final pairing Sunday at Oakmont.

Sam Burns plays his tee shot on the ninth hole during the second round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Burns on fire with second round 65 and outright lead

M. James Ward|June 14, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, The Tours, US Open

2025 US Open / Oakmont CC

Arnold Palmer - Mystery and Magic - Why Majors matter?

Forever loved — forever missed — forever Arnie

M. James Ward|June 13, 2025|Golf History, US Open

125th US Open / Oakmont CC

J.J. Spaun plays his tee shot on the third hole during the first round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Spaun sits atop US Open leaderboard on day one

M. James Ward|June 13, 2025|DP World Tour, PGA Tour, The Majors, US Open

Matches lowest first round score at Oakmont.

Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, founded by Mike Keiser

Keiser recipient of 2025 Bob Jones Award

M. James Ward|June 12, 2025|News

Course innovator with “fun” centermost emphasis.

Fred Perpall, Mike Whan and John Bodenhamer in a press conference during a practice round ahead of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

USGA reconfirms golf ball rollback time line

M. James Ward|June 12, 2025|Equipment, News

Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead.

The Ninth Hole of Oakmont Country Club in the Oakmont, Pennsylvania

Top ten storylines at Oakmont

M. James Ward|June 12, 2025|US Open

125th US Open underway

Phil Mickelson plays his tee shot on the 10th hole during a practice round ahead of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club

Mickelson’s memorable US Open miscues

M. James Ward|June 11, 2025|Golf History, US Open

Record six-times runner-up – is Oakmont the final curtain call?

Scottie Scheffler plays a shot on the fourth hole during a practice round ahead of the 2025 U.S. Open

Soaring Scheffler’s Superman Show

M. James Ward|June 10, 2025|US Open

Seeks first US Open win at Oakmont