M. James Ward

Written by M. James Ward

A GWAA and MGWA member, the 66-year-old from the USA has covered golf in all facets since 1980, notably the major championships and other high level events. He has played over 2,000 courses globally and has competed in USGA Championships.
M. James Ward
The 13th hole

Barclay Douglas, Jr. interview

President, Newport Country Club, host of this week’s US Senior Open

The Clubhouse as seen at Newport Country Club in Newport, Rhode Island

Four holes to watch – 2024 US Senior Open

M. James Ward outlines the key holes that will play a pivotal role in determining this year’s winner at Newport.

The clubhouse at TPC River Highlands

The Travelers: Golf’s go to event

M. James Ward outlines the rise of Connecticut’s PGA Tour event and how a strict attention to details has proven to be a bonanza for…

Bryson DeChambeau holds the US Open trophy in the bunker from which he made the winning par at the US Open at Pinehurst

Bryson’s renaissance at Pinehurst

M. James Ward outlines how the “new” DeChambeau is a fan favorite and how his stirring final par to edge out Rory McIlroy is just…

Rory Mcilroy

Major McIlroy meltdown

M. James Ward outlines how Rory’s story just got more complicated and if the talented player can recover from the Pinehurst implosion.

Bryson DeChambeau is leading heading into the final round of the US Open

Is Bryson bound? 2nd US Open in reach

M. James Ward examines the remarkable turnaround from previous enigma to fan favorite now with a win at Pinehurst firmly in sight.

The fifth hole at Pinehurst No.2 - US Open 2024

Fear factor flourishing at Pinehurst No.2

M. James Ward outlines how precision has returned to this year’s US Open and how mental anguish will impact the contenders this weekend.

Tiger Woods

Memo to Tiger – There is no tomorrow

M. James Ward outlines the reality of what Woods faces and the tight rope he walks between being hopeful and hopeless.

Ludvig Åberg finished the opening round of the US Open in third place.

Ludvig lurking

M. James Ward assesses the emergence of golf’s next generation and whether a Swede can win the grand prize this week at Pinehurst.

Patrick Cantlay

Can “Paddy Ice” heat up at US Open?

M. James Ward assesses the underachievement to date of Patrick Cantlay in the major championships.

The 8th hole of Pinehurst Resort & C.C. (Course No. 2)

Lasting lessons learned

M. James Ward assesses how the USGA has adjusted from past fumbles into getting host sites prepared smartly for a US Open host role.

Scottie Scheffler hopes to secure his first-ever FedEx Cup title at the Tour Championship.

Will big four continue solid play at Pinehurst?

M. James Ward outlines the consistency of Scheffler, Schauffele, Morikawa and DeChambeau and whether the foursome will materialize again down the stretch at this year’s…

The 4th hole

The rise, fall and return – Pinehurst’s pageantry Pt.1

M. James Ward reviews the next chapter in the development of America’s golf mecca with the staging of the 124th US Open this week.

The 3rd hole of Pinehurst Resort & C.C. No. 2

The rise, fall and return – Pinehurst’s pageantry Pt.2

M. James Ward reviews the next chapter in the development of America’s golf mecca with the staging of the 124th US Open this week.

The U.S. Open Trophy is seen at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club

Six key holes to watch at this year’s US Open at Pinehurst

M. James Ward examines several key holes that will play a crucial role in determining which player hoists the trophy at Pinehurst in the US…

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Pinehurst No.2 – Pt.2

124th US Open – Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA

US Open Trophy

The greatest non-winners of the US Open

M. James Ward outlines the most talented players who failed to claim the coveted US Open Golf Championship.

The 17th hole of Pinehurst Resort

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Pinehurst No.2 – Pt.1

124th U.S. Open – Pinehurst, North Carolina, USA

A detailed view of the hole 18 flag on Course No. 2 - Pinehurst No. 2 is set to host the 2024 US Open

What makes Pinehurst No. 2 so compelling?

M. James Ward examines the architecture that the world’s best will encounter on Donald Ross’ Pinehurst No. 2 masterpiece.

Nick Taylor, second from left, of Canada, reacts after winning the Canadian Open golf tournament on the fourth playoff hole

The Forgotten Open

M. James Ward examines how the Canadian Open went from one of the most prestigious championships to a far lesser role and is now seeking…