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
Golf in its purest form - "The City"

Golf in its purest form – “The City”

M. James Ward|August 4, 2020|PGA Championship

2020 PGA Championship – TPC Harding Park

Rahms Rendezvous with Seve's Shadow

Rahm’s Rendezvous with Seve’s Shadow

M. James Ward|August 3, 2020|PGA Championship

2020 PGA Championship / Harding Park

J.R. Roth

“Young as you Feel”

M. James Ward|August 2, 2020|PGA Championship

Bay Area Bound Roth set for PGA Championship

Architecture - Harding Park GC, San Francisco, California

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Harding Park Golf Course

M. James Ward|August 2, 2020|PGA Championship

2020 PGA Championship

Architecture - The Shire London, Masters Course (2007)

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|July 25, 2020|Architecture, Travel

The Shire London, Masters Course (2007)

Grade “A” Architecture - Siwanoy Country Club

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|July 7, 2020|Architecture, Travel

Siwanoy Country Club, Bronxville, New York

Interview with Pia Nilsson & Lynn Marriott

M. James Ward|June 9, 2020|Interview

Lynn and Pia have coached players to well over one hundred tour victories

Interview with Mark Rickell, Vice President of Sales, Club Car

Interview with Mark Rickell

M. James Ward|June 3, 2020|Interview

Vice President of Sales, Club Car. Facing the pandemic

Architecture - Ozarks National Golf Course

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|May 25, 2020|Architecture, Travel

Big Cedar Lodge, Ozarks National Golf Course

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|May 15, 2020|Architecture, Travel

Harbour Town Golf Links

Women in golf’s forefront

M. James Ward|May 10, 2020|Interview

Golf’s evolving landscape

Interview with David Leadbetter, Teacher Extraordinaire

Interview with David Leadbetter

M. James Ward|April 28, 2020|Interview

Teacher Extraordinaire, Orlando, Florida

RBC Heritage set for June -- What lies ahead?

RBC Heritage set for June — What lies ahead?

M. James Ward|April 26, 2020|Interview

PGA Tour starts in Texas then South Carolina

Architecture - The Highland Course at Primland Resort

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|April 22, 2020|Architecture, Travel

The Highland Course at Primland Resort

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|April 21, 2020|Architecture, Rest of the World, Travel

Circling Raven Golf Club

Interview with Jeff Wallach, Author and Writer

Interview with Jeff Wallach

M. James Ward|April 10, 2020|Interview

Author and Writer, Portland, Oregon

Interview with Gary Player

M. James Ward|March 21, 2020|Interview

The Black Knight at 84

Interview with Bob Farren, Pinehurst Resort

Interview with Bob Farren

M. James Ward|March 19, 2020|Interview, Rest of the World, Travel

Vice President, Golf Course & Ground Management, Pinehurst Resort

Interview with John Lyberger, Desert Mountain Club

Interview with John Lyberger

M. James Ward|March 13, 2020|Interview, Rest of the World, Travel

PGA Director of Golf, Desert Mountain Club, Scottsdale, AZ

Interview with Ed Sandison

M. James Ward|March 12, 2020|Equipment, Sustainability

Founder OCEAN TEE. Sustainable products for the golf industry