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
Shane’s road - then and now- Resilience brings home Claret Jug

Shane’s Road – Then & Now

M. James Ward|July 22, 2019|The Open

Resilience brings home Claret Jug

Pictured: Shane Lowry celebrates with the Claret Jug. R&A finds own "Shinnecock" - 148th Open rousing success -- Portrush to return in '24?

R&A finds its own “Shinnecock”

M. James Ward|July 22, 2019|The Open

148th Open rousing success — Portrush to return in ’24?

Irish hopes rest on Lowry

Weight of Emerald Isle rests on Lowry’s shoulders

M. James Ward|July 20, 2019|The Open

Irish eyes are smiling — for now

Watson and Turnberry – Remembering 2009

M. James Ward|July 19, 2019|A-Z / Golf History / Trivia, The Open

“It would have been a helluva story”

The 5th

Five holes to watch at Royal Portrush

M. James Ward|July 17, 2019|The Open

148th Open Championship Commences Thursday

Golf's greatest major? The Open stands first among equals

The Open stands first among equals

M. James Ward|July 16, 2019|The Open

Golf’s greatest Major?

Grade “A” Architecture, Whispering Pines Golf Club

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|July 16, 2019|Architecture, Rest of the World, Travel

Whispering Pines Golf Club

Nicklaus at the Open - The Golden Bear's Indelible Legacy

Nicklaus at The Open

M. James Ward|July 16, 2019|The Open

The Golden Bear’s Indelible Legacy

Behind the Architectural Curtain, 148th Open Championship, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Part 2

M. James Ward|July 16, 2019|Architecture, The Open

148th Open Championship, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland

Behind the Architectural Curtain, 148th Open Championship, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Part 1

M. James Ward|July 15, 2019|Architecture, The Open

148th Open Championship, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland

Architecture Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Grade “A” Architecture

M. James Ward|July 11, 2019|Architecture, Travel

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Jason Totos, Director of Golf Carton House County Kildare, Ireland

Q&A with Jason Totos

M. James Ward|July 5, 2019|Interview

Director of Golf Carton House, County Kildare, Ireland

Tim Schantz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Troon

Q&A with Tim Schantz

M. James Ward|July 4, 2019|Interview

President and Chief Executive Officer Troon

Putting Pebble into perspective, 2019 US Open Summary

Putting Pebble into perspective

M. James Ward|June 20, 2019|US Open

2019 US Open Summary

Woodland's Way Captures US Open at Pebble Beach

Woodland’s Way Captures US Open at Pebble Beach

M. James Ward|June 17, 2019|US Open

“I never let myself get ahead”

Justin Rose, of England, waves after his putt on the eighth hole during the second round of the U.S. Open. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Can Rose bloom this weekend?

M. James Ward|June 15, 2019|US Open

2nd Major Elevates Status

East meets West but Midwest missing

East meets West but Midwest missing

M. James Ward|June 13, 2019|US Open

No future US Open is planned for a Midwest site through at least 2027

The Tatum Touch – Sandy was a Dandy - 2019 US Open - Pebble Beach Golf Links

The Tatum Touch – Sandy was a Dandy

M. James Ward|June 11, 2019|US Open

2019 US Open – Pebble Beach Golf Links

Behind the Architectural Curtain - 2019 US Open - Pebble Beach Golf Links

Behind the Architectural Curtain

M. James Ward|June 11, 2019|Architecture, US Open

2019 US Open – Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach 100 years and counting - Hosts 6th US Open this week

Pebble Beach 100 years and counting – happy birthday!

M. James Ward|June 10, 2019|US Open

Hosts 6th US Open this week