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

Flags at the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont

Oakmont’s 10th record championship

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

The quintessential US Open course

The Third Hole of Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania

2025 US Open / Oakmont CC Pt.2

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

Behind the architectural curtain

Bob Ford

A man for all seasons — Bob Ford

M. James Ward|June 9, 2025|Interview, US Open

2025 US Open / Oakmont CC

The Church Pews of Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pennsylvania

2025 US Open / Oakmont CC Pt.1

M. James Ward|June 9, 2025|Architecture, US Open

Behind the architectural curtain

Stewart Golf, premium golf trolleys made in the UK.

Mark Stewart interview

M. James Ward|May 31, 2025|Equipment, Interview

CEO, Stewart Golf, makers of premium golf trolleys made in the UK.

PAYNTR Golf Shoes

Michael Glancy interview

M. James Ward|May 30, 2025|Apparel, Interview

Co-founder and Creative Director PAYNTR GOLF

Angel Cabrera poses with the Alfred S. Bourne Trophy after winning the Senior PGA Championship at Congressional Country Club

Cabrera’s captivating comeback, a Congressional resurrection

M. James Ward|May 27, 2025|The Majors

DC golf lane front and center.

The Wanamaker trophy on the 18th

Letter grades from the 107th PGA Championship

M. James Ward|May 22, 2025|Opinion, PGA Tour, The Majors

Highlighting the contenders and pretenders from Quail Hollow.

Scottie Scheffler poses with the Wanamaker trophy

Superman Scheffler seizes 3rd major championship

M. James Ward|May 19, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

Wins PGA Championship by five shots at Quail Hollow.

Scottie Scheffler walks on the 15th hole during the PGA Championship Practice Round at Quail Hollow Club on Wednesday

Eye of the Tiger now Scheffler’s

M. James Ward|May 18, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

Brilliant 3rd round 65 opens up three shot lead with 18 to play.

Jhonattan Vegas hits his tee shot on the first hole during the second round of the PGA Championship

Does Vegas hold the cards to win PGA Championship?

M. James Ward|May 17, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

Closing double-bogey ends round — weekend play upcoming.

CHARLOTTE, NC - MAY 16: ‘We Love this Game’ PGA of America signage on the ninth hole fairway during the second round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club

Prominent names failed to make the cut

M. James Ward|May 17, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

Leaving Quail Hollow early.

The 18th at Quail Hollow

Green Mile extracts scorecard pain

M. James Ward|May 16, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

107th PGA Championship / Quail Hollow

Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays his second shot on the second hole on day four

Time to shine, not whine

M. James Ward|May 16, 2025|Opinion, PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

Be a stud — not a dud on mud.

So where are the leading players?

M. James Ward|May 16, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, The Majors

Star power absent after round one at Quail Hollow.

The Wanamaker Trophy - PGA Championship

Wannamaker Trophy awaits

M. James Ward|May 15, 2025|Architecture, PGA Championship, PGA Tour

Green Mile will determine 107th PGA Championship.

Uptown Charlotte's Skyline

Queen City of the Carolinas

M. James Ward|May 14, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour, Rest of the World

Charlotte hosting 107th PGA Championship

Xander Schauffele holds the Wanamaker Trophy after winning the US PGA Championship

107th PGA Championship begins Thursday

M. James Ward|May 14, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour

Key storylines at Quail Hollow

Jesse Droemer hits his tee shot on the 18th hole during the final round of the PGA Professional Championship at PGA Golf Club

On the tee – Jesse Droemer

M. James Ward|May 14, 2025|PGA Championship, PGA Tour

Club professionals front and center at Quail Hollow.

Quail Hollow Club Hole 13

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Quail Hollow – Pt.2

M. James Ward|May 13, 2025|Architecture, PGA Championship, PGA Tour

107th PGA Championship