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
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

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.