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.”
Interview with Chuck Thiry
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Interview with Chris MacNeill
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What’s in store for 2020?
Interview with Jan Bel Jan
President of the American Society of Golf Course Architects
Grade “A” Architecture
Reynolds Lake Oconee, Great Waters Course
Interview with Jay Hartenbach
CEO Medterra CBD
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Braemar Golf Course, Edina, Minnesota
Ozarks National opens
Big Cedar Lodge features Crenshaw & Coore design
Is Wynn Golf Club a win?
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Tiger Woods sneak course preview
Payne’s Valley opens 2020 at Big Cedar Lodge
Grade “A” Architecture
Wigwam Resort & Golf Club, Gold Course, Litchfield Park, Arizona
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Ozarks National, Hollister, Missouri
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TPC San Antonio, Canyons Course
Q&A with Eric Romero
Head Golf Professional, Twin Dolphin Club, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
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La Cantera Resort & Spa – The Palmer Course, San Antonio, Texas
Q&A with Andy McMahon
Director of Golf Operations, Adare Manor, Limerick, Ireland
Grade “A” Architecture
Sunningdale Country Club
Martin Ebert weighs in on Royal Portrush
Looking back at the 148th Open Championship
Shane’s Road – Then & Now
Resilience brings home Claret Jug
R&A finds its own “Shinnecock”
148th Open rousing success — Portrush to return in ’24?