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.”

Weight of Emerald Isle rests on Lowry’s shoulders
Irish eyes are smiling — for now
Watson and Turnberry – Remembering 2009
“It would have been a helluva story”

Five holes to watch at Royal Portrush
148th Open Championship Commences Thursday
The Open stands first among equals
Golf’s greatest Major?

Grade “A” Architecture
Whispering Pines Golf Club
Nicklaus at The Open
The Golden Bear’s Indelible Legacy

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Part 2
148th Open Championship, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland

Behind the Architectural Curtain – Part 1
148th Open Championship, Royal Portrush Golf Club, Northern Ireland

Grade “A” Architecture
Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Q&A with Jason Totos
Director of Golf Carton House, County Kildare, Ireland

Q&A with Tim Schantz
President and Chief Executive Officer Troon

Putting Pebble into perspective
2019 US Open Summary
Woodland’s Way Captures US Open at Pebble Beach
“I never let myself get ahead”
Can Rose bloom this weekend?
2nd Major Elevates Status

East meets West but Midwest missing
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

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

Pebble Beach 100 years and counting – happy birthday!
Hosts 6th US Open this week
Q&A with Don Thorup
President of SportTrak, LLC

Grade “A” Architecture
Cape Wickham has bolted to the top of the attention list for world travelers seeking an authentic links course in a remote part of the…