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.”
Omar Jermaine interview
Creative Director, Dunning. Performance layering offering warmth and technical advantages across a range of playing conditions and styles.
Shamik Patel interview
Founder and CEO, Killer Golf. Putters that let you tune weight, balance and feel before the round.
Sadaat Faruqui interview
Business Partner, Aaron Leather Goods, Inc.
Reed’s resounding resurrection
Golf’s “bad boy” bounces back.
Grade “A” Architecture – Atlantic Dunes at Sea Pines Resort
The rebuit course was thoughtfully designed to evoke a seaside ambience and respect the surrounding environment.
Rose in full boom
Wire-to-wire record performance at Torrey Pines.
Grade “A” Architecture – Sara Bay CC
A Donald Ross design located in Sarasota, FL.
The Scheffler Surge – the beat goes on
3rd golfer to secure 20 PGA Tour wins before age 30.
2026 PGA Show — promising pathways
Orlando gathering garners largest post pandemic turnout.
Nancy O. Massimino interview
Founder Par Bleu Golf, golf towels that combine style, personality, and function.
Reid Covington interview
CEO & CMO Chamelo. Eyewear that adapts to light and lifestyle with a single touch.
Brandon Fischer interview
Founder & CEO, RareShot Golf. Bringing blind box collectibles to golf.
Susi Proudman interview
Founder & CEO, Williams Athletic Club
Richard Vickery interview
CEO of SnapSwing™. A Bluetooth shutter button mounted to your club that lets you start and stop your phone or camera recordings with a press.
Terminating the Tortoise Torture Trail
Fast lane golf is hardly a reality — what’s needed going forward?
Zach Peed interview
President, Dormie Network
Relevance and irrelevance – pro golf’s grand canyon
The unpredictable competitive time clock now ticks even faster.
Golf’s biggest newsmakers in 2025 Pt.2
Memorable moments, mystifying misfires, meaningful matters.
Golf’s biggest newsmakers in 2025 Pt.1
The memorable moments, the mystifying misfires.
Eric Sarin interview
CEO and Co-Founder, Alma Mater Footwear