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.”
Euro euphoria = American angst
Will dominance demonstrated continue on final day?
Bethpage Bound
Yesterday, today and tomorrow.
Euros win both opening sessions, lead 5½ to 2½
American stalwarts Scheffler and DeChambeau come up empty
Deja vu for Euros after morning foursomes
USA eeks out single victory in anchor match but trails 3-1
Opening foursomes matches announced
Emotions for both teams run high with first contest.
USA team claims Junior Ryder Cup match
Down early in singles matches, rallies for five-point win.
Suzy Whaley interview
US Junior Ryder Cup Captain. 13th Junior Ryder Cup, September 23-25
Mike Attara interview
Founder & President, Spirit Golf Management
Bradley announces six captain’s picks for team USA — leaves himself off
Decision made several weeks prior, seeks team win over individual needs.
Grade “A” Architecture – Upper Montclair CC
The original A. W. Tillinghast layout was altered by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. in 1956.
Grade “A” Architecture – Baltusrol Golf Club
The New-Jersey based club has hosted seven US Opens and two PGA Championships.
Grade “A” Architecture – Royal Porthcawl
Founded in 1891, the layout has been extensively modified over the years.
How high will “Superman” Scheffler soar?
Forecasts face fickle future.
Open and shut case for Superman Scheffler
Captures Claret Jug, wins second major in 2025 by four shots.
Scheffler’s successful game plan? Bogey avoidance.
Heads into final round with four-shot lead at Royal Portrush.
Scheffler simply superb, has lead at halfway point in Open Championship
Second round 64 jettisons world number one.
Scheffler’s Houdini Act Prevails
World’s best one shot behind five-way tie at the top at Royal Portrush.
How a mulligan might have mattered
Memorable Open Championship miscues.
The Open Championship Fact Sheet
Locations & records.