M. James Ward

Written by M. James Ward

A GWAA and MGWA member, the 66-year-old from the USA has covered golf in all facets since 1980, notably the major championships and other high level events. He has played over 2,000 courses globally and has competed in USGA Championships.
M. James Ward
Lena Maguire - Is courtship with LIV in LPGA's future?

Is courtship with LIV in LPGA’s future?

The recent announcement of the PGA TOUR and LIV aligning together has caused a major upheaval in men’s professional golf. M. James Ward reviews the…

KPMG Women's PGA Championship 2023 R4 - Ruoning Yin wins first major

Off and Ruoning

Top ranked women players were AWOL at Baltusrol but a 20-year-old from China stole the show from a blooming Rose and other pursuers. M. James…

Can Zhang's sequel surpass original?

Can Zhang’s sequel surpass original?

Winning in her debut performance just two weeks ago, Rose Zhang demonstrated a clear superstar persona for women’s professional golf. M. James Ward examines the…

Baltusrol's formidable gauntlet, women's best face crucial opening test? The 4th hole

Baltusrol’s formidable gauntlet, women’s best face crucial opening test?

For the first time since 1985, Baltusrol Golf Club will serve as host for the finest female professional golfers. M. James Ward examines how the…

Riviera lands 2031 U.S. Open. The 18th hole

Riviera lands 2031 U.S. Open

The venerable design annually hosts the Genesis Invitational on the PGA TOUR and will now stage its fourth major event in club history. M. James…

How Wyndham won and Rory's same old story

How Wyndham won and Rory’s same old story

The conclusion of the 123rd U.S. Open at The Los Angeles Country Club featured two men seeking the same prize. M. James Ward reviews how…

Will Rory's LACC story finally end in glory?

Will Rory’s LACC story finally end in glory?

The four-time major winner’s quest to end his winless streak in majors has been analbatross around McIlroy’s neck since 2014. M. James Ward outlines how…

LACC - private and exclusive

Hooray for Hollywood, not at LACC!

Membership at private clubs in the USA are renowned for their exclusivity and privacy. M. James Ward delves into LACC and the dark veil on…

Golf’s “other” ticking time bomb

The staging of this week’s U.S. Open at LACC pushed aside momentarily the pending marriage of the PGA TOUR and LIV. M. James Ward examines…

Is Rickie Ready?

After a dramatic free-fall from the top of the golf pecking order Fowler flew high with Thursday’s opening round of 62 in the U.S. Open.…

Key questions needing answers at U.S. Open

Key questions needing answers at U.S. Open

As the 123rd championship commences today, Los Angeles Country Club is now ready for its Hollywood close-up. M. James Ward reviews the various topics of…

Six holes to watch at this year's U.S. Open

Six holes to watch at this year’s U.S. Open

123rd U.S. Open

Will LACC have Hollywood ending?

Will LACC have Hollywood ending?

It took 75 years but finally the championship of American golf returns to the Los Angeles area. M. James Ward examines the stakes involved and…

The Miller mystique, Johnny's journey

The Miller mystique, Johnny’s journey

The 2023 Bob Jones award recipient shook the golfing world 50 years ago with an earthquake U.S. Open round that still resonates. M. James Ward…

Behind the Architectural Curtain – 123rd US Open Pt.2

Los Angeles Country Club

Behind the Architectural Curtain – 123rd US Open Pt.1

Los Angeles Country Club

The ten greatest shots in U.S. Open history

The ten greatest shots in U.S. Open history

The 123rd national championship of American golf takes place for the first time at Los Angeles Country Club. M. James Ward outlines the ten greatest…

Monahans mindless miscalculation

Monahan’s mindless miscalculation

Tuesday’s stunning announcement by PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan abandoned a clear and longstanding position against LIV. M. James Ward examines the subjugation of morals…

Jessica Klodnicki interview

CEO KT, expanding from its market leading kinesiology tape into the KT Health line of performance and recovery products.

Mizuho Americas Open - Rose in full bloom

Rose in full bloom

M. James Ward delves into the meteoric rise of Rose Zhang. The 20-year-old’s win in her debut professional tournament Sunday has many wondering if she…