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.”
Forever loved — forever missed — forever Arnie
125th US Open / Oakmont CC
Spaun sits atop US Open leaderboard on day one
Matches lowest first round score at Oakmont.
Keiser recipient of 2025 Bob Jones Award
Course innovator with “fun” centermost emphasis.
USGA reconfirms golf ball rollback time line
Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead.
Top ten storylines at Oakmont
125th US Open underway
Mickelson’s memorable US Open miscues
Record six-times runner-up – is Oakmont the final curtain call?
Soaring Scheffler’s Superman Show
Seeks first US Open win at Oakmont
Oakmont’s 10th record championship
The quintessential US Open course
2025 US Open / Oakmont CC Pt.2
Behind the architectural curtain
A man for all seasons — Bob Ford
2025 US Open / Oakmont CC
2025 US Open / Oakmont CC Pt.1
Behind the architectural curtain
Mark Stewart interview
CEO, Stewart Golf, makers of premium golf trolleys made in the UK.
Michael Glancy interview
Co-founder and Creative Director PAYNTR GOLF
Cabrera’s captivating comeback, a Congressional resurrection
DC golf lane front and center.
Letter grades from the 107th PGA Championship
Highlighting the contenders and pretenders from Quail Hollow.
Superman Scheffler seizes 3rd major championship
Wins PGA Championship by five shots at Quail Hollow.
Eye of the Tiger now Scheffler’s
Brilliant 3rd round 65 opens up three shot lead with 18 to play.
Does Vegas hold the cards to win PGA Championship?
Closing double-bogey ends round — weekend play upcoming.
Prominent names failed to make the cut
Leaving Quail Hollow early.
Green Mile extracts scorecard pain
107th PGA Championship / Quail Hollow