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
Tom Fazio Member Event | 2024

Fabulous Fazio, nearly 80-years-young, still going strong

Revolutionized golf architecture in reaping mega-dollars for clients and creating an array of visually appealing courses captivating players.

Ladera Two Golfers with balls

Golf’s ground floor rising

Municipal golf matters more than ever and one Southwestern USA community provides an engaging program.

Knickerbocker Country Club #6

Grade “A” Architecture – Knickerbocker Country Club

The New Jersey club is in the process of being updated by Jaeger Kovich and superintendent Kyle Hillegass.

Kingdom Instruction with Sean Cain

Q&A with Sean Cain

Director of Operations/ Director of Instruction at The Kingdom at Reynolds Lake Oconee

Sam Goulden interview

Founder MNML Golf and MNML Golf Club

Captain, Keegan Bradley of team USA and Captain, Luke Donald of team Europe during the Ryder Cup Year to Go at The Times Center

2025 Ryder Cup – questions abound, answers evolving

Captains Keegan Bradley and Luke Donald will lead the respective teams. M. James Ward outlines the key topics ahead.

PROTOCONCEPT GOLF wedges

Masashi (Marcy) Kamoda interview

CEO & Co-Founder PROTOCONCEPT GOLF. Offering amateurs the opportunity to play with prototypes previously exclusive to golf professionals.

No. 3

The “Finicky” Golfer

Are you a connoisseur of engaging golf designs? M. James Ward provides a discerning architectural roadmap for golf that stirs the blood and honors your…

People play golf at the Imperatrice golf course in Biarritz, southwestern France

You’re a golfer – right? Well, not exactly.

The sport has seen a clear uptick in interest. Do you simply play golf or merit the more prestigious tagline – golfer?

Rory McIlroy looks quizzical in a pre-tournament press conference

What’s the story with Rory?

Stuck on four major wins since 2014. A decade later the mystifying misfires are multiplying.

Charl Schwartzel putts in front of LIV Golf branding

PGA Tour and LIV aim for marriage, hurdles to clear remain significant

Discussions ramped up last week in New York but is the pathway ahead promising or a sure highway to hell?

USA’s Scottie Scheffler holds his gold medal after winning the Paris 20204 Olympic golf tournament

Superman Scheffler soaring – transcending Tiger?

The 2024 PGA Tour season showcased a clear separation for the world-ranked number one and those seeking to chase him down.

Tiger, Tiger His life, as it's never been told before - Book cover

Tiger, Tiger – His life, as it’s never been told before

James Patterson book review

Tour Championship R2 - Koepka holds one-shot lead

Fantastic Finish? Not Exactly.

Can a convoluted system truly bring a satisfactory conclusion to the PGA Tour season?

The par-3 18th at Boston Golf Club

Grade “A” Architecture – Boston Golf Club

Hingham, Massachusetts, USA

Metedeconk National Golf Club

Looking to escape the shadows and emerge

M. James Ward examines the quest to reach golf’s promised land and the heartache for those failing to do so.

Nelly Korda plays a tee shot on the third hole during the first round of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games at Le Golf National

Whoa Nelly! Can Korda regain form in Paris with repeat gold?

M. James Ward examines how the top-ranked female golfer is attempting to resurrect early season form with a return to Olympic stardom.

A view from behind the green on the 469 yards par 4, 18th hole (L) with the 404 yards par 4, 15th hole (R) on the Albatross Course at Le Golf National, host of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Grade “A” Architecture – Le Golf National

2024 Paris Summer Olympics, Men’s golf competition

Tee marker signal on course prior to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games at Le Golf National

Is golf a gold medal Olympic fit?

The Paris Games features a 3rd edition golf competition on both the men’s and women’s side. M. James Ward examines if the inclusion in the…

The Claret Jug is displayed during previews for The 152nd Open Championship at Royal Troon Golf Club

The 152nd Open – memories made, lasting leaves

M. James Ward outlines the central storylines from this year’s final major championship and the ripples cast going forward.