Baseball Rankings and Award Updates: Shohei Ohtani’s Case for Cy Young
Every week, the California Post ranks MLB’s 30 teams and highlights a noteworthy awards race. Here’s the latest update (as of Thursday night): 1.) Braves (30-14) The Braves have reclaimed first place after a week away and have secured two significant series victories against the Dodgers and Cubs. They’re the first team to reach 30 […]
Shohei Ohtani could be heading toward greater achievements with a 0.82 ERA and conversations about the Cy Young award
If it feels like new and surprising information about Shohei Ohtani emerges every few days, well, that’s pretty much the case. Ohtani is just one of those extraordinary players who has managed to achieve nearly everything possible in Major League Baseball. In 2024, he had what many are calling the best offensive season in baseball […]
Matthew Schaefer dominates Calder Trophy competition, rookie claims award unanimously
Calder Trophy Awards This Year The Calder Trophy, which recognizes the NHL’s Rookie of the Year, often sparks lively discussions owing to its competitive nature. But this time around, things seem a bit different. Matthew Schaefer, a standout rookie for the Islanders, snagged the award quite decisively. Schaefer, who was picked first overall in the […]
Trump surprises Chief of Staff Susie Wiles with a congratulatory video at the award gala
Wiles Honored with Woman of Valor Award President Donald Trump recently honored his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, with a video tribute celebrating her receipt of the Barbara K. Olson Woman of Valor Award. Wiles made history as the first woman to hold the position of White House chief of staff and received the award […]
Susie Wiles receives the Barbara K. Olson Woman of Valor Award from the IWF
Susie Wiles Honored with Courage Award President Donald Trump recently honored Susie Wiles, his White House Chief of Staff, by presenting her with the Independent Women’s Forum’s Courage Award during a surprise video tribute at a gala event. Wiles made history as the first female chief of staff in U.S. history, and Trump praised her […]
Trump issues statement restoring the Presidential Fitness Test Award for National Fitness and Sports Month
Trump Reinstates Presidential Fitness Test On May 5, 2026, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to reinstate the Presidential Fitness Test Award, which is part of the “Make America Healthy Again (MAHA)” initiative. This action is aimed at promoting fitness in schools. The test, initially introduced by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956, had been […]
Trump plans to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test Award in public schools.
President Trump to Reinstate Presidential Physical Fitness Test President Donald Trump is set to sign a memorandum on Tuesday to revive the Presidential Physical Fitness Test Award, a competitive fitness program for schools that was discontinued during the Obama presidency, according to the White House. The event will include members from the President’s Council on […]
MLB Power Rankings and Award Updates: Dodgers and Mets drop
Each week, the California Post evaluates MLB’s 30 teams and highlights an intriguing awards race. Here’s the latest update (as of Thursday): 1) Braves (22-10): The Braves boast not only the best record in baseball history but also remain undefeated in series this season (9-0-1). Their schedule hasn’t been the toughest, but a point difference […]
Forensic science instructor Erin Andrade from California receives the Crystal Apple Award
California Teacher Receives Prestigious Award A teacher in California is gaining attention, but it’s not just from her students. Erin Andrade, who teaches forensic research and biotechnology at the Clovis Center for Advanced Research and Technology, has been honored with the Crystal Apple Award. This award, one of only five given nationally, recognizes teachers for […]
Zuby Ejiofor enhances St. John’s legacy by winning the Haggerty Award.
Zubie Ejiofor Celebrates a Stellar Career at St. John’s Thursday marked a fitting conclusion to Zubie Ejiofor’s noteworthy time at St. John’s, particularly highlighting his senior season. Just weeks after leading the team to its first Sweet 16 appearance in nearly three decades and receiving the prestigious Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award as the top center in […]