Holland Sentinel Sports Editor Honored for Column Writing

Dan D'Addona named top 10 finalist nationally by APSE

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Holland Sentinel sports editor Dan D'Addona was recognized as a top 10 finalist in the Associated Press Sports Editors' (APSE) annual national contest for his column writing in 2025. The APSE contest is considered the most prestigious sports journalism award in the United States.

Why it matters

D'Addona's recognition as a top national finalist for column writing highlights the high-quality sports journalism being produced in the Holland, Michigan community. The APSE contest is a highly competitive national award that honors the best sports reporters and columnists in the country.

The details

D'Addona was honored for his work in 2025 by the Associated Press Sports Editors, the organization that runs the annual national contest considered the most prestigious in U.S. sports journalism. D'Addona was named a top 10 finalist in the column writing category, which recognizes excellence in sports commentary and analysis.

  • D'Addona was honored for his work in 2025.

The players

Dan D'Addona

The sports editor at the Holland Sentinel newspaper.

Associated Press Sports Editors (APSE)

The organization that runs the annual national contest considered the most prestigious in U.S. sports journalism.

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The takeaway

D'Addona's national recognition as a top sports columnist demonstrates the high caliber of local journalism in the Holland community and the Sentinel's commitment to excellence in sports reporting.