This past Wednesday, over 40 boys from the MTA Sports Management Club had the privilege of hearing from Mike Vaccaro. Vaccaro has been the lead columnist for the New York Post since 2002, is a four-time recipient of the New York Sports Writer of the Year award, and a voter for the Baseball Hall of Fame.

The meeting began with a 15-minute presentation, in which Vaccaro talked about his experience writing in New York and the impact covering such a big city has on his writing. He also spoke about his time in locker rooms and the observations he makes about the impact a player has off the field. After the presentation, Vaccaro answered questions for 30 minutes on a wide variety of topics, including his favorite games he’s ever attended, his criteria for voting someone into the Hall of Fame, and his thoughts on some of the baseball moves that happened this offseason.

Vaccaro’s passion for his job was clear throughout the meeting. He spoke about how much he loves uncovering and sharing the human side of sports—those moments that go beyond the box scores. For him, it’s not just about the games but the unique storylines that make each player, team, and season memorable. He shared how much he enjoys connecting fans to the emotions behind the game and writing stories that resonate with readers. Hearing from such a prestigious and passionate columnist like Vaccaro was an unforgettable experience, offering a rare glimpse into the world of sports journalism at its highest level.