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Tewa Onasanya, Joke Silva, Peace Hyde & Lanre Da Silva Ajayi Unveiled as Influencers for 2017 #ELOY Awards

Tewa Onasanya, Joke Silva, Peace Hyde & Lanre Da Silva Ajayi Unveiled as Influencers for 2017 #ELOY Awards

ELOY Awards presents its 2017 Influencers. The ladies have been selected because of their achievements in their different fields. They are women who inspire, motivate and empower as best as they can. The influencers were chosen as part of their message that all women are worth celebrating. Meet the Eloy Awards 2017 Influencers: Tewa Onasanya, Founder of the Eloy Awards Joke Silva, Actress,…

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Funke Akindele

Full Name: Funke Akindele Ayotunde                         Short biography Funke Akindele is a Nigerian actress and producer. Funke starred in the sitcom I Need to Know from 1998 to 2002, and in 2009 she won the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She plays the lead character in the show Jenifa's Diary, for which she was named Best Actress in a Comedy at the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. Funkee has over 100 movies to her credit as actress, writer, and producer. Background information Born: August 24, 1977(age 41) Birth place: Ikorodu, Lagos, State, Nigeria Nationality: Nigerian Attend: Moshood Abiola Polytechnic        University of Lagos Famous As: Actress, Film Producer Known As: Jenifa Years Active: 1998-present

             Early life and education Akindele was born on August 24, 1977, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. Funke is the second of three children (two girls and one boy). Akindele's mother is a Medical Doctor while her father is a retired School Principal. Funke obtained an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Mass Communication from the former Ogun State Polytechnic, now Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, and got a Law degree from the University of Lagos, Akoka, Yaba.                        Movie Career Akindele came into the limelight after starring in popular United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)-sponsored sitcom I Need to Know, which ran from 1998 to 2002. Funke played Bisi, a curious but highly intelligent secondary school student. Funke Akindele's big break came in 2008 when she appeared in the movie Jenifa. In January 2018, there was a controversy when it was reported that Akindele would get her Hollywood debut in Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War as she was listed as a member of the cast on IMDb. Mainstream Nigerian press reported that she was set to star in Infinity War as the guard Dora Milaje, citing IMDb. Some weeks later her name was replaced with that of fellow Nigerian actress Genevieve Nnaji, with Akindele's upload shown to have been a hack. In February 2018, it was reported that Senate President and Chairman of the National Assembly, Dr Bukola Saraki has advised Marvel Studios to feature Akindele in Infinity War. In July 2016, in an interview she stated she was acting less in the Yoruba film industry at that time because of piracy. Akindele plays the lead character in the ongoing hit TV show Jenifa's Diary, alongside Fisayo Ajisola, Falz, Juliana Olayode, and Aderounmu Adejumoke. The show is a spin-off from the movie Jenifa. The 2018 comedy film Moms at Warstars Akindele and Michelle Dede. She is the CEO of Scene One Film Production.

                     Charity initiative Funke Akindele runs a non-governmental organization known as the Jenifa Foundation, which aims at providing young people with vocational skills.                   Endorsements Funke Akindele has endorsement deals such as her being signed as an Ambassador to Irokotv. Also in 2018, she was signed as brand ambassador for Keystone Bank.

Family and Personal life On May 26, 2012, Akindele married Adeola Kehinde Oloyede. Citing irreconcilable differences, the couple divorced in July 2013. Akindele married Nigerian rapper Abdul Rasheed Bello, known as JJC Skillz, in London in May 2016. Google said that for the week of August 2017, "Funke Akindele pregnancy" dominated search phrases in Nigeria. Through JJC, she has several step-children. With JJC Skillz, she gave birth to twin boys in December 2018.                 Awards and Nominations 2009: Africa Movie Academy Award Nigerian Entertainment Awards for best actress (Jenifa). 2012: Nigerian Entertainment awards best actress ( Troj) Nollywood Movies Awards for best actress (Emi abata) Zulu African Film Academy Awards for best actress (Maami and the return of Jenifa) 2013: Nollywood Movies Awards for best actress,indigenous (Maami) 2014: Nigeria Entertainment Awards for Best Actress in lead role (Agnetta O’Mpa). Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards for Best Actress, Comedy (Return of Sheri Koko respectively ). ELOY Awards for Brand Ambassador of the Year (Omo detergent) 2016: Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards for best actress in Comedy Role (Jenifa’s Diary) Naija FM awards for sitcom of the year and best actress in comedy (Jenifa’s Diary). In the same year, she also won the Africa Entertainment Legend Awards for Best Actress of the Year (Jenifa’s Diary) Ghana Movies Awards for Best Actress Africa Collaboration ( A trip to Jamaica). 2017: Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards for Best TV Series (Jenifa’s Diary). Nigeria Entertainment Awards for Best Lead Actress ( A trip to Jamaica)

       List of Funke Akindele’s Movies Funke Akindele has featured in many Nigerian films both in the Yoruba and English speaking movies. Here’s a list of Movies featuring Funke Akindele Final whistle 1&2 Atlanta 1& 2 Ojo Ketala 1&2 Agbara ife Osuwon Eda Kosefowora Agbefo 1&2 Oba Irawo OKun Ife Yi Edunjobi 1&2 Maku Egun Akandu OmopupaTaiwo Taiwo 1&2 Kakeileku Jenifa Apoti Orogun Atanpako Meta Aje Meta 1&2 Ija Ola 1&2 Iro fun fun Farayola Anointed Liars 1&2 Maami New Horizon Ladies Gang 1&2 Blood is Money A trip to Jamaica Isoken Jenifa’s Diary Read the full article

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This is the Cubs prospect to watch in camp

The countdown to pitchers and catchers reporting is down to single digits for all 30 MLB clubs, but as exciting as it is to see the return of Major League stars, it's also a time to dream about the next wave of baseball talent. With the help of MLB.com's beat writers, here's a prospect to keep an eye on for each and every team in 2019.

AMERICAN LEAGUE EAST

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., 3B The Blue Jays might be in the process of rebuilding, but their upcoming Spring Training will be must-see TV because of one player. Guerrero, arguably one of the most hyped prospects in history, will report to big league camp for the first time in his career. Guerrero appeared in a handful of spring games for Toronto in 2018, but he's never been a full participant in camp and this will be the first time fans get to watch his progress from start to finish. Guerrero vs. Chris Sale, Blake Snell, Aroldis Chapman and Masahiro Tanaka: These matchups have never happened before, but they might this spring -- and if they do the entire baseball world will be watching. If Guerrero comes anywhere close to matching the hype, there are certain milestones of his career people will not want to miss, and his very first Major League Spring Training is one of them. Circle Feb. 23 on the calendar because that's when all of the fun could begin with an afternoon home game vs. the Tigers. -- Gregor Chisholm

Video: MLB Network on Vlad Jr. being game's top prospect

Orioles: Yusniel Diaz, OF Orioles camp will be full of blue-chippers eager to show the new regime what they can do as the club heads into a season in which big league opportunities figure to be available in plenty. The crop includes fast-rising Ryan Mountcastle, rebound candidates Hunter Harvey and Austin Hays, and late bloomers Ryan McKenna and Dean Kremer. But the obvious choice here is Yusniel Diaz, the prize of the Manny Machado trade and the Orioles' No. 1 prospect per MLB Pipeline. The 22-year-old Cuban slumped at Double-A last summer, but has generally rose steadily since signing with the Dodgers in November 2015. He is considered a potential five-tool player with an advanced approach at the plate, an ability to play all three outfield positions and a shot at debuting in Baltimore as early as this summer. -- Joe Trezza

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Rays: Nate Lowe, 1B Once the Rays decided to trade Jake Bauers to the Indians this offseason, it became clear that the organization believes Nate Lowe is the first baseman of the future. Lowe won the Rays' Minor League Player of the Year Award in 2018 after dominating three levels in the Minors. The Rays' No. 13 prospect according to MLB Pipeline finished with 27 homers in 2018, and scouts have little doubt that the power will translate to the Majors due to his 6-foot-4, 235-pound frame. Lowe is one of the 24 non-roster invitees at this year's Spring Training, and it will be interesting to see what Lowe can show in just over a month. There's a good chance we see Lowe at the big league level at some point in 2019, but the 23-year-old will look to display his power all throughout the spring. -- Juan Toribio

Red Sox: Bobby Dalbec, 3B The power-hitting third baseman will be in big league camp for the first time, and Red Sox fans look forward to watching him take aim at the replica Green Monster at JetBlue Park. Dalbec has the best raw power in Boston's farm system, and his batting practice sessions could be a must-see event for fans roaming the back fields. But Dalbec isn't just about offense; he was a much-improved defender at the hot corner last season, displaying a quick first step and a strong arm. Look for Dalbec to start 2019 at Double-A and likely finish it at Triple-A. A September callup isn't out of the question. -- Ian Browne

Yankees: Clint Frazier, OF Frazier's 2018 season was derailed in the Yankees' second exhibition game, when he sustained a concussion slamming into the left-field wall in Bradenton, Fla. Recurring symptoms dogged the promising outfielder throughout much of the campaign, but he recently received a clean bill of health and has eyes upon claiming the starting left-field job from Brett Gardner. Frazier was lauded for his "legendary" bat speed in 2016, when he served as the centerpiece in the Andrew Miller trade. -- Bryan Hoch

AMERICAN LEAGUE CENTRAL

Indians: Bobby Bradley, 1B For those who enjoy the long ball, Bradley will be one to keep an eye on during Spring Training. The 22-year-old first baseman has demonstrated plus power in every step of his Minor League career, launching at least 20 home runs over the last four years (27 in Class A Advanced Lake County in 2015, 29 for Class A Advanced Lynchburg in '16, 23 at Double-A Akron in '17 and 27 between Double- and Triple-A in '18). In '16, he also knocked in an impressive 102 runs in 131 contests. Bradley's powerful bat is definitely something the Indians could use in their lineup once he continues to improve his defense and trim his strikeout rate. But it may not be too much longer until he gets his chance to hit long balls and drive in runs for the big league club. Either way, look for his power to be on full display once the team arrives in Arizona. -- Mandy Bell

Royals: Richard Lovelady, LHP As we've mentioned numerous times on royals.com, Lovelady, 23, doesn't have to go on the 40-man roster until next fall. But Lovelady, who posted a 2.47 ERA last year at Triple-A Omaha with nine saves, may force the Royals' hand this spring. And there certainly are plenty of open spots in the bullpen for Lovelady to grab. A lot of eyes will be on Lovelady when camp opens. He has swing-and-miss stuff and a bulldog mentality, and general manager Dayton Moore brought his name up at the team's recent FanFest as one of those pitchers who could be the next Greg Holland, Kelvin Herrera or Wade Davis. Lovelady just needs an opportunity. -- Jeffrey Flanagan

Video: Callis on the potential of No. 17 prospect Casey Mize

Tigers: Casey Mize, RHP Mize won't be pushing for a roster spot after just 13 Minor League innings last summer. But what last year's top Draft pick shows in camp should play a big role in determining his eventual path to the big leagues.

"I'm not going to even touch the delivery," pitching coach Rick Anderson said of Mize a couple weeks ago at TigerFest. "You just let him get adapted to where he's at. I'm excited to see him, just as I was when [Beau] Burrows and [Matt] Manning came up. You get a chance to see these guys and then you sit down with [roving pitching instructor] A.J. Sager and the Minor League people and talk about where we're going with them and what their thoughts are. It's going to be fun to see him."

The Tigers' decision to invite Mize to Major League camp is similar to what Detroit did with fellow right-hander Alex Faedo, their previous year's top Draft pick. The Tigers rested Faedo for the summer of 2017 after taking him with their first pick, letting him rest his arm following extended work during the University of Florida's run to the College World Series. Before Faedo embarked on his first pro season, the Tigers gave him a glimpse of Major League pitchers and the routine they build to prepare for a season. He pitched in the Tigers' spring exhibition game against Florida Southern College before heading over to Minor League camp. Expect much of the same for Mize. -- Jason Beck

Twins: Alex Kirilloff, OF Kirilloff missed the entire 2017 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery, and his only goal entering '18 was to play a full season of healthy baseball. The former first-round selection from the '16 MLB Draft not only stayed healthy, but also had one of the most productive seasons in the Minor Leagues, leading all full-season Minor League hitters in doubles (44) while hitting .348/.392/.578 with 20 homers and 101 RBIs across two levels. The 21-year-old was named the Twins' Minor League Player of the Year, shot up to No. 9 on MLB Pipeline's top 100 prospects list and earned an invite to big league camp this coming spring.

"I'd never had an injury like that, that caused me to miss that much time," Kirilloff said. "But once it got past that point and I accepted everything, I took it as a challenge and tried to make myself better from it." -- Do-Hyoung Park

White Sox: Eloy Jimenez, OF White Sox fans continue waiting on decisions from premium free agents Machado and Bryce Harper, but in the meantime, believe they have a star of their own in the making in Jimenez. Those same fans were disappointed to not have Jimenez come to the Majors at all in 2018, especially after getting a glimpse of his raw power during Spring Training and then watching Jimenez tear through the Minors offensively. The game's No. 3 prospect overall, per MLB Pipeline, has worked diligently on his conditioning in the offseason and seems primed for an impressive rookie campaign, which should begin sometime in mid-April. -- Scott Merkin

Video: All eyes on Jimenez at White Sox Spring Training

AMERICAN LEAGUE WEST

Angels: Jo Adell, OF Adell, ranked as the No. 14 overall prospect by MLB Pipeline, is a true five-tool center fielder who has continued to make impressive adjustments in the Minors. He's coming off a breakout year that saw him hit a combined .290/.355/.543 with 20 homers, 32 doubles and 15 stolen bases in 99 games across three levels, including his first stint at Double-A despite being only 19. He'll be in Major League camp for the first time this spring, but isn't likely to reach the Majors in 2020. He'll be in the upper levels of the Minors this season, however, and is the club's most exciting home-grown prospect since Mike Trout. -- Rhett Bollinger

Video: Callis on Forrest Whitley being top pitching prospect

Astros: Forrest Whitley, RHP Whitley, the seventh-ranked overall prospect by MLB Pipeline, is one of the Astros' most highly touted prospects in the last couple of years. Whitley, who dominated at the Arizona Fall League after being held to 26 1/3 innings at Double-A Corpus Christi last year following a 50-game suspension and a pair of injuries, will probably begin the season at Triple-A Round Rock and should make his way to Houston at some point in 2019. There's a reason the Astros came out publicly and said the 6-foot-7 Whitley isn't available in trades this offseason. -- Brian McTaggart

Athletics: Jesus Luzardo, LHP All eyes will be on Luzardo when camp opens next week. The A's top prospect, all of 21 years old, is the most intriguing Opening Day rotation candidate. The southpaw sensation -- who was recently anointed the game's top left-handed pitching prospect by MLB Pipeline -- climbed three levels in the Minors in 2018 and put together a 10-5 record and 2.88 ERA with 129 strikeouts in 109 1/3 innings. Despite having just four games under his belt at the Triple-A level, the A's won't hesitate to throw him in the big league rotation with a strong spring showing. Conversely, they don't want to rush him if they feel he's not ready, and wouldn't shy away from giving him more time at Triple-A. Either way, the hype is real. Luzardo is armed with a premium arsenal -- including a high-90s fastball that features a high spin rate and an elite changeup -- and the kind of pinpoint command that typically eludes young pitchers. -- Jane Lee

Mariners: Kyle Lewis, OF With all the offseason moves by Jerry Dipoto, the Mariners are suddenly loaded with interesting young prospects, including promising pitchers Justus Sheffield, Justin Dunn and Erik Swanson, who all could impact the rotation before long. Nine of the club's Top 30 prospects per MLB Pipeline were acquired this winter. But there's a returning prospect who might be even more intriguing to keep an eye on this spring, as Lewis -- the club's No. 1 Draft pick in 2016 -- should finally be at full strength in his return from knee surgery. Fans will finally get to see Lewis in action at his first Major League camp as the 23-year-old looks to re-establish himself as a key part of the franchise's future plans. -- Greg Johns

Rangers: Taylor Hearn, LHP Spring Training will give the Rangers a chance to take a good look at Hearn, 24, who was acquired from the Pirates in a trade for Keone Kela at the end of July. He is at the forefront of a group of Minor League starting pitchers who are expected to make an impact at the big league level in two to three years. Hearn, who is from nearby Royse City, has a fastball that hits 97-98 miles per hour but still has to refine his location. He has a good feel for a changeup, but is still working on his slider. He could end up with a future in the bullpen, but the Rangers will give him a chance to start and he could be fun to watch in Spring Training. -- T.R. Sullivan

NATIONAL LEAGUE EAST

Braves: Cristian Pache, OF Andruw Jones says Pache is already the best defensive outfielder within an organization that includes Ender Inciarte, who has won three straight Gold Glove Awards. Other evaluators have opined the 20-year-old prospect might be the game's best defensive outfield prospect. The young outfielder hit the first nine homers of his professional career last year and his power will likely increase as he continues to physically mature. Pache held his own while experiencing his first big league Spring Training last year. His presence during this year's camp should give Braves fans further reason to be excited about the possibility he might be roaming the outfield with Ronald Acuna Jr. at some point during the 2020 season. -- Mark Bowman

Marlins: Victor Victor Mesa, OF Mesa, Miami's No. 1 prospect and baseball's 99th overall per MLB Pipeline, enters Spring Training as a non-roster invitee and a bit of a mystery. The 22-year-old and his younger brother, Victor Mesa Jr., defected from Cuba last May and he has not seen any real game action since. He signed for $5.25 million (and his brother for $1 million) with the Marlins in October.

The fact that the elder Mesa hasn't played in games in about a year will create plenty of intrigue as to what he can do. A speedster with a cannon for an arm, Mesa draws praises from scouts for his defensive abilities. His approach at the plate is also solid, and the thought is that he will hit for average. But there are questions as to how much power he will provide. The Marlins will give Mesa every chance to showcase himself; along with game action, he is expected to be in the bullpen tracking pitches during pitcher warmups. Marlins fans are wondering when to expect him in the big leagues, but they will have to wait because he will likely start off at either Class A Advanced Jupiter or Double-A Jacksonville. -- Joe Frisaro

Video: WLD@USA: Alonso mashes a 2-run homer to left field

Mets: Peter Alonso, 1B A vocal segment of Mets fans wanted top-ranked prospect Peter Alonso in the Majors last season. They'll be back in full-throated support of Alonso this spring, when he attempts to make the Mets' Opening Day roster despite odds stacked against him. While Alonso has nothing left to prove offensively in the Minors, slugging 36 home runs over two levels last season, the Mets must keep him down until mid-April if they want to ensure an extra year of team control.

Regardless of that decision, Alonso promises to be under a microscope this spring, as the Mets try to figure out if he really is their first baseman of the future -- particularly on defense, where he has struggled since the Mets drafted him in the second round in 2016. If all goes well, Alonso has potential to develop into one of the best right-handed sluggers in baseball. -- Anthony DiComo

Nationals: Victor Robles, OF One of the biggest reasons the Nationals could potentially lose Harper and still be OK? Robles, the club's top prospect and MLB Pipeline's No. 4 overall prospect in baseball. Had he not hyperextended his left elbow on a diving catch last April, Robles would have received his chance in D.C. last season. Instead, his friend Juan Soto got the chance and he ran with the opportunity. This year will be Robles' turn.

Washington is going to hand Robles the job as the everyday center fielder because the team believes he is ready to show off all of his tools: The speed around the bases and in the outfield, the instincts and arm on defense and an approach at the plate that they do not believe will be overwhelmed by big league pitching -- along with enough power to make pitchers pay for mistakes. Robles is about to get his chance to prove himself this season, and the Nationals hope he will end up roaming the outfield at Nationals Park for years to come. -- Jamal Collier

Phillies: Adam Haseley, OF The Phillies selected Haseley with the eighth overall pick in the 2017 MLB Draft, and there is some thought that he could push for a job on the big league roster later this season, if he plays well and if there is a need. Haseley opened last season with Class A Clearwater before being promoted to Double-A Reading. He put up impressive numbers with Reading, batting .316 with six home runs, 17 RBIs and an .880 OPS in 159 plate appearances. If the Phillies sign Harper at some point this spring, it obviously hurts Haseley's chances to make a big league impact in 2019. But if Harper signs elsewhere, the Phillies could have a use for Haseley mid-summer, especially with outfielders like Odubel Herrera and Aaron Altherr trying to rebound from disappointing seasons, and Roman Quinn having an extensive injury history. -- Todd Zolecki

NATIONAL LEAGUE CENTRAL

Brewers: Keston Hiura, 2B In this case, the must-see prospect in camp might also be the one with the chance to make the biggest impact. Hiura impressed manager Craig Counsell and the Major League staff last year by batting .419 with a .986 OPS in 31 Cactus League at-bats before a solid season split between Class A Advanced Carolina and Double-A Biloxi -- as well as a strong showing in the Arizona Fall League, where he posted a .934 OPS. President of baseball operations David Stearns has already said Hiura will begin the season in the Minors, but with the big club poised to start a platoon of Cory Spangenberg and Hernan Perez or Tyler Saladino, Hiura could have callup potential once Super 2 territory is cleared. -- Adam McCalvy

Video: Mayo on Reyes being a prospect to keep an eye out for

Cardinals: Alex Reyes, RHP Reyes has been the Cardinals' top-ranked prospect for four straight seasons, but he's eager to graduate from that list this season. He missed 2017 while recovering from Tommy John surgery and made just one start (four innings) in 2018 before requiring surgery to repair a torn tendon in his lat muscle. His rehab schedule has him on track to be ready to pitch in Spring Training, and the Cards will use the next several weeks to assess his health and optimal fit for the season ahead. They remain open to using him as a starter or reliever, depending on need. -- Jenifer Langosch

Cubs: Nico Hoerner, SS Chicago built its core through position players at the top of the MLB Draft, and the club is hoping that Hoerner (taken 24th overall in the '18 Draft) will soon fit into that same category. The 21-year-old Stanford product has certainly turned heads since turning pro. A left elbow issue limited Hoerner to 14 games last season, but the shortstop posted a 1.021 OPS in 60 plate appearances. He then opened eyes with Mesa in the Arizona Fall League, hitting .337 with one homer, four doubles, four triples and an .867 OPS in 21 games. With his bat-to-ball ability and impressive exit velocities, Hoerner could develop fast and grow into more power. MLB Pipeline listed him in the final spot in the latest Top 100 rankings and projected that he could reach MLB by the 2020 season. If Hoerner gets some Cactus League action this spring, Cubs fans will want to pay attention. -- Jordan Bastian

Pirates: Mitch Keller, RHP Last year, Keller said it was "kind of a big deal" to pitch two innings in a mid-March Grapefruit League game. Pirates fans will get a much longer glimpse at the club's top prospect this spring. Keller, MLB Pipeline's No. 19 overall prospect, will be in big league camp from the start and may be preparing for his Major League debut at some point this summer. He has a plus fastball and curveball, and the Bucs have been stressing the importance of his changeup over the past few years. The 22-year-old right-hander is set to begin the season with Triple-A Indianapolis, where he initially struggled last season before finishing strong. Third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes, Pittsburgh's No. 2 prospect and a dynamic defender with an improving bat, will also be in big league camp for the first time this spring. -- Adam Berry

Reds: Nick Senzel, 3B/2B/OF Cincinnati's prospect to watch happens to also be the organization's No. 1 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline, and MLB's No. 6 overall. Senzel is back for his second big league camp, but this one has much more at stake. The Reds have an opening in center field and Senzel -- a career infielder -- has spent most of his offseason learning the position to try to make the team. Senzel could also make the club in a super-utility type role where he plays regularly. If the 23-year-old hadn't had a bout of vertigo and a broken right finger last season, he likely would already be in the Major Leagues. Now he must show not only that he can stay healthy, but that he can also be a quick learner to take on a new position at the game's highest level. -- Mark Sheldon

NATIONAL LEAGUE WEST

D-backs: Jazz Chisholm, SS D-backs fans who got out to watch Arizona Fall League games last year got a sneak peek at Chisholm. Signed in the 2015 international class, Chisholm is an athletic shortstop that has moved up steadily through the system. While his ETA in the big leagues is probably not until 2020 and he could be one of the early cuts in camp, D-backs fans should take advantage of the opportunity this spring to get a glimpse of what the future looks like for the organization at shortstop. -- Steve Gilbert

Dodgers: Keibert Ruiz, C Assuming he isn't dealt in a trade for J.T. Realmuto or Corey Kluber, Ruiz will be the prospect that draws the most attention because he's younger than outfielder Alex Verdugo or fellow catcher Will Smith -- and might also have the highest ceiling. Ruiz spent all last year at Double-A and is only 20 years old now. With Austin Barnes, Russell Martin, Rocky Gale and Smith ahead of him on the depth chart, the big question is how much spring playing time Ruiz will get. -- Ken Gurnick

Giants: Joey Bart, C Bart, the Giants' top prospect, will headline the list of 18 non-roster invitees at big league camp this spring. The second overall pick out of Georgia Tech in last June's Draft, Bart quickly lived up to expectations after batting .298 with a .983 OPS and 13 home runs in 45 games with Class A Salem-Keizer in 2018. With Buster Posey on the mend from major hip surgery, the 22-year-old Bart could see a lot of action early in camp, giving the Giants plenty of opportunities to evaluate their promising young catcher. -- Maria Guardado

Video: MLB Network highlights No. 2 prospect Tatis' talents

Padres: Fernando Tatis Jr., SS Who else? Tatis is presumably the answer to the Padres' decade-long shortstop question, and there's a chance he answers it in a big way. MLB Pipeline rated him as the sport's No. 2 overall prospect, and he's the rare five-tool talent without a glaring flaw in his game. Tatis, who has only played a few months at Double-A, will have his work cut out for him to make the Opening Day roster. He's got service-time concerns working against him as well. But he's going to arrive in San Diego soon enough. And he'll bring plenty of swagger with him. -- AJ Cassavell

Rockies: Brendan Rodgers, INF Rodgers -- the No. 10 prospect in the Majors according to MLB Pipeline -- is in Major League camp for the second straight year, but this is his first shot at breaking with the big club as he competes for the starting second base job. Ryan McMahon, Garrett Hampson (the Rockies' No. 4 prospect) and Pat Valaika also are in the running for the job. Realistically, for Rodgers to not start the season at Triple-A Albuquerque, he'll have to win the job with a breakthrough spring -- like the one shortstop Trevor Story accomplished in 2016. -- Thomas Harding

Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/each-mlb-teams-prospect-to-watch-in-2019/c-303523464

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Osas Ighodaro, Inidima Okojie and Other Stylish Women at the 2017 Eloy Awards!

Last night saw the annual Eloy Awards which held at the Intercontinental hotel in Victoria Island. The event which is organised for women of excellence and began in 2009, is a long conceived idea come to life. The Exquisite Lady of the Year (ELOY), the first ever successful award ceremony of its kind was packaged and launched by Exquisite Magazine, led by its publisher, Tewa Onasanya saw a host…

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​ELOY Awards 2017 Red Carpet Photos...

​ELOY Awards 2017 Red Carpet Photos…

The Exquisite Lady of the Year (ELOY) Awards with the themed “The Year of Inspiration” held last night to celebrate women doing exceptionally well in their fields and those who have made a great impact in the society at Oriental Hotel, Lagos.  Photos from #eloyawards2017

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U.S. Special Forces Soldier Dies in Free-Fall Training Accident

#USArmy Special Forces Soldier Dies in Training Accident.

A U.S. Army Special Forces soldier died during a routine military free-fall training exercise near Eloy, Arizona on Jan. 14.

The deceased was identified as Master Sgt. Nathan Goodman, 36, of Hope Mills, North Carolina. The incident is currently under investigation.

Goodman was born in Pasadena, California and grew up near Chicago, Illinois. He enlisted July 23, 2002, completed Basic and Advanced…

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Tuesday Sports activities in Temporary

http://tinyurl.com/y23psqe7 SOCCER PARIS (AP) — Former UEFA president Michel Platini was arrested in relation to the awarding of the 2022 World Cup to Qatar, a judicial official stated Tuesday. Confirming a report by on-line information publication Mediapart, the official stated Platini was taken into custody on Tuesday as a part of the investigation into the awarding of the event. The official spoke on situation of anonymity as a result of they weren’t licensed to debate an ongoing investigation. Platini, a former France soccer nice, was being detained on the Anti-Corruption Workplace of the Judicial Police exterior Paris. Claude Gueant, the previous secretary basic of the Elysee underneath former French president Nicolas Sarkozy, was additionally questioned by investigators as a part of the probe however was not detained. French monetary prosecutors have been investigating the bidding course of for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups and beforehand questioned former FIFA president Sepp Blatter. BASEBALL SAN DIEGO (AP) – Main League Baseball says it was inappropriate for the umpire’s union to touch upon the one-game suspension levied towards San Diego Padres star Manny Machado for his conduct following his ejection for arguing a known as third strike Saturday at Colorado. The MLB Umpires Affiliation stated in a tweet Tuesday that Machado was suspended for contact with an umpire ”and VIOLENTLY throwing his bat towards the backstop with completely no regard to anybody’s security.” The tweet added that ”Violence within the office just isn’t tolerated” and requested ”Is that this actually what MLB needs to show our youth?” MLB stated in an announcement that MLB Chief Baseball Officer Joe Torre ”thought of all of the details and circumstances of Machado’s conduct, together with precedent, in figuring out the suitable stage of self-discipline” and it does ”not consider it’s acceptable for the union representing Main League Umpires to touch upon the self-discipline of gamers represented by the Gamers Affiliation.” MLB additionally says it’s ”inappropriate” to check Machado’s outburst to the ”terribly critical situation of office violence.” WASHINGTON (AP) – Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer suffered a damaged nostril when he took a ball off his face throughout batting follow on Tuesday. Scherzer was injured whereas trying a bunt. The crew stated a CT scan was unfavourable. The three-time Cy Younger Award winner was scheduled to start out one of many two video games of Washington’s day-night doubleheader towards Philadelphia on Wednesday. The Nationals stated Scherzer’s standing – in addition to the crew’s pitching plan for the doubleheader – was nonetheless to be decided. Scherzer is 5-5 with a 2.81 ERA. CHICAGO (AP) – The Chicago White Sox plan to increase the protecting netting all the way in which to the foul poles at Assured Fee Subject, turning into the primary main league crew to take such a step within the wake of a few high-profile fan accidents. The White Sox and Illinois Sports activities Services Authority, which owns the ballpark, are hoping to finish the mission this summer time. They are saying they’ll announce extra particulars at a later date. Following suggestions from Main League Baseball, by the beginning of the 2018 season all 30 groups had expanded their protecting netting to at the very least the far ends of the dugouts after a number of followers had been injured by foul balls in 2017. However a liner off the bat of Chicago Cubs outfielder Albert Almora Jr. struck a younger lady in Houston in Might, and a girl was hit by a foul ball from White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez in Chicago on June 10. Every of the incidents occurred within the stands past the dugout on the third base facet. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) – Authorities within the Dominican Republic on Tuesday introduced the arrest of an 11th suspect within the tried killing of former Boston Red Sox star David Ortiz. An official recognized the suspect as Franklin Junior Meran. The official, who agreed to reveal the knowledge provided that not quoted by identify as a result of they weren’t licensed to debate the case publicly, informed The Related Press that Meran is accused of renting one of many automobiles used within the June 9 taking pictures at a bar in Santo Domingo. Ten different suspects have already been ordered to spend a yr in preventive detention because the investigation continues, together with the alleged shooter. Authorities say they’re on the lookout for at the very least three different suspects, together with the person they consider paid the hit males. Story continues Medical doctors at Massachusetts Normal Hospital upgraded Ortiz’s situation from ”guarded” to ”good.” -By Martin Jose Adames Alcantara. BASKETBALL BOSTON (AP) – Boston Celtics heart Al Horford will decline his participant possibility for subsequent season and turn into an unrestricted free agent, an individual accustomed to the choice has informed The Related Press. The individual spoke to the AP on the situation of anonymity Tuesday as a result of the choice has not been introduced. ESPN was first to report Horford’s resolution. A five-time All-Star, the 33-year-old Horford joins level guard Kyrie Irving, who additionally will not train his possibility to stay in Boston for the ultimate yr of his contract. Horford signed a four-year, $113 million deal in 2016. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – A deputy suffered a concussion and is on medical go away after an altercation with the president of the Toronto Raptors as he tried to affix his crew on the court docket to rejoice their NBA championship, a lawyer stated Tuesday. The 20-year-veteran of the Alameda County Sheriff’s Workplace additionally has a critical jaw harm and is contemplating submitting a lawsuit towards Raptors President Masai Ujiri, lawyer David Mastagni stated. The conflict between the deputy and Ujiri occurred because the deputy checked court-access credentials after the sport Thursday in Oakland towards the Golden State Warriors. Authorities say Ujiri tried to stroll previous the deputy however the deputy stopped him as a result of he did not see Ujiri’s on-court credentials. Ujiri pushed the deputy, who pushed him again earlier than Ujiri ”made a second, extra vital shove and through that shove his arm struck our deputy within the facet of the top,” sheriff’s Sgt. Ray Kelly stated. He stated Ujiri additionally shouted obscenities. AUTO RACING NASCAR has suspended Johnny Sauter for one race for deliberately ramming into Austin Hill throughout the Truck Collection race in Iowa. The game’s sanctioning physique introduced on Tuesday that Sauter will probably be stored out of this weekend’s race exterior St. Louis. His postseason eligibility won’t be affected. Hill nicked the again of Sauter’s truck at Iowa Speedway, sending Sauter into the wall and drawing a warning flag. Whereas Sunday’s race was nonetheless underneath yellow, Sauter received his truck spun round straight earlier than dashing up and driving proper into the again of Hill’s truck. NASCAR parked Sauter for the remainder of the race. Hill, who had tangled with Sauter the week earlier than in Texas, completed 12th. — Extra AP sports activities: https://apnews.com/apf-sports and https://twitter.com/AP-Sports activities Source link

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(Pittsfield, MA– November 1, 2018) Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in the Berkshires under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd, is honored that two plays that premiered at BSC – American Son and The Chinese Lady – can now be seen in New York.

“We’re thrilled that both American Son and The Chinese Lady are reaching wider audiences in NYC this fall,” said Julianne Boyd. “In the case of American Son, it’s extremely rewarding to know that a play we commissioned, developed and premiered at Barrington Stage has found a home on Broadway. The collaboration with the Ma-Yi Theatre Company on The Chinese Lady has been a true partnership, and we are excited to be following this important play to its new home on Theatre Row in NYC.”

American Son by Christopher Demos-Brown was commissioned by BSC and won the Laurents/Hatcher Foundation Award for its world premiere at BSC in 2016. Directed by Julianne Boyd, the BSC production starred Tamara Tunie and Michael Hayden.

“Barrington Stage is a phenomenal place to develop new work,” said playwright Christopher Demos-Brown.  “It’s a beautiful place to spend time in the summer, there’s a sophisticated audience and Julie Boyd is a fantastic director who pours her heart and soul into the process.”

The Broadway production starring Kerry Washington and Steven Pasquale began previews October 6 for a November 4 opening at the Booth Theatre.

Lloyd Suh’s The Chinese Lady had its world premiere at BSC July 20 through August 11 earlier this year in a co-production with Ma-Yi Theater Company and will arrive Off Broadway at The Beckett Theatre on Theatre Row from November 7 – 18.

Daniel K. Isaac and Shannon Tyo in “The Chinese Lady” at Barrington Stage in 2018. Photo by Eloy Garcia.

Tamara Tunie and Michael Hayden as Scott Connor in “American Son” at Barrington Stage in 2016. Photo by Scott Barrow.

“Opening The Chinese Lady at Barrington Stage this summer gave us a chance to play before enthusiastic, savvy theatergoers —not unlike what we would have in New York,” said director Ralph Peña. “We learned a lot there, and we’ve made tweaks for the Off Broadway run that help the storytelling a bit more.”

Barrington Stage Company recently announced three productions for its upcoming 25th season – Into the Woods, the musical classic by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine; the world premiere new musical Fall Springs, by Niko Tsakalakos and Peter Sinn Nachtrieb; and Gertrude and Claudius, a new play by Mark St. Germain.

2019 Season Passes are now on sale and available at www.barringtonstageco.org or by calling 413-236-8888 or visiting the Wolfson Box Office (122 North Street, Pittsfield, MA). Single tickets for Into the Woods, Fall Springs and Gertrude and Claudius will be available in March 2019.

ABOUT BARRINGTON STAGE COMPANY

Barrington Stage Company (BSC) is an award-winning regional theatre located in Pittsfield, MA, in the heart of the Berkshires. Co-founded in 1995 by Artistic Director Julianne Boyd, BSC has a three-fold mission: to present top-notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals; and to find fresh, bold ways of bringing new audiences into the theatre—especially young people. Barrington Stage garnered national attention in 2004 when it premiered William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin’s musical hit The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, which later transferred to Broadway where it won two Tony Awards. In 2009, BSC premiered Mark St. Germain’s Freud’s Last Session, which later moved Off Broadway and played for two years. St. Germain’s Becoming Dr. Ruth (which premiered at BSC as Dr. Ruth, All the Way) played Off Broadway at the Westside Theatre. BSC’s all-time record-breaking musical On the Town was originally produced at BSC in 2013 before transferring to Broadway, where it was nominated for four Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. In 2016, Barrington Stage swept the first annual Berkshire Theatre Awards by winning 20 out of the 25 awards. Also in 2016, BSC produced the world premiere of American Son, which won the Laurents/Hatcher Award for Best New Play and opens on Broadway in November 2018. In 2017, BSC produced the much-lauded revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s Company, starring Aaron Tveit. In 2018, BSC produced the critically-acclaimed production of West Side Story in honor of Leonard Bernstein and Jerome Robbins’ 100th birthdays. BSC has won the Best of the Berkshires Readers’ Choice for Best Live Theatre for the past two years. 2019 marks BSC’s 25th Season Anniversary.

Barrington Stage Company is Pleased to Announce Two Plays Now in New York – “American Son” and “The Chinese Lady” (Pittsfield, MA– November 1, 2018) Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in the Berkshires under the leadership of Artistic Director Julianne Boyd, is honored that two plays that premiered at BSC - …

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The stunning Idia Aisien adds another feather to her media cap by being announced as the host for the upcoming Glitz Style Awards in Ghana.

The annual Glitz Style Awards, a celebration of all things fashion and elegance has announced award-winning media personality Idia Aisien as the host for the 2018 edition.

Idia is an award winning media personality who is known for her roles as an international television presenter, model and brand ambassador. She is also the recipient for the 2017 ELOY Awards Presenter for the Year for Terrestrial and online platform.

 The Glitz Style awards is an annual event that celebrates style trend - setting individuals who defy the odds with their fashion style. The 2018 edition of the Glitz Style Awards will be at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra on September 1st and the event is sure to be graced by celebrities and high profile personalities from Africa. The Glitz Style awards provides the opportunity for the fashion industry to celebrate and promote the creative talents in Africa, and we are excited to see Idia nail hosting the award in stunning outfits.  

For more information, visit www.idiaaisien.com 

Instagram handle for Idia Aisien @doctoridia

Press Contact for Idia Aisien Management, The PR Boy @theprboy_

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Miss World Ecuador 2018 award goes to Nicol Ocles

Miss World Ecuador 2018 award goes to Nicol Ocles

Nicol Ocles from Imbabura has crowned Miss World Ecuador 2018 by Romina Zeballos (Miss World Ecuador 2017) at the Civic Center Theater “Eloy Alfaro” in Guayaquil on Saturday night of 23rd June 2018. She has also won Miss Sports special award.

Nicol Ocles will represent Ecuador at the Miss World 2018 beauty contest this year.

Miss Guayas, Carla Pradohas won the First Runner-up title and she will…

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The Carroll Group takes the top spot at Douglas Elliman’s Florida awards

Chad Carroll and his team (Credit: World Red Eye)

Douglas Elliman’s Florida brokerage generated $3.6 billion in sales volume in 2017, up 34 percent from the previous year. And Chad Carroll’s team took home the top prize at the firm’s annual awards ceremony on Monday.

The Carroll Group was Elliman’s No. 1 team in 2017, closing deals that included the $12.4 million sale of a waterfront Coconut Grove house and a $21 million trade of a Manalapan mansion. He was the listing agent for both.

The Alexander Team came in at the No. 2 producing team in Florida, followed by Carmenate + Duchon Residential, the Goihman Group and the Bill and Bryan Team. Eloy Carmenate and Mick Duchon listed the spec home at 4555 Pine Tree Drive, which sold in February 2017 for $22.6 million. Oren and Tal Alexander of the Alexander Team brought the buyer for that deal.

The top five agents in Florida were Maria Mendelsohn, Steve Solomon, Raul Santidrian, Senada Adzem and Pablo Alfaro. Mendelsohn, a top producer in Wellington, brokered deals that included an equestrian estate Frank McCourt sold for $12 million.

At the awards ceremony at Etaru in Hallandale Beach, Fred Botwinik was also awarded top commercial agent of the year. The awards are based on gross commissions.

Nationwide, Elliman’s sales volume in 2017 was $26.1 billion, up from $24.6 billion in 2016. In California, the company closed deals totaling $4 billion last year, a 16 percent increase.

Elliman pulled in more revenue despite the slowdown in development sales by expanding to new markets, including Boston. The brokerage also opened new offices in Brickell and Boca Raton.

from The Real Deal Miami https://therealdeal.com/miami/2018/03/05/the-carroll-group-takes-the-top-spot-at-douglas-ellimans-florida-awards/ via IFTTT

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It was all glitz and glam On Sunday, November 26, 2017 at the Exquisite Women of the Year (ELOY) Awards 2017 which took place at Intercontinental hotel, Lagos. The ELOY Awards consistently holds every year to celebrate women who have been exceptional in all their endeavours and various fields during the course of the year and this year being the 9th edition was no different as the ELOY Awards hosted and celebrated Nigerian women from all walks of life. The event started with the Red carpet at 5pm, the entire entry way was beautifully occupied by some of our sponsors to showcase their craft.

There was a beauty lounge by Dabota Cosmetics with lots of freebies and free makeovers, Instant pick up had a stand where they familiarized guests about their services, they also gave 5 hampers to lucky guests during the course of the event, a Mamador oil stand was also on standby as they treated the guests to delicious chicken drum sticks and snails fried with Mamador oil.  Martini and Coca-cola also had their mini bars where they served guests. Top designer Ayo Van Elmar also showcased her pieces all over the entry way with beautifully adorned mannequins.

The event started with an opening prayer, then an opening speech from the brain behind ELOY Awards, Mrs Tewa Onasanya after which she unveiled the new ELOY Awards Logo which she said represents a woman’s strength, power, courage, determination and empowerment. The keynote speech was delivered by Real Estate Mogul Mrs Udo Okonjo. There were performances by Ruby Gyang and Aramide in between the awards, while Sunkanmi closed the show with an amazing performance.

ELOY AWARDS WINNERS 2017

1.      FASHION DESIGNER OF THE YEAR BISOLA ADENIYI – LADY BIDA 2.      ON AIR PERSONALITY MOET ABEBE – SOUND CITY FM ADEYINKA – R2 FM IBADAN

3.      BLOGGER OF THE YEAR OMA EHIRI – SOTECTONIC.COM

4.      EVENTS COMPANY SPONSORED BY SUBZERO-TRENDS DUNAMIS EVENTS – FUNBI AKINYOSOYE

5.      MAKE UP ARTIST MISZ POSHMUA – LINDA ONYINYE CHUKWUKA

6.      TV PRESENTER (Terrestrial and Online TV) IDIA AISIEN – STYLE 101 SHOW, SPICE TV

7.      ACTRESS BIG SCREEN TOYIN ABRAHAM – ALAKADA RELOADED

8.      FEMALE SOCIAL ENTREPRENEUR ABISOYE AJAYI – AKINFOLARIN – GIRL CODING (PEARL AFRICA FOUNDATION)

9.      FEMALE YOUTUBER SISI YEMMIE

10.     TV ACTRESS (TERRESTIAL AND ONLINE TV) ABIMBOLA CRAIG – SKINNY GIRL IN TRANSIT – NDANI TV

11.     FEMALE CHEF / FOOD DESIGNER SPONSORED BY MAMADOR BUKKY TINKO – THE KITCHEN MUSE

12.     BEAUTY ENTREPRENEUR GOOD HAIR LIMITED

13.     FEMALE MOVIE DIRECTOR KEMI ADETIBA – THE WEDDING PARTY

14.     FEMALE MUSIC ARTIST OF THE YEAR SYMPLY SIMI – JOROMI

15.     ELOY WOMAN WHO INSPIRES AWARD IN TOURISM CHIAMAKA OBUEKWE

16.     ELOY WOMAN WHO INSPIRES IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR CHINYERE ANOKURU

Photography Credit: @elziavibestudio

ELOY AWARDS 2017 HIGHLIGHTS AND WINNERS It was all glitz and glam On Sunday, November 26, 2017 at the Exquisite Women of the Year (ELOY) Awards 2017 which took place at Intercontinental hotel, Lagos.

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Peace Hyde covers Exquisite Magazine as a 2017 influencer

The Exquisite Magazine, creators of the prestigious ELOY Awards have unveiled the cover for the 2017 edition of the magazine featuring influential women making an impact in Nigeria. The ladies who were selected because of their achievements so far in their different fields, include leading Ghanaian media personality and the new Head of digital media and partnerships at Forbes Africa, Peace Hyde,…

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Photos:Toyin Abraham, Iyabo Ojo, Others Look Stunning At ELOY Awards 2017 http://ift.tt/2iWVX7N

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Toyin Aimakhu emerges Best Actress [Big Screen ] at Eloy Awards

Actress Toyin Aimakhu, is still riding high.

Toyin, who have had quite a successful 2017, has added another feat by emerging as the Best Actress [Big Screen] at the just concluded eloy awards.

Big congrats to her.