Optimism & Opportunity: Joey Daccord's Long Journey to the NHL
The Hockey Writers, March 2021
When I sat down with Ottawa Senators prospect Joey Daccord to record episode two of the Get Your Head in the Game podcast, the NHL season had yet to begin. Some 5 months later, Daccord is with the Senators, playing consistently at the NHL level. After earning his first career NHL win on the 14th, it was only fitting to retell his story from that interview in November, and how far he's come as a player. In my first ever feature story, get to know Joey and his journey to the NHL.
Grading the NHL's Reverse Retro Jerseys
The Hockey Writers, November 2020
Adidas recently unveiled a fresh set of tarps, dubbed the "Reverse Retro" Series. Which ones do we like? Which ones do we hate? Find out here.
From Vegas to Tokyo: Cambage, Wilson, Gray to Represent Aces at Olympics
Venus Sports, June 2021
The Las Vegas Aces are among the top teams in the entire WNBA. Now, three of their players will be representing the franchise at the Olympic Games in Tokyo. Hear what A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray had to say in reaction to the roster announcement.
Toronto Six Make Another Statement with Saroya Tinker Homecoming
Venus Sports, June 2021
The Toronto Six continued adding in free agency, locking up 23 year-old Saroya Tinker, simultaneously bringing her back to the Greater Toronto Area. What can Six fans expect from the new addition? I explain all that and more.
Click the book cover to read the virtual edition of The Definition of Creativity, my first independently published book. Encompassed in the 17 chapter story are anecdotes, personal memories, as well as in-depth opinions about various subjects relevant in today's landscape. As an 18 year old, I caught a lot of people off guard when I announced that I had written something of this magnitude. Nonetheless, my peers thoroughly enjoyed it and I hope you do as well.
Click the book cover to read Assembly Required, my second independently published book. I took a much more artistic and philosophical approach to the topics referenced here, which ultimately contrasts my first book nicely. Shining a much needed light on subjects like mental health, systemic racism, and the inevitable conclusion of my high school journey, my second novel serves as an important placeholder for one of the best periods of my life so far.