I’ve listed a few of my favorite stories that I’ve written and reported on. Each one highlights a different angle and showcases my passion for storytelling and sports journalism. To explore my full collection of published work, you can view all of my stories here.
Along with writing, as Assistant Sports Editor, I have been managing a team of over 10 sports reporters alongside the Sports Editor.
I covered how No. 6 Iowa State wrestling made Nov. 30 a day to remember, snapping a 20 year skid against No. 3 Iowa behind MJ Gaitan’s dramatic upset just hours after a Hawkeye fan at Caseys doubted him. Photo: Taniyah Britt
I covered how the Iowa State Athletics Hall of Fame represents the university’s highest honor, detailing its rigorous selection process, the celebration of the 2025 class, including Chris Bono and A.J. Klein, and how each induction cements a lasting legacy within Cyclone athletics. Photo: Colby Schwantes
I wrote about how Iowa State’s volleyball coaching staff helped the team adjust and rally for a 3–1 win over West Virginia. The story highlights each coach’s role, the in-game adjustments they made, and how teamwork between coaches and players led to the comeback. Photo: Andrew Jesus
I covered how Iowa State men’s basketball reshaped its roster with five freshmen and four transfers, highlighting a new Wisconsin recruiting pipeline, international additions from Germany and France, and key portal pickups shaping the Cyclones’ future. Photo: Colby Schwantes
I covered Iowa State women’s volleyball’s annual Dig Pink and Pink Out match, highlighting record fan turnout, alumni recognition, survivor involvement, and the program’s long-standing commitment to Breast Cancer Awareness as the Cyclones rallied behind the cause to earn their first home sweep of the season. Photo: August Anderson