In this personal sports narrative, I reflect on the years of pressure, doubt, and growth that led to earning a Division I soccer scholarship. Rather than focusing on one highlight, this piece explores how the journey itself, through injury, setbacks, and resilience, became my greatest sports moment and shaped who I am beyond the field.

This investigative story examines the growing overdose crisis in Reno and Washoe County, with a focus on how drug abuse impacts college students and socially vulnerable communities. Through data reporting and interviews with public-health experts, it explores harm-reduction efforts, campus prevention programs, and statewide policy changes aimed at saving lives.

This photo essay highlights some of the best coffee shops in Reno, capturing the spaces that shape the city’s local culture and community. Through visual storytelling, it showcases how independent cafés serve as creative, social, and cultural hubs.

This explainer breaks down the rise of NIL (name, image, and likeness) in college athletics, outlining what NIL is, how it began, and how it functions today. Using examples of high-value athletes and current changes like the House v. NCAA settlement, I explain how NIL is transforming recruiting, revenue-sharing, and the future of collegiate sports.

This community feature profiles Pink Sugar Coffee, a women-owned coffee truck redefining Reno’s afternoon coffee culture. The story highlights entrepreneurship, cultural tradition, and how the cousins behind the brand are building a space rooted in empowerment and identity.

In this feature story, I explore the rapid rise of women’s college sports and what is fueling its growth—from record-breaking viewership to the expanding influence of NIL and social media. Using examples like Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Livvy Dunne, I highlight how female athletes are building powerful brands beyond their universities. The story includes expert insight on ticket demand, revenue shifts, and the future impact of major NCAA changes such as the House v. NCAA settlement.