Nicole Giordano

Founder, PUCKer Up Sports

Team Member Since May 2018

Twitter: @nikkigiordano_

Instagram: @n_leighh

My name is Nikki! I'm the founder and CEO of PUCKer Up Sports. What started as a girl with a dream has expanded into something truly magical and I am proud of the family that we've created! When I'm not writing or talking about hockey (which isn't often), I'm probably traveling for a concert or a music festival. I love a new adventure and exploring other countries. PUCKer Up is my baby and I can't wait to continue providing great coverage throughout the NHL.

Chapter Head, Toronto

Team Member Since August 2019

Twitter: @s_prevot

Instagram: @s_prevot

Hello! I'm Sam and I am the chapter head of PUCKer Up Toronto! I'm a graduate of Quinnipiac University where I majored in journalism and minored in sports studies. I am currently a production assistant at Bleacher Report in New York City, where I help create social content and curate our Snapchat story. I have always loved sports (particularly hockey) and writing/creating which led me on this path to journalism. I grew up in the city, but fell in love with those Leafy boys in the Great White North, so I'm very excited to have the opportunity to cover them and be a part of this amazing fam at PUCKer Up!

Journalist, Toronto

Team Member Since January 2019

Twitter: @aliciaa_orton

Instagram: @aliciaaorton

Hi!! I'm Alicia and I'm a journalist for the Toronto chapter of PUCKer Up. I'm a 1st year university student at the University of Toronto studying kinesiology. I'm stoked to be living downtown next year, and get to see all of the amazing things the city has to offer, and get to watch some Leafs and Marlies. I hope that all the chapters of PUCKer Up continue to grow and flourish this season.

Journalist, Toronto

Team Member Since August 2019

Twitter: @clairepalmster

Instagram: @clairepalmer00

Hey everyone! I'm Claire, one of the journalists in the Toronto chapter! I'm passionate about what I do and about women in sports! I know how important it is for girls to see girls putting in the work in the industry and how it validates that girls belong in sports! I've been a Leafs fan since I was seven and I haven't shut up about the team since! Right now, I'm completing my Masters in media, journalism, and communications at Western University, and I can't wait for you to read my hot takes and help grow PUCKer Up!

Journalist, Toronto

Team Member Since October 2019

Twitter: @jensession

Instagram: @jensession

Hi! I'm Jen, a journalist for PUCKerUp Toronto. I'm currently a junior in high school and I plan on majoring in journalism in college. I live on Long Island in New York, and while I grew up watching the New York Rangers, I've developed a soft spot for the Leafs over the past few years (thanks to Steve Dangle). When I'm not watching hockey, I love to watch baseball, go to concerts, write poetry, play with my cats, and make macaroni and cheese. I'm so excited to share what I have to say with all of you!

Social Media, Toronto

Team Member Since November 2019

Twitter: @sunnycollins_

Instagram: @sunnycollins_

Hi! I’m Sunny, the Toronto Chapter’s Head of Social Media! I am currently a junior journalism student at East Carolina University. I am also the host of “Puck Drop”, a bi-weekly radio show which airs on WZMB 91.3 FM in Greenville, North Carolina and focuses on the area’s local hockey teams and the Carolina Hurricanes. I am super excited to be working with PUCKerUp to cover one of my favorite teams and to interact will all of you on our twitter (you should follow us, @PUCKerUpToronto)!

Journalist, Toronto

Team Member Since May 2020

Twitter: @scoffieg

Instagram: @scoffieg

Hi there! I'm Grace, a junior hockey lunatic from Northern Ontario. Right now, I'm in the RTA Sport Media program at Ryerson University, and I'm loving it! I've been a hockey fan my whole life, but really got into it when I started live-tweeting Soo Greyhounds games in 2017. Other than sports, I also love to listen to and play music, bake cupcakes, and hangout with my pals. I'm so excited to be apart of the team here at PUCKerUp and am happy to create some content for you all!