WRITING SAMPLES
A few excerpts, followed by a "Read More" button linked to the entire written post of some of the work I've composed during my time in sports journalism.
CHICAGO STEEL WRITE-UPS
Some of the most engaged with recaps and stories from the year with the Chicago Steel.
Celebrini, Hage Selected in First Round of NHL Draft
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — Former Chicago Steel forward Macklin Celebrini was selected by the San Jose Sharks with the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft Friday. He became the second Steel alumnus to be selected with the number one pick, joining Owen Power, who was taken first overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2021 NHL Draft.
Later in Round 1, former Steel forward Michael Hage was selected by the Montréal Canadiens with the 21st overall pick in the first round.
Steel Respond to Force Deciding Game 3
GREEN BAY, WI — Under the lights on the must-win, playoff stage, Chicago bounced back with five goals and a 32 save showing from Louka Cloutier as the Steel defeated the Green Bay Gamblers 5-2 in Game 2 of the best-of-three First Round series on Tuesday night at Resch Center.
The win forces a decisive Game 3 of the series to be played Wednesday, April 17 at 7:05 p.m.
Series Preview: Steel Open First Round of Playoffs Against Gamblers
GENEVA, ILLINOIS — After mounting an in-season turnaround after losing ten of their first 11 games, the Steel will begin their quest for their third Clark Cup Monday night after qualifying for the playoffs for the eighth straight season, taking on the Green Bay Gamblers in a best-of-three First Round series with the entire series taking place at Resch Center in Green Bay, WI.
The Steel are the #6 seed, while Green Bay dropped to the #3 spot Saturday following its final regular season game.
Hage Earns Second USHL Forward of the Week Award
GENEVA, ILLINOIS — Chicago Steel forward Michael Hage has been named USHL Forward of the Week, the league announced Monday. It marks the second time in three weeks that Hage has earned the award.
The University of Michigan commit had four goals and four assists (8 pts) this past weekend in helping the Steel to three victories as they continued to battle for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.
Sparks Fly as Steel Score Five in Eras Night Victory
GENEVA, IL — In front of a record-setting crowd on Chicago Steel: The Eras Night, the Steel (18-19-3-3, 42 pts.) outscored the Tri-City Storm (21-14-4-4, 50 pts.) three to one in the final two periods of play to skate to a 5-3 win at Fox Valley Ice Arena Saturday night.
In a crowd of 2,523 raucous Swifties and Steel fans, setting the team's record attendance at Fox Valley Ice Arena, Chicago never trailed en route to its fourth consecutive home game earning at least one standings point.
Three Unanswered Goals Lift Steel to Fourth Consecutive Victory
GENEVA, IL — After heading into the third period tied at two, Chicago shut the door and opened the floodgates with three straight goals, two of which came from Joey DelGreco, as the Steel (14-17-2-2, 32 pts.) cruised past the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (12-17-4-2, 30 pts.) 5-2 at Fox Valley Ice Arena Friday night.
The Steel have won four straight games and have earned a point in each of their last seven contests. It was Chicago's first win in regulation on home ice this season.
JANESVILLE JETS WRITE-UPS
Some of the more exciting and interesting recaps and stories from the past two seasons with the Janesville Jets. I composed all written content for the Jets the last two years.
Bergmann Posts Strong 22-Save Outing in Friday’s Loss
JANESVILLE, WI — Friday’s weather in Janesville was some of the best we’ve seen since the snow decided to cease *knock on wood*. It was the annual End of Season tailgate, the sun was shining, and the mood was upbeat. A perfect prerequisite and foreshadowing of what would go on inside the doors of the Janesville Ice Arena later that night. Annelies Bergmann made history by throwing on her Team USA leg pads, blocker, trapper, and all-white mask and skating on to become the first female to ever play in a USA Hockey Tier I or II hockey game.
Jets First-Ever Draft Pick Jack LaFontaine Signs Contract with Carolina Hurricanes; Could Debut This Weekend
RALEIGH, NC — The first-ever NHL Draft Pick in Jets franchise history is set to make his debut in the big leagues this week. Alum goaltender Jack LaFontaine signed an entry-level contract with the team that selected him 75th overall in the 2016 NHL Draft, the Carolina Hurricanes, this past Sunday.
Not Done Yet; Destefani Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive with Overtime Winner
SPRINGFIELD, IL — In as thrilling of fashion as possible, the Jets stayed in the playoff picture with an overtime win over the Springfield Jr. Blues on Friday night. The season will literally come down to the wire in the final game of the regular season. The Anchorage Wolverines are in after winning over the Minnesota Magicians last night. Still, the Chippewa Steel lent a helping hand to the Jets with a dominant 7-2 win over the Minnesota Wilderness to make the final contest a sure-to-be nailbiter.
Jets Post Perfect 4-0 Record at NAHL Showcase for Second Time in Franchise History
BLAINE, MN — The Janesville Jets opened the 2022-23 season from the annual NAHL Showcase last week, and left without a loss. For only the second time in the team’s 14-year history, the Jets swept the competition and recorded a flawless 4-0 record. The wins weren’t easy write-offs, either; three of their four opponents finished the 2021-22 season with at least 70 points. A small sample size of games, sure, but there is much to be excited about after the strong showing from this Jets squad.
Jets Extend Head Coach Parker Burgess, Promote to Assistant General Manager
JANESVILLE, WI — The Janesville Jets, proud members of the North American Hockey League, have extended the contract of head coach Parker Burgess and promoted him to Assistant General Manager. General Manager Joe Dibble and assistant coach Ryan Black will also return next season.
Jets Make Magicians Offense Disappear in Friday Victory
RICHFIELD, MN — The Jets secured a crucial 5-1 win over the Minnesota Magicians on Friday night to stay close in the playoff hunt. The Anchorage Wolverines won over the Chippewa Steel, keeping the points deficit for Janesville at two. They can secure a sweep over the Magicians with a win, who are playing their final game in Richfield, Minnesota, before moving to Eagle River, Wisconsin.
DOCK SPIDERS WRITE-UPS
Game recaps from some of the most exciting games with the Docks Spiders in their 2020 championship-winning season.
DOCK SPIDERS LOG SECOND CHAMPIONSHIP IN THREE YEARS AND TAKE 2020 TITLE
FOND DU LAC, WI – The Dock Spiders capped off their incredible 2020 season with a 14-3 victory over the La Crosse Loggers on Saturday night to win the Wisconsin-Illinois Northwoods League Pod Championship and secure their second title in the last three years.
DOCK SPIDERS FLIRT WITH
NO-HITTER IN WIN OVER GREEN BAY
FOND DU LAC, WI – The Dock Spiders (31-15) recorded their second straight win in Tuesday night’s matchup against the Booyah (17-27), a 3-1 victory in the last regular-season game against Green Bay. Fond du Lac was three outs away from recording a combined no-hitter before a line drive to center ended the bid.
BOOYAH! FONDY ADVANCES TO POD CHAMPIONSHIP WITH COMEBACK VICTORY
FOND DU LAC, WI – The Dock Spiders pulled off an incredible late comeback once again last night, scoring six runs in the last two innings to defeat the Green Bay Booyah 9-4 to take the East Division Championship and advance to the WI-ILL Pod Championship.
ELKO BLASTS TWO HOME RUNS IN 10-7 WIN OVER LOGGERS
LA CROSSE, WI - The Dock Spiders (26-13) made it four consecutive wins with 10 or more runs on Tuesday night as they defeated the La Crosse Loggers (18-21), 10-7 for their fourth straight victory.
UW-WHITEWATER SPORTS RECAPS
Some short live blogs and summaries from sporting events at UW-Whitewater.
UWW WOMEN FALL TO POINTERS
After a valiant effort to come back, the UW-Whitewater women’s basketball team fell short to the UW-Stevens Point Pointers on Wednesday night, 72-64.
UWW FALLS TO PIONEERS IN OT THRILLER
A late game-tying three-pointer took the UWW-UW Platteville basketball game to overtime Wednesday night, but the Warhawks couldn’t finish the comeback and fell to the Pioneers, 75-78.
UW-PLATTEVILLE VS UWW LIVE BLOG
Pre-Game: It should be a fun matchup as the 17th ranked Whitewater Warhawks faceoff against the Platteville Pioneers Wednesday night. The Warhawks are coming off a commanding victory against Platteville in Bo Ryan court last week, 74-47