Nicole Howell was born and raised in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. While growing up, she was involved in dance and competitive ballroom dancing in high school. In addition to dance, Nicole was a part of the Chelmsford High School Track and Field team, throwing shot-put and discus, and was a member of the Student Athletic Training club.
After high school, Nicole moved to Charleston, South Carolina to attend the College of Charleston where she majored in Athletic Training. In addition to being a student athletic trainer, Nicole was a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and later became the president of the Order of Omega Honors Society. She also spent one summer as an athletic training intern at Walt Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports where she worked many different youth events.
After graduating from the College of Charleston, Nicole moved back to her hometown to attend Merrimack College. While at Merrimack College she was a fellowship athletic trainer working with their Women’s Basketball team and Track and Field team. She graduated with her Masters in Sports and Exercise Science in May of 2020.
In her spare time, Nicole enjoys watching football (go Patriots!), exploring new places, and spending time with family and friends.
Nicole covers games for Brighton High School.