Coming out of Sylmar, Nicholas was originally an Art Major at Mission College then decided to switch to Journalism and transfer to Valley College. Starting off as a writer for a small publication focusing on Verdugo Hills high school, he used his experience to eventually write for the Valley Star. He focuses on sports for the college and keeps up the relationships with the coaches and players. 

He enjoys playing baseball outside his schooling and work, and he won his division championship with his team in 2022.