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I'm a twenty-something on the down hill slope of being a twenty-something hailing from the states of confusion and Nebraska. Mostly from Nebraska though. I think this year is going to be the year for the Huskers! Well maybe not the year we go all the way but bringing back Bo and putting Dr. Tom in as the AD was a step in the right direction and I can't wait to see what happens this year!
Along with being a fan of the Husker Nation I'm also a fan of the Boston Red Sox, NASCAR, and thanks to Danica Patrick IRL racing. I happen to think John Stockton is the greatest point guard to ever lace up a pair of high tops and think Steve Nash is trying to follow in Stock's great foot steps and doing a fairly decent job at it too! I've found myself cheering for the Suns and Steve Nash for the last couple of seasons. (I hope John Stockton doesn't think I'm cheating on him! I mean I heard that Stockton had worked with Nash on somethings during the off season so that doesn't really count as far as cheating on my favorite point guard right?)
I also have a slight addiction to boy bands and am not shy in admitting this, I stood in line for New Kids on the Block Concert tickets and will be seeing them in November.
As well as being slightly crazy about boy bands I have a big music scope, I like everything from New Kids on the Block to Ozzy Osbourne and everything inbetween. I love cranking up P!nk and jamming out to her music and I love the mellow melodies of Chris Botti and Dave Koz. Plus I love listening to the musical genius that is Trent Reznor! I'm a little bit obsessive about musicals especially Wicked and Rent
I also love spending time with my family and friends. I especially love teaching my two young nieces about NASCAR to the dismay of my brother -in-law and sister. My proudest moment as an Aunt came when I took my nieces out shopping and my oldest niece said to me, "Aunt Nikki, that's Dale Jr! That's Yeah Jr!" Also after the 2008 Olympics my nieces both know that Michael Phelps is the coolest swimmer in the world. They are also educating me on exactly who in the world Hannah Montana and the Jonas Brothers are so we are all learning something new. They learn about sports and I get to learn about Disney stars :)

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The Short List facts and information about Nikki Hecht

Favorite Athletes

John Stockton, Dale Earnhardt, Dale Earnhardt Jr,

Favorite Sports Teams

Boston Red Sox, the team of the Utah Jazz from the Late 90's, Hendrick Motorsports

All Time Sports Moment

There are two for me. The 1998 Daytona 500 when Dale Earnhardt won the race after 20 years of trying and the second is the 1996 Women's Soccer team winning the Gold Medal.

Most Memorable Game Attended

This year (2008) Red/White Scrimmage. It was awesome to see how excited everyone in the Husker Nation was!

Most Unbreakable Sports Record

John Stockton's assist record

Ruth or Mays?

Because of Babe Ruth and "the trade" It took Boston 80something years to overcome the curse and win the World Series so Mays without a doubt :)

Unitas or Montana?

Hmm.. That's tough they are both great. I gotta go with Montana though I grew up watching Joe Montana and Jerry Rice.

Jordan or Russell?

Jordan

Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky

Pele or Maradona?

Pele no doubt about it. Pele brought something to soccer that nobody had been able to until Mia Hamm in my opinion.

Federer or Sampras?

Sampras

Tiger or Nicklaus?

ooohh tough.... They are both awesome.

Petty or Earnhardt?

Oh man this is like asking which of my nieces I like best LOL They are both awesome.

Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher

Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

I live in the middle of Big 12 Country :)

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  1. by David
    7 days ago

    Hey Nikki, hope your doing well.
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/65439-vanderbilt-we-must-stop-this-madness

  2. by Peter
    12 days ago

    I have kids to educate me on all things Hannah and Jonas. Tey made it to her second or third performance ever and the JoBros warmed up for her.

  3. by Mary Jo
    18 days ago

    Nikki, hey there! Hope you're well - loved your break on the engine stealth mystery. Just got back from Dover - we got sunburned too! Glad you had a great vk in spite of the shark!! Looking forward to reading your next one!

  4. by M Brian
    19 days ago

    thanks so much for the pick and for being brave enough to comment about your NASCAR addiction.

  5. by L.J.
    24 days ago

    hahahahahaha ;0)

  6. by Mary Jo
    25 days ago

    Nikki - welcome back - how was vk??!! Looks like you had a good time by your profile pic! Catch me up when you can!!
    Mary Jo

  7. by David
    about 1 month ago

    Hey Nikki, I hope your having a wonderful day. I ventured out to the "other side" of the Bleacher's. Thought you might like to see. Take care and have a great day. David
    http://bleacherreport.com/articles/54287-cincinnati-bengals-welcome-new-player-chad-ocho-cinco

  8. by Matthew
    about 1 month ago

    Nearly wet your pants? Eh, not the reaction I was going for, I like the heart attack better...HAHAHA, glad you enjoyed the article.

  9. by David
    about 1 month ago

    Hey Nikki, thanks for the nice note. David

  10. by L.J.
    about 1 month ago

    Nikki,

    Make sure that all of your racing pieces carry the new 'auto racing' tag.

    The tags have been re-shuffled and that one will be the front page tag from now on...I guess.

    If you don't have time, lemme know and I'll help you with it.

    Chef

  11. by L.J.
    about 1 month ago

    I'm sooo tired of the NASCAR/athlete thing.

    RE: the Phelps piece...the content was bizarre and...just plain bizarre, but as an 'open letter' format piece you have to admit it was really well executed.

    If Thomas could get past his anger issues and find the right prescription he would be a star.

  12. by BabyTate
    2 months ago

    Nikki, thanks for the comment on "The Nicknames" article. I'm a believer in Nebraska's future under Pellini. You stop by again, I'll be pushing that Cornhusker Kool Aid this fall.

  13. by Adam
    3 months ago

    You like that idea of a catfight? Would be interesting... :-)

  14. by Adam
    4 months ago

    Welcome, Nikki! I hope you'll step your toe in the water and write an article or two. It's great to see the NASCAR fan community growing here on Bleacher Report!