Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

Nicole is an assistant coach to the Rhino’s in Chicago. She has been playing softball for 12 years. Two years ago, Nicole started being an instructor specializing in catching and hitting. Nicole has been able to study under some of the best instructors. The knowledge she has taken from those instructors have helped her own personal instruction.  Peña is studying Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. After her education is completed, Nicole hopes to become a police officer. During her time at Loras, she is continuing her softball journey playing as a catcher and outfielder for Loras College.