Nicholas Ruggiero

Sports Management Student at Plymouth State University | Marketing Minor

Nashua, New Hampshire, United States

About

I’m a senior honors student at Plymouth State University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Sports Management with a minor in Marketing. I also hold an Associate’s Degree in Business Communications from Manchester Community College. I have hands-on experience in the sports industry through internships in collegiate athletics and with the Futures League baseball organization. In these roles, I’ve contributed to game operations, marketing and promotion of youth sports camps, recruiting database management, and content and communications support. These experiences have strengthened my skills in organization, communication, data management, and sports marketing strategy. Alongside my internships, I work in retail sales at a sports memorabilia business, where I assist customers, process transactions, and apply strong product knowledge in a sports-focused environment. I’m passionate about building a career in sports operations, marketing, or player development, with a focus on supporting both day-to-day team functions and long-term organizational success.

Experience

  • League Office Intern at The Futures League
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    • Assist in selecting the Player and Pitcher of the Night based on statistical performance and overall game impact. • Write weekly recap articles and updates covering the Nashua Silver Knights.

  • Men’s Basketball Intern at Rivier University
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    • Assist with the marketing and promotion of youth basketball summer camps. • Increase awareness and participation through outreach and promotional efforts. • Help maintain and update the men's basketball recruiting database. • Organize recruiting information to support coaching staff and recruiting operations.

  • Retail Sales Associate at New England Picture
    Apr 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

    • Deliver proactive customer service by assisting and guiding customers to find products that meet their needs. • Respond to customer inquiries in-store and over the phone with clear, professional communication. • Sell sports autographs, collectibles, and memorabilia while maintaining strong product and industry knowledge. • Operate the cash register, process transactions, and manage cash accurately. • Complete custom framing for photos, jerseys, and memorabilia items.

  • Front End Associate at Market Basket
    Sep 2021 - Jan 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos

    • Provided consistent customer support by guiding shoppers to the correct locations of products throughout the store. • Bagged customer groceries efficiently and carefully to ensure a positive checkout experience. • Assisted with stocking shelves and maintaining product organization when needed. • Maintained cart availability by retrieving, organizing, and returning carts to the store for customer use.