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“I would describe myself as passionate, a DREAMER, and artistic!”

  • Aside from dancing, my ideal job would be: Too many things. I would love to have a boutique with my own designs, but I would also enjoy teaching dance and art to young people.
  • Birthday: March 22nd (Aries!!)
  • Do you have any nicknames? If so, what?: Nik, Nik Nak
  • Hometown: Miami!!
  • How would you describe your style of dress?: Unique. Sexy yet classy… sometimes trendy. It depends on my mood!!
  • If you looked in my trunk you would find: ...Nothing!
  • Most memorable moment as a HEAT Dancer? (for the veterans): Being on the court while celebrating our win of the Eastern Conference Finals..then of course winning THE FINALS!!
  • My advice to young dancers: Practice, practice, practice..and dance with your HEART!
  • My dance icon is: Madonna
  • My friends would characterize me as: creative, fun, and dependable!
  • Name: Nikki
  • Occupation: Full time student and dancer
  • Quote to live by: Don't let anyone treat you as if you are unimportant because you're young. Instead be an example to the believers with your words, your actions, your love, your faith, and your pure life.
  • What are your hobbies?: Boating/going to the beach, reading, designing and creating clothes, being surrounded by friends and family, and of course...DANCING!
  • What book are you reading now?: "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom
  • What is your background/nationality?: American / Puerto Rican
  • What is your best quality?: My loyalty to loved ones.
  • What is your biggest pet peeve?: When people chew with their mouths open. Yuck!
  • What is your dream vacation?: To relax one of the secluded islands of Fiji!
  • What is your favorite food?: Coconut Shrimp, Mac-n-Cheese, Sushi
  • What is your favorite holiday?: I love all of them so I'll narrow it down to three: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the Fourth of July - love fireworks!
  • What is your favorite movie?: The Notebook
  • What is your favorite song?: "Bittersweet Symphony" - The Verve
  • What is your favorite type of music?: I really like all types of music, but I'd have to say that I listen to classic rock the most.. also anything I can dance to!
  • What place would you like to visit?: There are so many places I'd like to visit...Greece, Hawaii, and Australia to name a few.
  • Why did you choose to be a Miami HEAT Dancer?: Dance is my passion and being a Miami HEAT Dancer enables me to do what I love and share it with thousands of people... hopefully bringing smiles to their faces!
  • Years on the Squad: 2

    “10 years ago I was running around trying to beat up all the boys ... one tough cookie!”

    (Poster Photos courtesy of Brad Tuckman)