Sachem Basketball Legend Nicole Kaczmarski Makes Broadcasting Debut

Nicole Kaczmarski is back in high school basketball.

The Sachem legend, who at one time had the Long Island scoring record, will be doing color commentary for MSG Varsity throughout the season. She made her debut calling the Sachem East-Commack girls basketball game Thursday evening.

“It’s an incredible opportunity to get back into high school basketball,” she said.

Thursday’s game will air Sunday night at 6 p.m. EST.

“We’re thrilled to add ‘Kaz’ to our lineup of expert talent,” said Michael Lardner, Senior Vice President & Executive Producer, MSG Varsity. “Nicole is one of the most accomplished high school players in tri-state area history, and she brings a perspective that few others, can convey to our viewers.”

Lardner’s wife Leandra Reilly Lardner, wrote, directed and produced the film “Running Down a Dream,” a documentary following Kaczmarski’s career.

After playing one season at UCLA, she transferred to Georgia, but injuries got the best of her career. She had a tryout with one team in the WNBA and was drafted by another, but has remained dormant from basketball until now.

She said she’ll broadcast about six games during the regular season with more to come in the playoffs. 

Sachem Patch will be running an extensive full-length feature on Kaz this month.