Lee Nxumalo is an award-winning writer and content producer hailing from the city of Johannesburg. Graduating from Point Park University, a liberal arts college located in the heart of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Lee holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film and Digital Arts with a focus on screenwriting.
Her adventurous spirit has led her to live and work in Spain, Norway, and the United States, enriching her storytelling abilities.
As a sports writer, Lee has covered football and basketball. Lee's pen has also graced the pages of publications and outlets such as Red Bull, NBA, ESPN, NPR, Huffington Post, Mail and Guardian, Rest of World and New Frame, to name just a few. Her contributions also extend into covering disciplines such as cycling, skating, BMX, motorsports, and surfing.
Outside of sports, Lee has also written and produced fashion, music, and culture content for brands such as Shelflife, SABC (South African Broadcasting Corporation- the national broadcaster), Bubblegum Club, Mercedes-Benz and Boiler Room.
Lee is not only a prolific writer but also a skilled interviewer, having engaged with top-tier athletes, from NBA Hall of Famer James Worthy to Olympic Gold Medallist Roland Schoeman. Her dedication to storytelling was recognized with the prestigious 2022 Los Angeles Press Awards for Best Story on Gender and Society.
Beyond her impressive professional accomplishments, Lee is an expressive and fun person. When she is not on her laptop typing fast, she can be found dancing in her living room when no one is watching. She also enjoys eating chicken wings while watching a copious amount of reality TV shows.
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