Nick Proto
Morning Anchor
Augusta, GA
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Born and raised outside of Philadelphia, Nick moved down south for school. He went to the University of South Carolina (Go Gamecocks) where he studied broadcast journalism with a minor in sports management.
Nick's done just about every role in the newsroom. He started as a multimedia journalist, covering severe weather, elections, and everything in between. He did some weekend anchoring for a year or so before taking over as Sports Director at the end of 2021.
As Sports Director, Nick got to cover some of the biggest sporting events in the world. He's been to the Masters, the World Series, and got to cover Georgia winning the National Championship in Indianapolis in 2022.
He had an itch to get back to the anchor desk, and joined the News 12 Morning team in July of 2022.
When he's not at work, Nick is probably on the golf course. He picked up the clubs right before the pandemic and hasn't put them down since. An avid New York sports fan, Nick is always keeping tabs on his teams (Giants, Yankees, Knicks, Rangers) even from 700 miles away.
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We spoke to a pastor in Ukraine about the continuing struggle, as well as a local pastor who met the Ukrainian clergyman on a recent mission trip.
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Augusta University political science professor Dr. Gregg Murray shared his thoughts on the race with our Nick Proto.
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The 52-year-old Phil Mickelson shot a 7-under 65 in the closing round of the Masters, sinking a 15-foot birdie putt at the final hole to give himself a shot at a fourth green jacket.
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Tiger Woods withdraws from the Masters because of an injury, ending his streak of completing all 72 holes of every tournament he has played at Augusta National as a pro.
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This is the fourth time Scottie Scheffler has teed it up on a Thursday at the Masters. but the first time he’s doing it as the defending champion.
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As longtime Masters regulars Larry Mize and Sandy Lyle say farewell, they're passing the torch to a new generation that's coming up in the ranks.
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“Last year at 95 he said I’d really love to go to the Masters one more time. … Unfortunately, he passed away in January,” Robert Luzenski said.
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One of the great things about Masters week in Augusta is the patrons, and how each one of them has a unique story.
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Tuesday at the Masters is time to get down to business for many of the players. Another time-honored tradition is the large gallery following Tiger.
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“It’s perfect. I’ve never seen anything so beautiful in my life,” said Martin Rood of Seattle, who was at Augusta National Golf Club on Monday.
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Herb Upton served under Jimmy Carter for about during the beginning of Carter’s presidency. He says Carter has a mind like a steel trap and cared deeply about people.
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One South Carolina student was given the opportunity to further her education, and chase her dreams without worrying about the cost after winning a big scholarship.
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What can we expect in tonight’s high school football battles? Nick Proto takes a look.
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What can we expect in tonight’s high school football battles? Nick Proto takes a look.
What can we expect in tonight’s high school football battles? Nick Proto takes a look.
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Georgia Department of Public Health officials will offer the new COVID-19 booster this week, and South Carolina soon will, too.
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A local axe throwing spot is set to host the CSRA’s first tournament sanctioned by The World Axe Throwing League. We stopped by Broad Axe Throwing to find out more.
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Aiken High School has hired Robbie McKenzie to be the next boys’ head basketball coach, the school said Monday.
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Cross Creek senior Ahmad Hunt signed his NLI Monday to play basketball at Brewton-Parker College in Mount Vernon, Georgia.
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Evans senior Simone Rojas wasn’t always a cross country runner, picking up the sport in 6th grade. She also wasn’t always a Georgia fan, as her parents cheer for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. But as she gets ready to head off to college, she’ll do so as a cross country runner for the Bulldogs.
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Barnwell basketball standout Russell Branch signed his NLI Monday to play for Fork Union Military Academy in Virginia.
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Augusta University has named Steven Paine Director of Golf and new men’s head golf coach, per release.
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Grovetown girls basketball coach George Dukes is stepping down to take the women’s basketball head coaching job at USC-Salkehatchie, both Dukes and the school district confirmed Thursday.
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The North Augusta softball team beat Catawba Ridge 8-0 Wednesday, sweeping the SCHSL 4A state championship series for the program’s first title.
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Josey’s Mercedes Dames signed her NLI Wednesday to throw shot put and discus at Savannah State.
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Evans senior wide receiver Jourdain Spann signed his NLI with Shorter University on Monday.
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The North Augusta Yellowjackets softball team is headed to their state championship in 11 years.
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Cross Creek’s Terrenice Streetman signed his NLI Thursday to play basketball at Allen University in Columbia, South Carolina.
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It was a busy day at North Augusta Thursday, as six student-athletes signed their NLIs to play college sports.
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The North Augusta softball team kept its season alive Wednesday with a 12-0 win on the road against South Florence in the SCHSL 4A Lower State playoffs.
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The CSRA pipeline to Georgia Southern continues, as Augusta Christian’s Zack Blackwell becomes the latest local player to sign with the Eagles.
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The North Augusta boys soccer team is one win away from claiming the first state championship in program history.
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The Dip Metress Basketball Academy returns for its 21st edition in June at Christenberry Fieldhouse.
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Some local athletes are giving back to the kids through free summer football camps across the two state.
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Josey senior Laura Jarrett signed her NLI Thursday to play basketball and run track at Converse University in Spartanburg.
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The Augusta Prep girls soccer team has become a powerhouse over the last decade, winning state titles in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2021.
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As the Thomas Jefferson Academy senior class finishes up their high school careers, they’ll do so as the winningest class in Jaguar history.
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New Georgia Southern head football coach Clay Helton made his first public appearance in Augusta Monday, speaking to Eagle Club members at TopGolf in Augusta.
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Augusta University honored the 2010 and 2011 National Championship-winning golf teams as well as 2018 individual National Champion Broc Everett at The Birdie Club’s golf banquet Monday.
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Richmond Academy football has promoted Offensive Coordinator David Sammons to be its next head coach.
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Five Butler basketball players signed their letters of intent Thursday to play college basketball.
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Three local kids compete in the Drive, Chip and Putt National Final at Augusta National
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The NFL Draft is always an exciting few days, but it’s even more exciting when we’ve got a local name in the mix. This year, Jaylen Watson hopes to be the next Augusta player to hear his name called in the draft.
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Legendary Westside baseball coach Gerald Barnes coached his final regular season home game in front of a huge crowd Friday.
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You could say it was a long time coming. For Audie Franza, the World Series victor that ended an over 25-year drought now comes with an accessory, and a big one at that.
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The Professional Disc Golf Association is holding the first-ever Champions Cup in Appling this weekend.
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North Augusta’s Jahden Lewis won his first professional boxing match last month, and wants to take the boxing scene by storm as he gives back to the community.
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After a grueling regional in this year’s NCAA DII Tournament, Augusta University goes to Evansville as the three seed in the Elite 8.
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Xeve Perez has taken the junior golf scene by storm in recent years. Now, the 11-year-old has his own brand deal with OnCore golf.
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Aquinas baseball star Charlie Bussey III signed his NLI to play baseball with Francis Marion University Wednesday.
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