About

Clear writing across sports, storytelling, and early learning.

Freelance writer for Yardbarker, published children's author, and Registered Early Childhood Educator based in Vaughan, Ontario.

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Background

Writing and education experience

Vanessa writes sports news, analysis, and reporting with a strong focus on Major League Baseball and the Toronto Blue Jays. Her education work and children's books add a second layer to her portfolio, centered on communication, care, literacy, and child development.

May 2026 - Present

Freelance Writer, Roundtable

Current freelance writing role.

Feb 2026 - Present

Freelance Writer, Yardbarker

MLB articles covering Blue Jays news, prospects, injuries, performance, and league trends.

Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Registered Early Childhood Educator, Over The Rainbow Childcare

On-site early childhood education experience.

Jul 2023 - Sep 2025

Freelance Writer, LastWordOnSports.com

Toronto Blue Jays news, analysis, and rumors.

Mar 2025 - Jun 2025

Writing Contributor, FanSided

Sports writing contributor role.

Education

Humber College

Diploma, Early Childhood Education | 2019 - 2020

Education

University of Toronto

Bachelor of Arts, English | 2010 - 2015