Previous School: Graduated from the University of Pacific in 2012.  Was a member of the Tigers basketball team.

High School: A 2008 graduate of Saint Mary's High School in Stockton, Calif., Peterson lettered in each of his last two years of high school in basketball.  During his senior year, Nick established himself as a decorated player, after he was named the team's MVP, earned the CIF Spirit of Sport Award and won Stockton Hall of Fame Player of the Month for the month of February. In addition, Nick was named to the CIF All-League First Team and he was labeled the Saint Mary's HS Varsity Player of the Year. Academically, Peterson excelled both on and off the court, as he made honor roll all four years as a student-athlete. (Courtesy of Pacific Sports Information Dept.)

Personal: Nickolas Peterson was born in Stockton, CA and  is the grandson of Kriss and Fred Ott.  He has one sister, Sara and a cousin, Morgan. In his free time, Nick enjoys relaxing. He is currently pursuing his Master’s in Criminal Justice at Chaminade.