About
Daria Tuboltseva has worked as a sports journalist since 2014 and has specialized in hockey coverage since 2016. She’s reported from some of the world’s biggest sporting events, including the Olympic Games (Beijing 2022), the FIFA World Cup (2018), the IIHF World Championships (2016–2019, 2021), the IIHF World Junior Championship (2019), and every Gagarin Cup Final since 2017.
Her work has appeared in leading Russian sports outlets like Championat.com and Sport24, as well as on the official websites of the KHL and the Women’s Hockey League (WHL). Daria has conducted exclusive interviews with some of the sport’s most recognized names, including Alex Ovechkin, Jaromir Jagr, Kirill Kaprizov, Sergei Bobrovsky, and Igor Shesterkin.
Beyond her writing, Daria brings extensive on-camera experience. She hosted NHL Today on Yandex.Efir and has produced powerful long-form projects such as the documentary Lokomotiv Crash and the series Hockey Country, featuring stars like Ovechkin, Malkin, Bobrovsky, Vasilevskiy, and Panarin. Her work has taken her to NHL games across North America and international events like the NHL Global Series in Europe.
In addition to her media career, Daria is a certified integrative nutritionist with a focus on sports nutrition. She works one-on-one with KHL players, helping them optimize performance and recovery through tailored nutrition plans. Her ability to blend media expertise with athlete support gives her a unique presence in the professional hockey world.
Daria publishes in both English and Russian and is the creator of the Telegram channel Coolest Game on Earth, where she shares insights, interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories from the hockey world.
Based in: Saint Petersburg, Russia
Languages: English, Russian
News by Daria Tuboltseva
Jimmy Vesey Weighs KHL Offers as NHL Future Uncertain
NHL veteran Jimmy Vesey is exploring a move to the KHL, with SKA St. Petersburg emerging as a top contender for the 32-year-old forward.
“It Was Tough”: Orlov Says Limited Role With Canes Took Mental Toll
Dmitry Orlov reveals the mental toll of his reduced role in Carolina, saying he felt overlooked and spent long stretches away from his family.
Kochetkov Reflects On Playoffs, Emotions, And Future With Hurricanes
Hurricanes netminder Pyotr Kochetkov opens up on playoff struggles, personal growth, biohacking routines, and learning from veteran Frederik Andersen.
Maxim Shabanov Prioritized Ice Time And Fit In Choosing Islanders
Maxim Shabanov turned down multiple NHL offers, picking the Islanders based on role, system fit, and power-play opportunity
Alexander Zharovsky Opens Up On Canadiens Draft, Demidov And Next Steps
Canadiens prospect Zharovsky discusses his 34th overall selection, his connection with Ivan Demidov, and what’s next in his development
