Nicole Hensely represented the U.S. in the 2018 Olympic Winter Games, earning a gold medal. As a member of the U.S. Women’s National Team, she has earned a spot on three International Ice Hockey Federation Women’s World Championship teams (2016, 2017, 2021) and played in three (gold- 2016, 2017; silver- 2021), as well as two Four Nations Cups (1st-2016, 2017). Additionally, Henseley was a two-time member of the U.S. Under-22 Women’s Select Team (2014, 2015).
Hensley has represented the U.S. in various other international events, including the 2021 My Why Tour, presented by Toyota, 2019-20 Rivalry Series and The Time Is Now Tour, presented by Toyota (2017). She has also earned numerous accolades during her time at Lindenwood University, including winning the Presidential NCAA Award (maintained one of the highest GPAs among NCAA athletes, nominated by head coach). Hensley also won a high school state championship in 2012.