Minnesota Lynx forward Nicole Ohlde got into the holiday spirit Thursday at Woulet's Bakery in Minneapolis when she decorated a gingerbread house benefiting homeless and runaway youth. The gingerbread house will be donated to Freeport West and will be one of five gingerbread houses auctioned off Freeport's Home and Heart benefit December 4th at the Saint Anthony Main Event Centre in Minneapolis.

With the help of a master froster, Ohlde layered the house with frosting, candy and enough sugar to cause a root canal. Once Ohlde put the final touches on the frosted Lynx logo, the house was ready to be auctioned off.

When asked about her creative side, Ohlde said she had a few troubles with the house. "It was difficult at times," Ohlde explained. "I give a lot of credit to people who are able to do this, I think I'd rather be on the basketball court. Shooting free-throws is easier than this."

Even though she might have struggled with the decorating, Ohlde enjoyed herself at Woulet's and understands the impact her act will have on the youth of Freeport. "It was a lot of fun and it's all for a great cause," Ohlde stated. "The proceeds from the gingerbread house will all go to help those in need, and that's what it's all about. I'm really glad I was a part of this and I'd definitely do it again."

The Minnesota Lynx and Freeport have collaborated together on multiple events throughout the past year. Nicole Ohlde and Candice Wiggins made a special appearance at the Freeport Saint Paul Youth Center for the kick-off of their One Warm Coat Drive this past month.

Freeport West is a 38-year-old not-for-profit that provides programming to support homeless and at-risk youth and families. The agency provides services to youth and families most likely to experience poverty, oppression, institutionalization and violence. Freeport programs provide a continuum of services to support the efforts of families and communities to create environments where all youth and families can thrive.