Judges Comments

The judges praised the angle of the bull-riding photo and gave it first place. Its clean background and the clear cowboy footprints in the dirt made the image stand out. The photo also caught the action at just the right moment as the rider lifted off the bull. Second place went to a photo where the photographer timed the shot perfectly, capturing the basketball hitting the player's face. The ripples in the player’s skin really show the impact. Third place was awarded to a photo with a dreamlike feel, showing a striking moment when the surfer was separated from their board.