Another strong category making it difficult for the judges. Plenty of top notch work across a spectrum of sports and leagues, from high school to the pros. Well Done everyone! First place has it all with clenched fist, bulging veins, and a packed stadium behind the pitcher who one can practically hear yelling. Second: the photographer put themselves in the correct spot to take advantage of fantastic back-light and they were rewarded when the elements came together. Judges loved seeing expressions on every athlete’s face. Sparkling water is an added bonus. Tie - Third: DTW sunflower seeds would have more impact by coming in from the left cropping more of the out of focus. Homerun Welcome has great facial expressions on teammates and a wise choice to keep the Homeplate bag in the frame. SeasonEnd with softball players hugging would have had more impact if cropped to athlete in tears.
Judges:
Caroline E. Couig/Independent Visuals Editor, Bradley E. Clift/Contract Photographer - U.S. Coast Guard Academy
Judges Comments
Another strong category making it difficult for the judges. Plenty of top notch work across a spectrum of sports and leagues, from high school to the pros. Well Done everyone! First place has it all with clenched fist, bulging veins, and a packed stadium behind the pitcher who one can practically hear yelling. Second: the photographer put themselves in the correct spot to take advantage of fantastic back-light and they were rewarded when the elements came together. Judges loved seeing expressions on every athlete’s face. Sparkling water is an added bonus. Tie - Third: DTW sunflower seeds would have more impact by coming in from the left cropping more of the out of focus. Homerun Welcome has great facial expressions on teammates and a wise choice to keep the Homeplate bag in the frame. SeasonEnd with softball players hugging would have had more impact if cropped to athlete in tears.