Not many people know this, but before starting my sports photography journey, I was a ticket holder for Gotham FC. I had been following this team long before I started covering them. I feel incredibly fortunate to have transitioned from the stands to the field, capturing moments of history that I never would have imagined in my wildest dreams. Not only have I had the opportunity to cover the team, but I’ve also been a part of its history—witnessing their progress and growth, from being at the bottom of the table to winning a championship. It has been one of the best memories of my life, and I will always hold it close to my heart. But little did I know that life had another incredible moment in store for me. When I left Brazil and came to the U.S., I never imagined I would visit the White House for anything other than a tour. Yet there I was, attending as a photographer, capturing the first NWSL Championship team to ever visit the White House. To be a part of that moment in women’s ...