October 21, 2016 was the day it all started. My first credential. My first time using a professional camera. I didn’t have a clue what this path would look like. I just knew I loved it. Nine years later, October 21, 2025, I’m a USA Today (Imagn Images) sports photographer. I’ve covered thousands of events and just shot my first SDSU football game for Imagn. Looking at these two photos then and now really hits me how far this journey has come. I’m grateful for every single person who’s supported me along the way. Thank you for believing in me. Here’s to many more moments ahead 2016 photo by: Tony Amat 2025 photo by: truong53