This year looked like games, teams, and athletes. But it also looked like early mornings, long drives, packed bags, and late-night edits. For every photo you see, there are thousands you don’t. Frames that didn’t work. Moments that almost happened. Opportunities that passed by. Sports photography is equal parts timing, trust, patience, and persistence and I learned more this year than I ever expected to. So grateful for the teams, athletes, and organizations who let me tell their stories. This has been an incredible ride so far… and I can’t wait to see what 2026 brings. #sportsphotographer #nikoncreators #519sportsonline #tinaweltz #womeninsportsmedia