How do YOU get the best sports picture?

PhotoGeek wrote in post #16327192
I'm a firm believer in the stay at home mom. It has worked very well for us for 17 years. Both kids tell her repeatedly that they are glad she is there for them when they get home from school or need her. We've enjoyed tremendous rewards (albeit intangible) from that decision.

I am too. My wife quit her job teaching and edits for me full time. This has allowed me to take on more work, which keeps me away from the home more, but I still think it is worth it. My wife never thought she would give up a career, but she is pretty much working all the time for me as it is.

I loved that my mom could be homeroom mom and be at home or pick me up from school.

Thomas Campbell wrote in post #16327172
The idea is that if I put in the time now, I will have more time with the family later when my business is running like a machine.

My working like this keeps my wife at home, and that is preferrable to me than us both working and putting the kids in daycare.

agree TC
when we had kids we said 1 of us will be home to raise them
It makes a huge difference
with your hard work there will be good successful times ahead
and your kids will be successful also since they have seen work and know what it is
many kids dont know what work is because they never see it from their parents
thanks for being a good example
If you need a slappy let me know
I will be retired soon I hope
I will have to get a lot better just to carry your camera bag lol

Thomas Campbell wrote in post #16327440
I am too. My wife quit her job teaching and edits for me full time. This has allowed me to take on more work, which keeps me away from the home more, but I still think it is worth it. My wife never thought she would give up a career, but she is pretty much working all the time for me as it is.

I loved that my mom could be homeroom mom and be at home or pick me up from school.

I've been telling mine that it is time for her to go back to work and let me stay home for a while. She still has not prepared that resume. She does keep plenty busy though as a CASA volunteer, volleyball team mom, band volunteer, shrink to our 17 year old girl, and chauffeur for our youngest, among other things.

burnet44 wrote in post #16327443
agree TC
when we had kids we said 1 of us will be home to raise them
It makes a huge difference
with your hard work there will be good successful times ahead
and your kids will be successful also since they have seen work and know what it is
many kids dont know what work is because they never see it from their parents
thanks for being a good example
If you need a slappy let me know
I will be retired soon I hope
I will have to get a lot better just to carry your camera bag lol

Practicing for that retirement job as a stand up comedian again?

That or there's a lot of bullsh*t flowing around Waco!

Agree with your other comments.

lol
trade my 1d2 for your 1dx lol
hey Im funnier than my pics
wait is that possible?

Yes this is a sports photo. This young lady just ran her hearth out and her mother consoles her and feels her pain.

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To get back on track... In the military we had a saying: "mission first, people always". This carries over into my photography with "knowledge first, equipment always". This is especially true when shooting sports. There really is not much sense in arguing beyond that, capturing athletic endeavor isn't landscape or bowls of fruit folks.

agree
no matter how good you and your equipment are
being in the right place is most important
but if you have reach your place expands

#1) Know the sport you're shooting.
#2) SS at 1/1000th to 1/1250th.
#3) Lowest ISO possible.
#4) Look for the best angles.
#5) Crop tight!

The right gear, and the know-how on the use.
Ability to post process.
Knowing what makes a sports shot, a good one (ball/face/action/etc)
Knowing the sport, the teams, and the venue, inside and out.
Being on good terms with the coaches, ADs, refs, security, etc
Positioning yourself correctly.
Looking for unique angles and opportunities; i.e, pointing your camera opposite to where everyone else is pointing.
Looking for unique timing; pre and post game or action.
Being always ready to snap when that opportunity comes up.
Telling a story; the emotions of victory, defeat, pain, joy, etc etc.

Just like real estate:

Location, location, location.

If you don't have the access, you won't get the shots. Being the official event photographer has its perks.

John

Sports Illustrated

Good question. After 100K+ sports shots, let's see.......

1. You're after action, and specifically facial expressions with contact
2. You're after emotion, and that means shoot the scene including fans, post-score/game celebrations

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All of the technical stuff boils down to shoot tight, crop tighter, pan well and set up the gear to max AF performance. And glass.

good light + fast shutter speed + low ISO + wide angle = awesome sports picture.

IMAGE LINK: https://flic.kr/p/ncta​PW

All I can add is....

Fast glass
Aim for the eyes
Shoot tight, crop tighter
Think out of the box
Know the sport
Have fun