"Flag football surges in California and around the globe"

Flag football, once seen as just a safer alternative to its tackle counterpart, is well on its way to becoming a popular sport sensation in its own right thanks to its accessibility, addictive action and plans for an eye-opening introduction as an Olympic sport in the 2028 Los Angeles games. 

"Picture the future: the changing world of sports photography"

They take the perfect shot, but they’re not in the NBA. They get thousands of hits, but they’re not in the MLB. They have millions of followers, but the average sports fan doesn’t even know their names. The sports photographer is a skilled player on an ever-changing field where new technology and social media have dramatically altered how fans interact with sports.

LA Times High School Insider Summer Internship

In the summer of 2024, I was fortunate enough to have a paid internship, learning the ins and outs of writing and photography with the fantastic professionals at the LA Times.

USC Annenberg, Sports Journalism: Multi-Platform Storytelling

In the summer of 2023 I took this amazing course with the inspirational guidance of Professor Keith Plocek and the rest of the team at Annenberg.

Sports Editor, The Paw Print

Shortlist, Sony World Photography Awards: The Lifts

"The Sony World Photography Awards is World Photography Organisation’s principal programme. Established in 2007, it is one of the world’s biggest and most prestigious photography competitions; celebrating the work of leading and emerging practitioners and attracting tens of thousands of visitors annually to its exhibitions worldwide." Read more about the Sony World Photography Awards here.

YoungArts Award (2025, 2026)

"YoungArts identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative freedom. Every year thousands of performing, visual and literary artists age 15-18 apply to YoungArts through their national competition." Read more about the YoungArts competition here. Click on the picture to view 5 of my winning photos.