When I was younger (and lighter), springtime meant one thing: track season. The thrill of competition, the friendships forged across events, and the sheer joy of pushing my limits shaped my youth. I can still remember the early morning practices, the way the track smelled as it warmed in the sun, and the adrenaline that surged at the starting line.

Track and field taught me discipline, focus, and the importance of setting goals—lessons that still guide me today. While my days of running fast and turning left are behind me, I’ve found another way to stay connected to the sport: capturing the incredible facilities where today’s athletes train and compete.

Spaces Designed for Champions

Every sports facility tells a story. From training centers to stadiums, each space is designed with a purpose—to push athletes toward their best, to bring communities together, to honor the past while looking toward the future. My goal as a photographer is to bring these spaces to life through images that highlight both their function and their spirit.

Lehman Family Training Center – Bethel University | Design Collaborative

The Lehman Family Training Center at Bethel University takes a unique approach to indoor training for track and field athletes. Designed by Design Collaborative, this state-of-the-art facility features everything an athlete needs: six sprint lanes, two pole vaulting areas, a high jump zone, a throwing area for shot put and hammer throw, a long jump sand pit, and a 100-meter sprint track that can be extended. It’s a space built for peak performance, and capturing its versatility was an exciting challenge.

Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion – Indiana State Fairgrounds | Schmidt Associates

Preserving history while embracing innovation—that was the goal behind the Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Designed by Schmidt Associates, this 196,000-square-foot facility honors the original structure while transforming it into a best-in-class livestock venue. But its adaptability goes beyond agriculture—it now also accommodates NCAA track and field events, trade shows, auto shows, and auctions. Photographing this space meant capturing both its historic character and its modern versatility.

Noblesville Multipurpose Stadium | CSO

With growing enrollment and increasing demand, Noblesville Schools needed a stadium that could better serve its athletic programs. CSO delivered, designing a multipurpose facility with 50% more seating than the previous stadium, along with locker rooms, practice fields, athletic training spaces, concessions, and restrooms. Enhanced lighting and broadcast technology make it a next-level venue for both athletes and spectators. Photographing this stadium was about more than capturing its scale—it was about showcasing the space where the next generation of athletes will make their mark.

More Than Just a Game

Sports have a way of bringing people together—tearing down barriers, uniting communities, and inspiring individuals to push past limits. That’s why I love photographing stadiums. It’s not just about the structures themselves; it’s about the passion, effort, and energy they hold.

In many ways, my photography career feels like a continuation of my track days. Both require dedication, hard work, and an appreciation for precision and beauty. The lessons I learned as an athlete still shape the way I approach my work today. Whether I’m photographing a stadium, a training center, or a business interior, I bring the same passion and enthusiasm I once had at the starting line.

Capturing these spaces is a privilege. And just like on the track, I’m always chasing the perfect shot.