Mar 22, 2014; Toledo, OH, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores guard Morgan Batey (25) and Arizona State Sun Devils center Joy Burke (3) during the opening tip off during the first-round of the NCAA women's basketball tournament at the Savage Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Vanderbilt Athletics
Mar 22, 2014; Toledo, OH, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores guard Morgan Batey (25) and Arizona State Sun Devils center Joy Burke (3) during the opening tip off during the first-round of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament at the Savage Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Vanderbilt Athletics

Recently the University of Toledo was hosting the first and second rounds of the NCAA’s Women’s Basketball Tournament. When I saw that the Vanderbilt Commodores would be heading up from Nashville, TN, I sent a quick email to the SID at Vandy. Over the years I have had the opportunity to build up a relationship with the athletic staff there. In the past I have gotten to know the SID through covering the NCAA Bowling Championship for them in 2013 and 2011. So, when he said he needed a photographer, I was glad to be able to have another opportunity to work with them once again.

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Mar 14, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Anton Lander (51) attempts to pock away the puck from Detroit Red Wings center Riley Sheahan (15) during the third period at Joe Louis Arena. Detroit won 2-1 in a shoot out. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 14, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Anton Lander (51) attempts to pock away the puck from Detroit Red Wings center Riley Sheahan (15) during the third period at Joe Louis Arena. Detroit won 2-1 in a shoot out. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Last night I was blessed to be able to photograph the Detroit Red Wings as they hosted the Edmonton Oilers at the Joe Louis Arena. The game went into a shoot out and the Red Wings were able to pull through and get the win. Enjoy!

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Mar 11, 2014; Dayton, OH, USA; Milwaukee Panthers forward Matt Tiby (31) celebrates after the championship game of the Horizon League tournament against the Wright State Raiders at the Nutter Center. Milwaukee won 69-63. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 11, 2014; Dayton, OH, USA; Milwaukee Panthers forward Matt Tiby (31) celebrates after the championship game of the Horizon League tournament against the Wright State Raiders at the Nutter Center. Milwaukee won 69-63. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Monday morning I received an email from my editor asking if I was interested in covering the Horizon League Tournament championship game the next day. I was open and thought it would be a great chance to shoot some college basketball, something that I don’t shoot that often. With little time to waste, I had to plan my trip. Luckily I was able to find a hotel nearby that was not already booked full for the night. I made the trip down to Dayton, OH and arrived early to check into my hotel. After checking in, I made my way over to Wright State University. The game was held at WSU’s Nutter Center in Dayton. The Wright State Raiders were hosting the Milwaukee Panthers in this important match up, with the winner guaranteed a spot in the big dance. Here are some of the images from Milwaukee’s win. Enjoy!

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Feb 24, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oakland Community College Raiders Chibunna Ukanda (32) during the game against Wayne County Community College Wildcats. Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
Feb 24, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Oakland Community College Raiders Chibunna Ukanda (32) during the game against Wayne County Community College Wildcats. Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

Earlier this week I was able to shoot Sophomore Night for the Oakland Community College athletic department. Wayne County Community College District was in Auburn Hills to take on the Raiders. The first game was the women’s game and then the men were set to play after. The two schools ended up taking one game each, with the men winning by a basket in the last few seconds. Here are some unique perspectives I came up with and a few game action shots.

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Feb 22, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Will Bynum (12) and Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) battle for the ball during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Dallas won 113-102. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 22, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Will Bynum (12) and Dallas Mavericks point guard Jose Calderon (8) battle for the ball during the fourth quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Dallas won 113-102. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

It has been nice having a week off from shooting, but I was happy to get back into the swing of things tonight. The Dallas Mavericks were in town taking on the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Here are some of the images from the evening. Enjoy!

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Feb 12, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) guards Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Cleveland won 93-89. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 12, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) guards Cleveland Cavaliers power forward Tristan Thompson (13) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Cleveland won 93-89. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Tonight, I found myself wrapping up a bit of a busy schedule as I shot my last game until next week. Tonight the Detroit Pistons hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers at The Palace of Auburn Hills.  The game came down to the last minute when the Cavs pulled away with the win.

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Feb 10, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) guards San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Pistons won 109-100. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 10, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons point guard Brandon Jennings (7) guards San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) during the third quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Pistons won 109-100. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Last night the San Antonio Spurs were going up against the Detroit Pistons at the Palace of Auburn Hills. With the recent firing of the Detroit Pistons head coach Maurice Cheeks, I wanted to arrive extra early to make sure I was able to get a few pictures of the interim head coach John Loyer before the game. With that here are some of the pictures from the game. Enjoy!

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Feb 8, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) drives to the basket against Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 8, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons small forward Josh Smith (6) drives to the basket against Denver Nuggets small forward Wilson Chandler (21) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Once again, I found myself at The Palace of Auburn Hills for another basketball match up. This time the Detroit Pistons hosted the Denver Nuggets. Here are a few images from the game. Enjoy!

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Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; During a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders golf team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics
Feb 7, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; During a portrait session for the Oakland Community College Raiders golf team. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Oakland CC Athletics

As the athletic photographer at Oakland Community College my job entails a wide variety of photo coverage.  I find myself shooting game action, banquets and portraits.  Most recently I photographed the softball and golf team portraits for their upcoming seasons.

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Feb 3, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; Vancouver Canucks center Ryan Kesler (17) takes the puck up ice against Detroit Red Wings center Joakim Andersson (18) during the second period at Joe Louis Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 3, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; Vancouver Canucks center Ryan Kesler (17) takes the puck up ice against Detroit Red Wings center Joakim Andersson (18) during the second period at Joe Louis Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

I don’t get to shoot hockey too often but I am always up for the challenge. So, when my editor asked me to cover a NHL game, I was glad to do so. This match up was the Detroit Red Wings as they hosted Vancouver Canucks at the Joe Louis Arena. Here are some of my images from the game. Enjoy!

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