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March Photo of the Month Winners Announced

April 11, 2024

MARCH WINNERS

First Place:  Aubryanna Allen, Lawson High School

On March 16, junior Waylon Templeton pitches to the Lexington Minutemen batter in the second game of a varsity baseball double header. “I felt good going into the second game,” Templeton said, “and I trusted my defense.” Templeton led the Cardinals to a win, 15-5. (Aubryanna Allen (Lawson))

Judge’s Comments: Gorgeous shot. Perfect exposure, crystal clear, great depth of field. I love the flags in the background and the way you framed this image.

Second Place:  Trinidi Webb, Staley High School

In a meet March 19, sophomore Jayden Charles receives the baton from freshman Ewan McCoy. The JV meet was held at home, and results weren’t available at time of publication. “Just doing my thing, making sure that I’m good and not worrying about anybody else,” Charles said. “My favorite thing about relay is ending it.” (Trinidi Webb (Staley))

Judge’s Comments: Great job capturing this very quick moment in perfect clarity. I love the expression on his face and the way the side lighting makes it dramatic.

Third Place: Caroline Kraft, Francis Howell Central High School

On March 18, DECA held its 27th annual DECA Dodgeball Tournament. Teams varying of all grades competed against each other through a bracket system. The Blue Ballers took it all the way to the championships and were crowned the Dodgeball Tournament winners. (Caroline Kraft (FHC))

Judge’s Comments: I always love a good reaction shot and this one has tons of emotion in it. Nice, clear image but just a little underexposed (inside the gym is so tough).

Honorable Mentions

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TRUST EACH OTHER: During the district soccer jamboree, sophomore Getsemani Munoz-Rincon takes the ball from her Winnetonka opponent. The North Kansas City Hornets won this preseason matchup 1-0. "No matter how hard your career is or your dream, try to accomplish it and never give up. Believe in yourself and trust in your teammates to accomplish things together," Munoz-Rincon said.
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