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Donn Dobkin's avatar

Nice! Things are definitely MUCH easier with technological advancements as you described. But you still need to anticipate the moment and be there. I think the photographs from Sports Illustrated got me thinking about photography. I have very few possessions from my childhood but an old scrapbook of SI photos is one of them. I just could never let it go. Thanks for posting!!!

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Tom Leininger's avatar

Does the fact the Giants lost the game OBJ made the catch lessen the moment? Good story, I can't see an AP Photo on a Wheaties box today.

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Patrick Witty's avatar

Yes. An inconsequential play to the game, but definitive for the player. If OBJ makes the Hall of Fame, which isn't a given, I think the photo will mean more in the long run. Discovered that vintage Wheaties boxes are a thing, check out eBay...

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Lisa Travis's avatar

Incredible and insightful! Thank you!

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Patrick Witty's avatar

Coming from a Division 1 athlete, that means a lot! Thank you ❤️

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