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Field notes from the gallery.
Weather, light, and match context behind recent soccer galleries.
May 30, 2026
Soft Light and Sharp Moments: Chicago Inter 2013B ECNL vs Indiana Elite
A May 30th ECNL match at Chicago Inter Soccer Complex gave me some of the most workable light of the spring season — overcast skies, no harsh shadows, and a group of 2013 boys playing with real intent.
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What I've Learned Shooting Youth Soccer with the Nikon Z6III and NIKKOR Z 180-600mm
A field-honest look at how the Nikon Z6III and NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR perform across real club soccer matches in Chicagoland — autofocus, reach, high-ISO files, and what it all means for families who want sharp, lasting images of their kids.
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