Dominique Sanders

Dean of Students at R.B.Chamberlin Middle School/Head Boys Basketball Coach 🏀

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

I have accepted the position of head boys basketball coach at Twinsburg! I am extremely excited to return home and meet the guys! We will strive for excellence on and off the basketball court while continuing the tradition of K-12 success! #TigerStrong

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

Let’s go!!!

[Cooper Sullivan-2027/DE @CooperSull21761]

I will be attending the Ohio University elite prospect camp 5/31. Excited to showcase my skills!
@CoachJohnHauser
@PhelpsDLCoach
@CoachObly

6’3
255
Bench: 320x1
Squat:500x1
Broad jump: 8 ft 11 in

@RollHudFootball
@Coach_Gough
@CoachD_Sanders
@Mark__Porter

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

Yeaaa Coop!

[Cooper Sullivan-2027/DE @CooperSull21761]

Thank you @CoachDJVokolek for pulling me out of class to speak. I enjoyed the conversation and I can’t wait to connect again soon.

@RollHudFootball
@Coach_Gough
@CoachD_Sanders
@NUFBFamily

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

Just a few Tiger alumni trying to make a difference!!

https://t.co/JTsvwxn6QI

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

Coop!!!!

[Cooper Sullivan-2027/DE @CooperSull21761]

315x1 Bench Pr
255 bodyweight.
@CoachD_Sanders

[T.J. Powell @tjpowellnet]

Top 25 High School Sports Photos of Winter 2025–2026

https://t.co/qstL1rD2Sm

Winter sports always deliver—tight gyms, loud crowds, fast action, and moments that unfold in fractions of a second. It’s one of the most challenging (and rewarding) seasons to shoot, and this year was no exception.

If you’ve followed along, you’ve seen galleries from across the season—boys and girls basketball, wrestling, and everything in between. This post is different. This is the highlight reel.

These are my 25 favorite images from the 2025–2026 winter season—not just because of peak action, but because of the story each one tells.

The Season Behind the Photos
This winter felt fast.

Basketball games blur together in the best way—quick turnarounds, packed schedules, and just enough time between possessions to reset before the next play develops. From a photography standpoint, that means constantly anticipating instead of reacting. The difference between a good shot and a great one is often a fraction of a second.

Wrestling brings a completely different rhythm. It’s more contained, more deliberate, but just as intense. You’re watching for leverage, positioning, and the exact moment everything shifts. There’s no crowd of players—just two athletes and total focus.

And then there are the moments that happen away from the action. Coaches talking through adjustments. Players locked in on the bench. Parents and fans fully invested in every possession. Those moments matter just as much as the plays themselves.

Why These 25
Narrowing a full season down to 25 images is never easy.

Some made the cut because everything came together technically—timing, composition, lighting. Others made it because of the emotion they captured. And a few are in here simply because they represent something bigger than the frame: a milestone, a turning point, or a memory that will stick long after the season ends.

Together, they tell the story of the winter—not just what happened, but what it felt like to be there.

What This Season Meant
Covering local high school sports continues to be something I genuinely enjoy—not just because of the action, but because of the people and the community around it.

I’ve always approached photography from both a technical and creative perspective. My background pushes me to think about exposure, timing, and consistency—but sports photography demands instinct just as much as precision. You don’t get a second chance at most of these moments.

This season pushed that balance. Faster play, tougher lighting, and a constant need to stay a step ahead of the game.

Final Thoughts
If there’s one thing this collection reinforces, it’s this:

The best sports photos aren’t just about the play—they’re about the moment.

Thanks to the athletes, coaches, and families for making this season what it was—and for allowing me to document it along the way.

More to come.

@TwinsburgTigers @SuburbanLgOH @twinsburgcsd @theTwinsburgHS @AkronEcho @twinsburglocal @OHSAASports @twinsburgtab @MaxPreps @CheerTwinsburg @ladytigers_ths @SpenceGenos @TwinsTigersBall @CoachD_Sanders

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

That’s a badddd man! #330breed

[Chatterbox Sports @CBoxSports]

OH MY GOD LUKE SKALJAC

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

A dream of mine has always been to open my own gym! That journey will begin this spring! #PhysiqueIsland

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

Today we had my big brother come speak about his college/NFL days and drop some knowledge about life to our students!!

[Ricardo Rj Ruffin @Rjruffin5]

Excited to announce my commitment to Slippery Rock!!! @lutzsru @coach_marella #gorock @Coach_HarrisJr @saulter_charles

[Coach Saulter @saulter_charles]

Extremely proud of this young man. Very bright future ahead of you.

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

Down in Tampa we ran into Michael Gallagher! A well known photographer who’s shot many iconic professional photos/videos and was also on ESPN E:60 series. Mike approached me asking to document our championship game because he loved our team’s! Thanks Mike! https://t.co/1ZXRd6OUgB

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

#AfterPracticeMedia stopped up to the burg recently for an interview! 🐅🐅 https://t.co/XMffyNygEH

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

A trip that I’ll never forget! What A Time!!!! 🐅🐅

[Twinsburg Girls Basketball @ladytigers_ths]

TAYLOR DYE FOR THREEEEE! Hits a go ahead shot with 9 seconds left to lead the lady tigers to the championship!

JV with a 42-28 comeback win as well!

Both teams will play in the championship tomorrow at 11 (JV) and 11:20 (V)!

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

One thing we won’t do is point fingers! Instead we must trust each other, embrace the struggle, and just figure it out! Championship 2:15 pm tomorrow vs the winner of Seneca Valley PA & Country Side Florida

[Twinsburg Tigers Boys Basketball @TwinsTigersBall]

The tigers get a much needed win and everyone contributed! 53-37 win over Palmetto Florida as we advance to the next round!

Cameron Suggs led the Tigers with 14 points and 6 assist!

Robert Herndon was a monster on the court with 12 points and 8 rebounds! 🐅🐅

[Twinsburg Athletics @TwinsburgTigers]

A huge shout-out to both @SpenceGenos and @CoachD_Sanders for spending months leading fundraising efforts in both of their programs to provide this awesome opportunity for their athletes! Excited for all of the coaches and athletes to make lifelong memories this week!

[Dominique Sanders @CoachD_Sanders]

We have arrived! Let’s go compete and have some fun!!!

[Twinsburg Tigers Boys Basketball @TwinsTigersBall]

Headed to Florida to figure this out as one unit! 🐅🐅

[T.J. Powell @tjpowellnet]

Photos from the Twinsburg vs Andrews Osborne Academy High School Boys Basketball (V&JV) are now online at https://t.co/ktuLCtK4B2

The Varsity game ended with a Tigers WIN with a score of 64-61. Very exciting game and a great way to start the season!

@TwinsburgTigers @SuburbanLgOH @twinsburgcsd @theTwinsburgHS @AkronEcho @twinsburglocal @OHSAASports @twinsburgtab @MaxPreps @TwinsTigersBall @CoachD_Sanders @CheerTwinsburg