Syracuse Crunch Eric Neilson meets a young Bench Buddy at the OnCenter War Memorial in Syracuse, New York.
Nikon D700/24-85G, 1/160s, f/3.5, ISO 800, EV 0, 24mm focal length, flash.
The Syracuse Crunch have a Bench Buddy program where fans can sit in the player’s bench during pre-game warm ups. I have been there to photograph many fans enjoying this privilege but it’s the kids which create the best moments when a player comes over to interact with them. Yesterday, the Crunch’s Man of the Year Eric Neilson meet a Bench Buddy and created a memorable moment and photograph for both of them.
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That’s really cute! What a great idea for the team and fans!
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The fans who have done this really enjoy getting inside the glass and meeting, seeing and hearing the players while they go about their pre-game routines.
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You take amazing pictures! I see you at all the games. This one is amazing.
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Thanks, Jen! Stop me and say “hi”!
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