View from the sideline

I had the opportunity on Saturday to take photos of the ASU - Cal football game from the sideline, for my photojournalism class. It was amazing how different the experience, especially the atmosphere, is when you're on the field. The crowd is loud, yet you can still hear the hecklers ("You're ****ing terrible, ref!" Or, "Hey, Sullivan, you suck!"). And by the end of the game, I was exhausted from running up and down the sideline competing with other photographers for prime real estate.

I took about 300 photos, about 50 of which are acceptable, and about 20, in my opinion, are pretty good. Here are a few for your viewing pleasure:

The ASU band during pre-game festivities.

Coach Dennis Erickson and the Sun Devils jog onto the field before the game.

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California quarterback Kevin Riley takes a snap during the first quarter.

ASU quarterback Danny Sullivan throws a pass during the first quarter. He missed the receiver.

California running back Javid Best is tackled by the Sun Devil defense after picking up a first down.

I don't remember who this is, and I'm too tired to look it up right now.

ASU quarterback Samson Szakacsy throws his first career pass - for a touchdown.