Sports Photography
in Grand Rapids, MI
Dynamic, authentic sports photography that captures the intensity, effort, and moments athletes work for all season long.
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More than
game-day photos.
I'm Crystal Poole, and sports photography is about much more than documenting a game. It's about capturing the moments athletes, parents, and coaches remember — a game-winning goal, a hard-earned lift, a celebration with teammates, or a quiet moment of focus before competition.
As a competitive CrossFit athlete and weightlifter and the photographer for my own Grand Rapids Barbell Team, I bring a firsthand understanding of sport and movement. I know where to be, what to look for, and how to anticipate the shot before it happens.
Every package includes unlimited images, an online gallery, and a print release.
Get in TouchSports I Photograph
Don't see your sport? Reach out — I'm always open to new opportunities.
Where I Shoot
School stadiums, community fields, athletic complexes, indoor facilities, tournaments, training centers — wherever athletes compete and train. For portrait sessions, I can recommend locations around Grand Rapids and West Michigan that fit the style you're after.
Sports move fast.
So do I.
My approach combines action photography with storytelling — focusing not only on the big plays, but also the emotions, energy, and personality that make sports meaningful.
Whether I'm photographing an individual athlete, a team, a tournament, or an entire season, I work to create images that feel authentic to the experience. I pay attention to details, anticipate key moments, and stay ready for the unexpected — because some of the best images happen in a split second.
Images athletes actually use for
- Recruiting profiles and college recruitment materials
- Senior banners and milestone seasons
- Social media and personal branding
- Team coverage parents and coaches can share
- Something worth printing and hanging on the wall
Coverage that fits
your athlete or team
All packages include unlimited images, an online gallery, and a print release — no hidden fees.
- Full event or game coverage
- Action shots, sidelines & celebrations
- Ideal for team sports, tournaments & events
- Unlimited images
- Online gallery
- Print release
I'll be there for the full story — the hustle, the hard-fought moments, and the celebrations. Booked by the hour so you only pay for the coverage you need.
- At The Story Room in Byron Center
- Individual athlete, in uniform
- Professional lighting & fully edited images
- Perfect for recruiting & senior seasons
- Unlimited images
- Online gallery
- Print release
Bring your jersey, your gear, and your game face. Polished, professional images that go beyond the standard team photo — perfect for senior seasons, recruiting profiles, and personal branding.
Travel Fees
Not sure which option fits your athlete or event? Reach out and I'll help you find the right fit.
Based in Grand Rapids,
serving all of West Michigan
I'm based near Grand Rapids and regularly photograph athletes and teams throughout the surrounding communities. Travel beyond the first 60 miles is billed at $0.70 per mile.
Questions & Answers
Yes. I work with individual athletes, small groups, entire teams, leagues, and tournament organizers. Game Day Coverage can be scaled to whatever level of coverage you need.
Absolutely. Game Day Coverage is designed specifically for full-event coverage — action, sidelines, celebrations, and key moments throughout the event. Just book the number of hours you need.
Yes. Many athletes use their images for recruiting profiles, social media, personal branding, senior banners, and college recruitment materials. Every package includes a print release so you can use them however you'd like.
Yes. Team photography can be added to Game Day Coverage or incorporated into a Studio Sport Portraits session. Reach out and we can put together a plan that fits your team's needs.
All packages include unlimited images delivered through your private online gallery, along with a print release so you can print and share them freely.
Weather and scheduling changes happen in sports. If an event is postponed, we'll work together to reschedule coverage for the new date whenever possible.
Yes. The first 60 miles are included with every session. Beyond that, additional mileage is billed at $0.70 per mile.
Popular sports seasons fill up quickly, especially during fall football, spring baseball and softball, and tournament weekends. Reaching out early is the best way to secure your preferred date.