“Fly”: A Photo Essay

Whether dunking, flipping, or jumping in celebration, athletes soar above their opponents to reach new heights.

Dylan Morales, Photographer|March 29, 2023

Xavier Johnson kickflips more than seven feet from the ground seemingly floating above power lines and stadium lights.
Dominic McLawrence (’24) levitates in the air prior to dunking the ball.

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The basketball wheels through the air from Nick Basson (’23) to Dominic McLawrence (‘24) during the Elite Eight game of the 2023 season.

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Tucker Mills (’23) battles through opponents’ blocks, hovering over, to make a shot.

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Nick Basson (’23) shoots a basket, flying over his opponent’s block.

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Teammates soar in a congratulatory embrace.

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Taylon Adler (’23) takes the air as his teammate lifts him up after a touchdown.

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Firestone local Xavier Johnson pop shoves-it over a gap jetting further into the graffiti splattered skatepark.
Xavier Johnson kickflips more than seven feet from the ground seemingly floating above power lines and stadium lights.
Dominic McLawrence (’24) levitates in the air prior to dunking the ball.

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Dylan Morales, Photographer

Dylan Morales is a Senior. He enjoys snowboarding when it's cold, skateboarding when it's warm, and taking pictures when he travels. He is involved with Student Council and is looking forward to capturing the moments we will never forget this year.

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Ms. Long • Apr 3, 2023 at 12:15 pm

Great pictures!


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Nicolas Carrillo • Mar 31, 2023 at 8:03 am

W flicks


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Stacy • Mar 31, 2023 at 8:03 am

Great pictures! Keep up the great work !


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arizona lee • Mar 31, 2023 at 8:02 am

this is incredible


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