2024 Review in Pictures for Bloomington - Normal Sports

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So much water under the bridge this year. I could add a lot of context to this post but I think I'll just let the images speak for the year. 50 of several thousand frames this year. Maybe not the best ones, but I like them all for what they say to me. I can't post 50, so click the link and enjoy!

World class images from the Best Look in Sports Action Photography in Bloomington - Normal, McLean County and the 309 area code.
https://alanlookphotography.zenfoliosite.com/2025-favorites?ct=2
Location: Bloomington, IL, USA

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