23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Above the Concrete: Solitary Ascent
Against the crisp air and changing light of autumn, a player rises alone on a public court in New York. This moment captures the quiet ritual of dedication—the solitary pursuit of practice and the personal drive that fuels the game across America, long after the crowds have gone home.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 10.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2025 |
| Photo Location: | New York, New York, United States of America |
| Copyright: | © Javier Sarmiento |