Menudo? Who knew?
July 30, 2008 by David Bergman
Sports Illustrated recently sent me to cover the first professional basketball game to be played outdoors. The WNBA’s New York Liberty scheduled a game against the Indiana Fever at Arthur Ashe Stadium, the home of tennis’ U.S. Open.
I knew the picture I wanted to make and went to the stadium the day before so I could scout locations.
During the second quarter — as the sun was setting over the Manhattan skyline in the distance — I made the photo.
After the game, they had a performance by Menudo. Yes, Menudo! They were one of the original boy bands and brought us the singer we would come to know as Ricky Martin.
Every girl under the age of 16 stayed around and screamed as loud as they could for this new crop of Latin heartthrobs.
The Arthur Ashe Stadium shot is wicked. The skyline in the background is a pretty sweet add to the photo. Man you are the best.
Great shot! I was wondering how it came out. While you were shooting the stadium and skyline, I decided to take a couple shots of you working. My son was looking down on the court and saying, look Dad, it’s the guy from Ships & Dip.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3097/2685655435_4ac19403a5_b.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3247/2685721805_ff54081c05_b.jpg
How on earth did you get that first photo? Did you climb on one of those light masts?
Check out the second photo that Andy posted right above you and you’ll see where I was.
Hey guys u r the best band I have ever listen 2..I want to meet all of you guys soon..I LOVE YOU!
——-