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Meet Sara
 

I’m Sara Dechance, a professional sports photographer with a passion for capturing the intensity, movement, and raw emotion of the game. As a lifelong athlete and dedicated rugby player, I know that the best moments in sports happen in the blink of an eye—my job is to make them last forever.

Originally from Southern California, I moved to the Central Coast in 1995 and never looked back. The fresh coastal air, breathtaking sunsets, and abundant wildlife drew me in, and today, I share a small ranch with my husband, our horses, chickens, dogs, and cats. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me on the pitch, both playing and photographing the sport I love most—rugby.

My goal as a photographer is to freeze the moments that matter most—the split-second try, the determined focus in an athlete’s eyes, the pure joy of victory. Whether I’m capturing fast-paced sports action or dynamic athlete portraits, I strive to bring out the energy and passion in every shot.

One of my biggest dreams is to photograph a professional rugby match in New Zealand or Australia. I also hope to one day travel to Africa to capture elephants, zebras, lions, and jaguars in their natural habitat. Exploring more of Scotland and Ireland—with a few unforgettable portrait sessions along the way—is also high on my bucket list.

My passion lies in sports and in the art of storytelling through photography. I look forward to the opportunity to memorialize your game. 

Stepping off the pitch to take photos of the next rugby match. I'm so grateful for my friend Nora Rogers for photographing me in my element.

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