
On the shelf
From academic research to rollicking fiction, UVA alumni and faculty members have been churning out books on a variety of topics. Here’s a look at some of them.
In full uniform, former Virginia soccer star Morgan Brian (Educ ’16) jumped into a swimming pool. While she was in the air, somebody tossed a ball; another person sprayed a hose. A third person threw a bucket of water.
Matt Riley was wading in the pool with his camera. After 20 or so attempts, Riley got the shot he was looking for to promote “the next wave” of UVA athletes.
“It’s probably my favorite photo that I’ve ever taken,” Riley says.
That’s saying a lot; Riley has more than a decade under his belt as a UVA sports photographer.
Virginia Magazine asked Riley to choose some of his favorite shots from his career here. Many were taken during monumental moments, such as ACC and NCAA championships. Riley says the Virginia basketball team’s win over Duke in the 2014 ACC Tournament finals at the Greensboro Coliseum—the Cavaliers’ first championship since 1976—ranks near the top of his list. His photos included Coach Tony Bennett triumphantly standing on a ladder cutting down the net and star Joe Harris getting put in a playful headlock by teammates after being named MVP.
“It brought tears to my eyes while I was on the sideline,” Riley says. “It had been so long.”
Comments
David Cundiff on 02/26/2018
The b-ball celebration photos is one of my favorite photos of all time. Capturing that special group including Coach Bennett celebrating was super. You do not see Tony react like that often and knowing he was reacting to a play by a walkon is special.
Will Gerstmyer on 02/21/2018
Such beauty and such experiences that any sports fan would love to have. I am interested in learning how to peruse your next-level of archive. Please let me know how to see more of your fine work. BS ‘79, MArch ‘83, 4 years Men’s soccer player plus 4 years assistant coach
Dick Laurance on 12/16/2016
Great picture of JPJ. We had a ton of pictures taken during the construction process but your photo is incredible. How could I purchase one?? My number is 973 7729..TNX..
Dick Laurance on 12/16/2016
Great picture of JPJ. We had a ton of pictures taken during the construction process but your photo is incredible. How could I purchase one?? My number is 973 7729..TNX..
Roy Harrill on 12/09/2016
Matt, what a terrific shot of Morgan Brian. Virtually all your photos are outstanding, but this one achieves an all new level of photography! Very creative and artful. We appreciate so much all the amazing work you do for UVa Athletics. Also thanks to Whitey for doing such a great article highlighting our elite photographer. Go Hoos!
Holly Voelker on 12/09/2016
Matt, I have always admired your work since our daughter Kendahl Voelker ‘11 was on the volleyball team. You have an amazing eye that captures the beauty in each athletic sport you cover. Thank you for sharing your inspiring gift!
Jo on 12/07/2016
Matt, you are a WINNER! Time for UVA to give you a big raise and a big promotion! Some other school will scoop you up and hire you for the Big Buck, so wake up UVA! We don’t want to lose Matt Riley!!!
Dennis Lee on 12/05/2016
No one appreciates walk-ons more than their basketball teammates and coaches. I will never forget this moment! Thank you, Matt for your gifted eye. The blend of Coach Bennett’s joy and gratitude could never be captured more beautifully…