ABOUT US

About Acela Tribune

An independent digital publication built for speed, quality, and credibility in sports photography

Who We Are

Acela Tribune is an independent digital publication that operates as a central assignment desk for sports photography and editorial coverage. We coordinate credentialed photographers across regions to provide on-site visual documentation of collegiate and professional sporting events.

We are not a newspaper. We are not a blog. We are a professional media organization built to deliver editorial-standard photography with the speed and reliability that editors, athletic departments, and media outlets require.

What We Do

Assign & Manage Coverage

We coordinate photographers for on-site event coverage, ensuring credentialed access and professional execution.

Editorial-Standard Photography

Publication-ready images delivered with accurate, professional captions and metadata.

Fast Turnaround

Deadline-driven delivery for media outlets, teams, conferences, and communications offices.

Credentialed Access

Professional photographers with verified credentials and media experience.

How We're Different

Assignment Desk Model

We operate as a coordinated assignment desk, not a freelance portfolio. Coverage is structured, reliable, and scalable.

Third-Party Media Partner

We provide independent editorial coverage as a credentialed third-party outlet, not as a team affiliate or promotional service.

Built for Professionals

Our service is designed for editors, athletic communications professionals, conference offices, and brands—not casual fans or social media.

Scalable & Consistent

Regional network model allows us to cover multiple events simultaneously with consistent quality standards.

A press photographer takes photos with a professional camera

Our Network

Acela Tribune coordinates a network of credentialed sports photographers spanning New York through Florida, with plans for continued national expansion.

Our photographers are experienced professionals with media credentials, editorial backgrounds, and a clear understanding of deadline-driven work. This is not a hobbyist network—it's a coordinated system built for reliability and professional output.

Collegiate Athletics (NCAA D-I, II, III)
Professional Sports & Leagues
Select High-Level Youth & Showcase Events

Our Mission

To provide credible, editorial-standard sports photography and visual storytelling through a professional assignment desk model—delivering the speed, quality, and reliability that media organizations and athletic departments require.

Built for editors. Focused on credibility. Driven by deadlines.

Coverage Highlights

On Assignment for Partner Outlets

Acela Tribune photographers have provided credentialed sports coverage on assignment for partner media outlets, operating under editorial direction and league media guidelines. Below is a selection of notable events and environments covered by our team.

Jimmy V Classic

NCAA Men's Basketball (Madison Square Garden)

Coaches vs. Cancer

NCAA Men's Basketball charity events

National Football League (NFL)

Credentialed media environments

ACC Football

NCAA College Football — Atlantic Coast Conference coverage

Big Ten Football

NCAA College Football — Big Ten Conference coverage

Power-5 Athletics

Collegiate athletics (football & basketball)

PGA Events

PGA-sanctioned corporate & charity outings (credentialed access)

Outlet names and specific assignments available upon request, in accordance with media partner guidelines.

Ready to Coordinate Coverage?

Contact the Acela Tribune Assignment Desk for coverage requests, credential verification, or media partnerships.