Maddie McCall on Women in Sports Media, Sports Photography, MLB, and Hockey Coverage

Northeastern student and rising sports media creator Maddie McCall joins The Winded Podcast to talk about her journey into sports photography, content creation, and breaking into the world of sports media while still in college. From covering hockey and baseball to creating content for MLB Network, Maddie shares how she built her path, developed her skills behind the camera, and found opportunities in a competitive industry.

In this episode, Maddie talks about what it takes to capture great moments in fast-paced sports, how anticipation and relationship-building help photographers succeed, and what she has learned from covering major events like the Beanpot and the final games at Matthews Arena. She also opens up about the challenges women face behind the camera in sports, the importance of mentorship, and why visibility for women in sports media matters.

Shamus and Maddie also dive into her favorite sports to shoot, the differences between photographing hockey and baseball, her experiences with Sports Girls Club, and her long-term goals in sports photography, hockey, baseball, and Olympic coverage. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in women in sports, sports photography, sports media careers, hockey coverage, baseball content, and the next generation of media talent.

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