(CBS DETROIT)By Ronnie Duncan - A time when images were frozen in black and white, moments captured through the lenses of Terrell Groggins' camera constantly display his works of art as a photojournalist.

"Whether it's sports, whether it's politics, whatever it is, I'm looking for the empathy and the human story," he said.

Groggins' eyes see what others miss, and what he invasions as his gift to define an alternative description.

One of his photos showed boxer Clarissa Shields' powerful punch on Hanna Gabriels in 2018 at the Detroit Masonic Temple. It won four prestigious worldwide photography awards, including "The Guardian" top 50th moments in sports history.

"Whether it's a solo individual sport or a team sport, you know that the person put the work in, and you're capturing a moment," he said. "Like that moment is not going to come again ... You have to be ready to take the photo and you have to be prepared for that moment."

Detroit photojournalist captures memorable sports moments in black and white

**‘We could feel the gravity of it. It was electrifying’: 50 photographs that reshaped sport**

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The Guardian Presents 50 photographs that reshaped sport

For me being recognized by The Guardian as one of the 50 photographers that reshaped sport is an incredible honor. To have my work acknowledged by such a reputable publication is a testament to my passion and dedication to photography. The fact that my photography has become part of sports history is truly humbling. It's a surreal feeling to know that my images will be remembered for years to come and that they have made an impact on the way we view sports. I take pride in my ability to capture the emotion and drama of sports in my photographs. For me, it's not just about the athletes or the game itself, but about the human stories and emotions that lie behind them. To have The Guardian recognize this in my work has been a dream come true. My recognition by The Guardian will inspire other aspiring photographers, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, to pursue their passion and know that they can make a significant impact in sports journalism.

Claressa Shields is an incredible athlete who has accomplished so much in her career. In 2012, she became the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in boxing, which was a groundbreaking achievement for women's boxing. She followed that up with another gold medal at the 2016 Olympics, making her the first American fighter, male or female, to win gold in successive Olympics.

After turning professional, Shields faced off against Hanna Gabriels, a Costa Rican boxer who was 12 years her senior, at the Masonic Temple in Detroit in 2018. It was a highly anticipated match, and the two women gave it their all in the ring. As a photojournalist who has been following Shields' career for years, I was honored to be able to capture this moment in her journey. It's amazing to see how far she's come and how much she's accomplished, both inside and outside of the ring. Shields is an inspiration to many, and her dedication and hard work have paid off in so many ways.

However, the day before the match, I experienced blatant racial profiling that left me feeling frustrated and angry. It was a reminder of the systemic racism that still exists in our society, and it was a situation that I felt Claressa and I both faced in our respective fields.

“I would like to encourage everyone to read the article featuring my award-winning work, along with 49 other images that have reshaped sport. Seeing my work recognized and celebrated is truly a thrilling experience, and I hope that it inspires others to create impactful and meaningful work as well."