Mark Leech and Robin Park have received recognition for their work in capturing some of the most breathtaking moments since the inception of the new-look English top flight
Photographers Mark Leech and Robin Park have been awarded for their work in capturing Premier League action over the competition's first 20 seasons.Leech, who works for Offside Sports, received the Barclays Photographer of the 20 Seasons award for his work in capturing some of the most iconic moments in the English top flight.
He was responsible for images such as legendary Nottingham Forest boss Brian Clough celebrating his side avoiding the drop on the final day in 1993 and acrobatic volley attempt from David Ginola at White Hart Lane.
Leech described being chosen for the recognition as "the proudest moment of [his] career".
Meanwhile, Park received the Barclays Shot of the 20 Seasons award for his picture of Wayne Rooney's match-winning overhead kick in the Manchester derby.
He said: “For my photo to be chosen as the best shot in the history of the league is very humbling, and something I will cherish for the rest of my career. It was an iconic moment, and one that was seen all over the world, so to capture it in the way that I did was extremely satisfying.”
The pair have been handed a combined total of £15,000 worth of photographic equipment for their efforts.
