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Chase Roebuck Autumn Meet
Chase Roebuck Autumn Meet
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Nuneaton Town 1 – Coventry United 0
Nuneaton Town 1 – Coventry United 0

Photos from Nuneaton Town’s 1-0 win against Coventry United in the United Counties Ground Development League Cup.

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Northampton ON Chenecks 1 – 3 Nuneaton Town
Northampton ON Chenecks 1 – 3 Nuneaton Town

Nuneaton Town earned a gritty 3–1 win at Northampton ON Chenecks. A night of late goals, strong character, and the quiet challenge of photographing football under uneven floodlights.

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FA Vase 1st Round: Stafford Town FC 3-3 Nuneaton Town (2-4 on pens)
FA Vase 1st Round: Stafford Town FC 3-3 Nuneaton Town (2-4 on pens)

Nuneaton Town booked their FA Vase Second Round spot the hard way, drawing 3–3 at Stafford before winning 4–2 on penalties. A day of twists, tension, and non-league cup football at its best.

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Nuneaton Town 3–1 Hinckley AFC — Under the Lights at Bedworth Oval
Nuneaton Town 3–1 Hinckley AFC — Under the Lights at Bedworth Oval
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SANDWELL AQUATICS OPEN MEET 2025 - PHOTOS edited and ready! 🏊‍♂️ 📸
SANDWELL AQUATICS OPEN MEET 2025 - PHOTOS edited and ready! 🏊‍♂️ 📸
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  • Two soccer players in light blue jerseys and a player in a red and white jersey compete for the ball on a soccer field, with a crowd of spectators in the background.

    EFL CHAMPIONSHIP - Coventry City 2-0 Middlesbrough

    Photos available from Sport Pix.

  • A silver football trophy with blue and white ribbons on a black table in front of a blurred crowd of spectators, with a sign reading 'Birmingham County Football Association' below.

    Birmingham Floodlit Cup Final 2025

    Cradley Town 1-0 Nuneaton Town

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  • Swimmer wearing a black cap with 'Cog' logo and goggles, swimming in a pool during a competition.

    12th April 2025: Storm Trident National Qualifier

    Photo link available from participating clubs. Parents can also send me the name of their swimmer and an event that they participated in to receive the photo link.

  • Swimmer in red swimsuit diving into a swimming pool during a meet, with text overlay reading 'Chase Roebuck Meet Regional Qualifiers.'

    6th April 2025: Chase Last chance regional qualifier

    Photo link available from participating clubs. Parents can also send me the name of their swimmer and an event that they participated in to receive the photo link.

  • A female swimmer in a swimming cap and goggles competing in a pool with text overlay about the John Hughes Open Meet 2025, City of Coventry Swimming Club.

    15th-16th March: City of Coventry Swimming

    Photo link available from participating clubs. Parents can also send me the name of their swimmer and an event that they participated in to receive the photo link.

  • A swimmer wearing goggles and a swimsuit, swimming in a pool with a cap that says 'Sandwell', with text promoting Sandwell Aquatics for regional long course swimming events.

    22nd-23rd March 2025: Sandwell Aquatics

    Photo link available from participating clubs. Parents can also send me the name of their swimmer and an event that they participated in to receive the photo link.

  • Two soccer players competing for the ball on the field during a match, with a crowd in the background.

    EFL Championship: Coventry City v Burnley

    Photos from the Sky Bet Championship match. Photos available from SportPix.

  • Kids in colorful soccer uniforms and medals posing on a soccer field with a trophy after a match, promoting the Soccer Rockz Spring Cup 2025.

    9th March 2025: Soccer Rockz Spring Cup

    Photo link available from Soccer Rockz

Fully insured and dbs-cleared sports photographer working with grassroots teams, academies, swimming clubs, the non-league paper, and nuneaton town football club.

Close-up of a cricket wicket with the stumps and bails in play, a batsman in white pads and gloves nearby, on a grassy cricket field.
Cyclist in red and black kit on a track, head bowed, holding handlebars, with That British Cycling Team banner in the background.
Three young soccer players wearing blue and white striped jerseys and blue shorts celebrate on a green field.
Young soccer team celebrating victory on the field with a trophy, wearing maroon and white uniforms, in front of a goal post.
A youth soccer game showing a goalkeeper in an orange jersey making a save, catching a ball at the goal, while two children in white jerseys and another in a black and red jersey look on on a sunny day with trees in the background.
Two soccer players in blue uniforms celebrating on the field, with fans in the background.
Soccer goalkeeper in orange jersey reaching up to block a colorful soccer ball going into the goal during a game.
Cricket player in white uniform on grass field, attempting to gather the ball near the stumps.
A man in a white cricket uniform catching a red cricket ball on a cricket field.
A young girl wearing a pink sports jersey cheering with her arms raised in victory, next to another girl in a yellow jersey on a grassy field.
Young boy in black soccer jersey giving a thumbs up on a soccer field.
Two female soccer players in red jerseys and black shorts celebrating with a high five on a grassy field, with three other players in the background.
A women's soccer match with a player in a black and white striped jersey kicking a yellow soccer ball on a grassy field, while opponents and spectators watch in the background.
A young soccer goalkeeper in a neon green jersey and black gloves catching a soccer ball in front of a goal with netting.
Cricket player in white uniform and navy helmet on the ground after falling while attempting a run, with a cricket stumps and another player seen partially in the frame.
Three cricket stumps with purple bails on top, green and purple branding, and a logo of a cricket player at the bottom with the text 'Nuneaton C.C.'.
A group of eleven cricket players in white uniforms and maroon caps, posing outdoors on a cricket field with houses and trees in the background, under a blue sky with some clouds.
A cricket player in a blue and yellow uniform, wearing sunglasses and a cap, running with a cricket ball in hand during a match. Spectators are visible in the background.
Cricket player in yellow and blue uniform crouching on a field to catch a ball.
A soccer goalkeeper in a dark blue uniform is jumping mid-air, reaching out with his gloved hand to catch a soccer ball during a game.
Cyclist wearing a red and black Wale's Racing Academy outfit and white helmet, leaning forward while riding a black bike indoors.
A cyclist wearing a red and black racing suit and white helmet, bent forward on a black track bike with aerodynamic disc wheels, riding indoors on a wooden velodrome track.
Close-up of a Wattshop racing bicycle saddle made of black carbon with pink branding and graphics, mounted on a black frame with visible hardware and branding, with a blurred background.
Swimmer in a blue swimsuit and goggles performing the freestyle stroke in a swimming pool with yellow and purple lane dividers.
A soccer player in a blue striped jersey and shorts is preparing to kick a yellow and red soccer ball on a green field, with empty bleachers and spectators in the background.
A soccer player in a blue jersey and shorts is jumping in the air on a grass field, with a referee and others in the background, during a match.
A man in a blue and white striped soccer uniform celebrating on a soccer field.
Swim start blocks positioned at the edge of an indoor swimming pool, with lanes separated by red and white lane dividers, and spectators seated on bleachers in the background.
Swimming pool with black and red pennant flags for Sandwell Aquatics Club
Swimming pool with lane markers and a string of pennants reading 'City of Coventry' and displaying a city skyline and a large 'C', with blurred people in the background.
Swimmer wearing a cap with a red and blue logo, swimming in a pool with yellow lane dividers.
A young boy in a maroon soccer uniform jumps to head a soccer ball during a game on a field, with a partly cloudy sky in the background.

There’s no match fee, just pay for the photos that you want.

I don’t charge anything to photograph an event, so clubs don’t have to worry about paying anything upfront. My business is based on photo sales.

I’m able to provide you with high resolution digital images that are automatically emailed to you upon receipt of payment.

I work with an award-winning professional photographic lab, which can print your photos at a range of sizes and the quality is fantastic! 

The majority of parents take advantage of the photo packages available, which reduce the cost you pay for digital images and prints. 

Book your grassroots sports photography

Based in Nuneaton, Matt Davenport Photography specialises in capturing the energy, passion, and emotion of grassroots sport across the Midlands. From swimming meets to football matches, every image tells a story of teamwork, dedication, and achievement.

No match fees. No hidden costs. Just professional, high-quality sports photography — capturing the action and preserving memories for you.

Matt Davenport Photography has teamed up with…

  • Chesapeake High School Football emblem with a football on a trophy cup in the center, surrounded by a black and red circular border.

  • The Nuneaton Borough football club crest featuring blue wavy lines, a golden soldier, three black diamonds on a red background, and a soccer ball, with the text 'Nuneaton Borough' on a banner.

  • Logo for VFA Vision Football Academy with stars and soccer ball background.

  • The Stonydelph Juniors FC logo featuring a flaming torch with a soccer ball at the top.

  • Logo of Coaching Academy with black background, gold and white lettering, and a central circle with the initials 'CP'.

  • The badge of Albion Football Club Foundation with a blue shield background, featuring a shield with wavy blue lines and a silver emblem, and a crest with a bird and holly, surrounded by a blue border with white text reading 'Academy of the Albion Foundation'.

  • A shield-shaped emblem with a yellow vertical stripe in the center and dark blue on the sides, featuring the word "BLADES" in bold, dark blue letters running vertically.

  • Logo of Next Generation Football Academy featuring a soccer ball and the letters NGA, with a circular border that says 'Next Generation Football Academy' and 'MMXX' at the bottom.

  • The logo of Bedworth Eagles FC featuring an eagle with outstretched wings standing on a soccer ball, with the team name and motto 'United-to-Achieve' surrounding it.

  • Circular logo with the words 'BELFORD GOALKEEPING' surrounding the initials 'BGS' in the center.

  • Logo of Haunchwood Sports F.C. featuring a blue and white soccer ball inside a red circle with white text.

  • Logo for Carl Baker Football Academy featuring a silhouette of a football player, a soccer ball, and a blue banner with the name.

  • Logo of Rugby Borough Football Club featuring a lion, a soccer ball, and the words 'Rugby Borough Football Club' with the motto 'Victori Spolia'.

  • Coalville Sports Club logo featuring a yellow bird, a fish, and a stylized S on a blue background.

  • Logo of the Nuneaton Jaguars American Football team featuring a jaguar's head inside a shield with team name and stars.

  • City of Coventry Swimming logo featuring a large red and blue letter 'C' with surrounding text and water design elements.

  • Logo for Sandwell Aquatics Club featuring a red and black circular design with 'SA' initials, a trident, and the text 'Sandwell Aquatics Club Est. 2022'.

  • Logo of Nuuneaton Town Football Club, featuring a circular design with a blue background, a flag, bear, red section with three black diamonds, and a soccer ball.

  • Logo of Wolverhampton Swimming Club with large yellow W, red S and C letters, and the club's name in yellow text below.

Fans of Matt Davenport Photography

  • "Matt has been present at several football sessions/matches involving my son and is always able to capture those fantastic moments that you want to savour or can miss in the blink of an eye! Keep up the great work Matt!"

    Corinne F

  • "We're delighted to have Matt Davenport Photography on board to help us with our promotional materials. A very talented and dedicated photographer."

    Charlie J - Vision Football Academy

  • "Fantastic to see Matt Davenport Photography doing well. He's been fantastic over the last 3 years and always a pleasure working with him."

    Lee P - Etone Football Academy

  • "Thank you Matt Davenport Photography for yesterday, you were amazing. We can't wait to see the final prints. Highly recommend Matt, if you're running a sports event. Friendly and professional, capturing memories."

    Leia W - Jet Blade Juniors

  • Big, big thanks to Matt Davenport Photography for coming down to the Belford Goalkeeping School to night to get some images of all of our goalkeepers in action. If anyone is looking for some action shots or general fantastic photography, Matt is your man."

    Ty B - Belford Goalkeeping School

  • “Number 1 grassroots photographer in the Midlands, or I have ever come across. Top bloke, really genuine, quality is perfection and nothing is too much trouble.Highly recommended."

    Aaron K - Ambleside Masters

  • "Fantastic all round, cannot fault anything. Fab pics, fab website, fab bloke."

    Shaun

  • "This guy has the best sports photography in the Midlands. He is superb."

    Matt J - Nuneaton Borough Girls

  • "Captures the bits you miss even if you are present. Epic pictures and great service always ."

    Simon K - Bedworth Eagles

  • "Fantastic photographer and an even better professional to deal with. Team and match photos have always been excellent and the service he offered to design my company logo was top notch."

    Danny C - DC Coaching

  • "Excellent local business. Ordering prints is so easy and flexible. No pressure to order through the company or pay ridiculous prices for copies. I ordered the digital downloads, so I can have the freedom to get them printed from wherever I want."

    Mr T

  • "The best around! Matt has photographed our team on several occasions and is extremely professional. A true talent with an extremely approachable manner. Matt went above and beyond to assist myself and several parents of our team with their purchase options. 100% recommended to all."

    Dave R - Nuneaton Borough Juniors Coach

  • "Fantastic photos of all my 3 swimmers at a very busy open meet. Thank you!"

    Catherine R - Parent

  • "Great photos and great service. Used for our football team. Totally professional and friendly. Highly recommended."

    Mark W - Coach

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 FAQs

  • 1. Scope & Ownership

    All images captured by Matt Davenport Photography (MDP) are the intellectual property of the photographer and are protected under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. A purchase grants a license to use, not a transfer of ownership.

    2. Personal License (Parents/Individuals)

    • Permitted: Sharing on personal social media, home printing, and digital photo frames.

    • Prohibited: * No Competitions: Images cannot be entered into any photography contests or "Photo of the Week" draws. Most contests claim rights to entries that the buyer does not have the legal authority to grant.

      • No Commercial Redistribution: You may not sell, sub-license, or provide images to newspapers or brands without a commercial agreement from MDP.

    3. Commercial License (Clubs/Leagues)

    • Club Stock Bundle: high-res images for official club website, social media, and flyers.

    • Consent & Safeguarding: The Club is responsible for ensuring all depicted individuals have signed a commercial model release. MDP is not liable for claims arising from a club's failure to verify their "Photo Refusal List."

    • Sponsorship: Third-party sponsors (e.g., local businesses) must purchase their own license for advertising use.

    4. Infringement & Consequences

    MDP proactively monitors social media for watermarked screenshots.

    • Unauthorised Capture: Bypassing a watermark via screenshot is considered "flagrant infringement."

    Penalty: An immediate invoice for the Commercial License Fee (£250) will be issued. MDP reserves the right to report infringing posts for removal and to ban the user from all future galleries.

    TERMS OF SALE

    1. GENERAL PROVISIONS & COPYRIGHT

    All TERMS OF SALE listed here are applicable to the purchase of any images, prints, canvases, imaging services, Media and/or other Product(s) available through Matt Davenport Photography's online store. These terms may not be altered or amended through purchase orders, emails, or external documents.

    Ownership: All images are the exclusive property of Matt Davenport Photography and are protected by UK and International Copyright Law. Purchase of a product constitutes a License to Use, not a transfer of ownership. Matt Davenport Photography reserves the right to use all Media for website, blog, or marketing purposes unless a prior "Privacy Agreement" has been signed.

    2. PERSONAL USE LICENSE (NON-COMMERCIAL)

    Personal, Non-Commercial use of the Media is limited to:

    • Display on personal websites and social media profiles.

    • Personal device storage (phones, tablets, computers).

    • Making physical prints for personal home display or gifts.

    Prohibited Actions: The Buyer may not:

    • Screenshotting: Capture watermarked previews via screenshot or screen recording. This is a flagrant breach of contract. Detected captures will result in an immediate invoice for the Full Commercial License Fee (£250).

    • Competitions: Enter any Media into photography competitions, newspapers’ "Photo of the Week" contests, or social media giveaways. The Buyer does not hold the legal authority to grant competition organizers the rights required for entry.

    • Commercial Use: Use Media for business promotion, sponsorship, or any use for which the Buyer receives remuneration.

    • Sub-licensing: Resell, redistribute, or provide Media to third-party brands or local media without express written permission.

    3. COMMERCIAL & CLUB USAGE

    Purchases made by or on behalf of a Swimming/Sports Club for promotional use (Flyers, Website, Social Media Branding) require a Commercial Club License.

    Mandatory Consent: The Buyer (Club) assumes all responsibility for ensuring that all individuals (or guardians of minors) depicted in the Media have provided explicit, written consent for promotional use. The Buyer agrees to indemnify Matt Davenport Photography against any claims arising from a lack of subject consent or safeguarding breaches.

    4. PRICING, PAYMENT & COLLECTION

    Purchasing requires valid Payment Information. Matt Davenport Photography reserves the right to terminate orders where payment cannot be processed. Collection Costs: The customer agrees to financially reimburse Matt Davenport Photography for all costs incurred during the collection of amounts owed, including but not limited to legal fees and costs of any collection agencies used.

    5. DOWNLOADS & SHIPPING

    • Downloads: Digital Media will be made available upon receipt of valid payment. Downloads are intended for a single successful capture; it is the customer's responsibility to save files to a compatible device. Matt Davenport Photography is not responsible for local technical difficulties during saving.

    • Shipping: We use commercially reasonable efforts to ship physical products via third-party vendors within estimated timeframes. We are not liable for shipping delays caused by carriers. Customers are responsible for all shipping charges, which are subject to verification and correction.

    6. RETURN & EXCHANGE POLICY

    • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If unsatisfied with a physical product, you may return it within thirty (30) days for a resend or a refund (less shipping). Products must be in original condition.

    • Digital Downloads: Due to the nature of digital Media, refunds for downloads are issued at the sole discretion of Matt Davenport Photography based on individual circumstances.

    • No Exchanges: We do not accept exchanges for incorrect sizes or prints ordered by the customer. Please review your cart carefully.

    7. PRODUCT ACCURACY & FORMATTING

    Matt Davenport Photography strives for accuracy but does not guarantee that product descriptions or colors are error-free. Variation in color/brightness can occur due to different monitor calibrations. We and our vendors reserve the right to format, crop, or modify Media as required to satisfy the dimensions of a specific print or product order.

  • I don’t charge a fee to photograph a match. I rely on photo sales to run my business.

  • I don’t print the photos. All print orders are automatically sent to a professional photographic lab.

  • All orders made before 1 pm (Monday - Friday) will be printed and dispatched on the same day.

  • I am fully insured to photograph pitch-side.

  • I am based in Nuneaton and cover the surrounding area, including Coventry, Warwickshire, Tamworth, Rugby, and Leicestershire.

  • I focus on sports and action photography, but I’m always keen to work with other people and different projects.

  • My online store uses PayPal and Stripe, which caters for debit and credit card payments as well as Apple Pay.

  • I usually take over 1000 photos during a match, and these will be edited down to around 300 photos.

  • Yes. The photographic lab are able to print a variety of print sizes (depending on the file size. Please get in touch if you need prints that are larger than 7x5”.