By: Art Hazelwood

Medium: Linocut
Year: 2025
Edition of 11
Image Size: 12 × 12.75 inches

Hazelwood's bold relief carving creates dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, while energetic lines and sculptural forms convey movement and intensity. The compressed composition places the viewer directly within the action, emphasizing the concentration of the young athletes and the guiding presence of their coach. Rooted in the traditions of social-realist printmaking, the work celebrates neighborhood life and the role of organized sports in fostering discipline, confidence, and community.