Ray Gray is a native of Flint, Michigan. A self-taught photographer who loves sports, when you find Ray, he is out in the city writing articles, capturing unnoticed events in the community, and giving them the proper spotlight. You can contact him at: greatlaker81@gmail.com
On Monday, Feb. 3, the International Academy of Flint teamed up with the Invisible Giants Foundation to celebrate National Girls and Women’s in Sports Day — a day that honors the women who paved the way for today's female student-athletes.
Flint native Claressa Shields made boxing history in her hometown on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, at Dort Financial Center. In a unanimous decision, judges ruled the fight in favor of Shields, making her the undisputed unified women's heavyweight champion.
Last month, Flint native Trey McKenney announced his commitment to the University of Michigan at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library with family and friends in attendance.
On Saturday, September 7, the local clothing brand DISTVNT held the grand opening for their new storefront located at 4205 Miller Rd in Flint Township.
Flintside photographer Ray Gray captured all the action of JaVale McGee's 2024 Flint City Pro-Am Summer League at International Academy of Flint. The games have taken place every weekend throughout July, providing a safe space for basketball fans and young athletes with valuable resources and mentorship.
Flintside contributor Ray Gray captured electrifying images of Dixon's Violin's 70-minute show at Blackstone's Smokehouse in downtown Flint on Thursday, May 30, 2024.
Flintside contributor Ray Gray captured images of boxer Jaylyn Nichols' walk-through workout before his 'Armageddon in April' fight on Saturday, April 27 in Saginaw, Michigan.
Winning the AP D1 Player of the Year award for the second year in a row, Trey McKenney is on the verge of being one of the top 10 high school basketball players in the nation.
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