Media Credentials

1. Working Media Only – Credentials may be issued to working members of the media representing recognized outlets whose primary business is news gathering. CB, in conjunction with ESPN Events and participating institutions, will determine eligibility.
   • • Eligible outlets may include:
       • Newspapers, magazines, websites, and wire services
       • College football publications
       • Television and radio broadcasters
     • Dissemination of original editorial content must be the outlet’s primary purpose, with a proven record of sustained, original college football coverage.
     • Local outlets must show sustained coverage of local sports and/or the participating institution.
     • Outlets distributing solely aggregated or unoriginal content are not eligible.
     • All outlets must adhere to CB’s “Use of Footage” and “Digital and Online” policies.
2. Priority Consideration – Outlets covering all home games of a participating institution during the season will receive priority, though this does not guarantee credentials.
3. National Coverage – Media outside the local or team markets will be considered case-by-case, with preference for outlets covering multiple nationally ranked matchups.
4. Assignment Verification – Only personnel assigned to cover the game by their editor or producer will be credentialed. Credentials are non-transferable and may be revoked at CB’s discretion.
5. Photographers – Priority given to outlets needing immediate news coverage. Photo agencies will be evaluated individually.
6. Diversity of Coverage – Media enterprises serving ethnically, socially, or culturally diverse audiences may receive credentials if space allows.
7. Freelancers – Must have a confirmed assignment from an eligible outlet, with applications submitted by an editor/producer.
8. International Outlets – Considered if space allows; CB may verify with AIPS.

1. Video Clips – No in-game video clips (live or otherwise) may be posted online or via social media. Still photos are permitted during the game.
2. Commercial Use – Non-editorial or commercial use of any event imagery, audio, or video is prohibited without written authorization from CB/ESPN Events.
3. Internet Access – For work purposes only in all media areas. Violators risk loss of credential and/or internet access.
4. Professional Conduct – Media must maintain a quiet, respectful environment in all work areas.

• Cell phone, iPad, or tablet photography/video will not be permitted on the field after kickoff.
• Only professional cameras will be allowed for field photography/video post-kickoff.
• Individuals conducting photography or video on the field after kickoff must wear a media vest.
• The location to pick up your media vest will be provided during credential pick-up.

Credentials will not be issued to:

• Authors producing books or films not for immediate news coverage
• Non-news TV/cable programming producers
• Telephone reporting services
• Podcasts that do not meet eligibility criteria
• Gambling-focused publications
• Professional team scouts (tickets available separately)
• Service agencies if their clients are already credentialed
• Online entities outside policy scope
• Executives/staff without game-day duties
• Internet/social media influencers
• Personal blogs or accounts with minimal audience or no track record of original coverage.
• Freelance photographers/videographers without a confirmed assignment from a recognized outlet or institution
• Individuals requesting credentials for fan, family, or recruiting purposes rather than working media coverage.

• Credentials are for individuals on specific assignments from accredited agencies.
• Non-transferable; may be revoked for misuse or policy violations.
• Bearers assume all risks associated with event access.
• CB/ESPN Events, participating schools, and conferences are not liable for injuries, property loss, or damage.
• By using a credential, bearer grants CB/ESPN Events the right to use their name/likeness if captured in event coverage.

• ESPN holds exclusive live and delayed distribution rights to the Cricket Celebration Bowl.
• Event content (descriptions, images, audio/video) may be used only for legitimate news coverage or First Amendment–protected purposes.
• Highlights for TV news: maximum three minutes, within 48 hours postgame, and not before the live telecast ends.
• No real-time streaming, live play-by-play blogging from inside the stadium, or GIF creation from live video.
• Radio inside the stadium must end broadcasts 45 minutes before kickoff (except flagship/student stations).
• Highlights may not be shared, sold, or transferred to third parties.

• Game footage from the ESPN feed may be posted online only after the game, limited to three minutes, within 48 hours postgame.
• No downloadable files.
• Score updates and limited statistical summaries are permitted, but real-time statistical play-by-play is prohibited.

• ESPN is the only entity allowed to transmit live from inside the stadium, from 45 minutes before kickoff, until its postgame coverage ends.
• After 48 hours, highlight use requires a rights lease from ESPN Events.
• Participating institutions may use up to three minutes of ESPN footage for season highlight DVDs or coaches’ shows, with restrictions on commercial use.

If these policies are breached, CB and/or ESPN Events may revoke credentials for current and future games.