Overview
Welcome and thank you for your interest in covering InspireNOLA athletics at Edna Karr, Eleanor McMain, McDonogh 35, Alice Harte, Dwight Eisenhower, Andrew Wilson, and Pierre Capdau S.T.E.A.M. schools. To protect our student-athletes, maintain a safe game environment, and ensure consistent access for approved media, InspireNOLA requires all photographers, videographers, reporters, and broadcast crews to request and wear official Athletics Media Credentials while on campus, at athletic fields and stadiums, both during practices and competitions.
Who should apply
Please request credentials if you are:
- A working reporter for a print/online publication or broadcast outlet.
- A freelance journalist covering the game for an accredited media organization.
- A photographer/videographer shooting for editorial coverage or a licensed broadcast.
- A representative of a college scouting service or recognized recruiting organization (prior approval required).
***Social media creators covering a game for commercial and non-commercial use - access is handled on a case-by-case basis. Those approved will be subject to a $150 media access fee, per school year. The media access fee for the Inspire the City Invitational will be $50.
NOTE: Sports agents/agencies and sports marketing agencies are not considered media and therefore will not receive approved media access.
How to apply
- Complete the online credential request form.
- You will receive a confirmation or denial via email. Approved applicants will be given further instructions and pickup location.
INSPIRENOLA ATHLETICS CREDENTIAL APPLICATION (2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR) *does not include access to the ALLSTATE Sugar Bowl Inspire the City Invitational
Credential Forms for the ALLSTATE Sugar Bowl Inspire The City Invitational are now CLOSED
Deadlines & turnaround
Credential rules & media guidelines
To ensure fairness and player safety, all media must follow these rules while on InspireNOLA property and rented athletic facilities
- Credentials are non-transferable and must be visible at all times.
- Sideline access is limited to authorized areas only; sideline positions include sidelines outside of the team box, endzones, press boxes, baselines and bleachers
- No access to locker rooms, team benches during play, or private team meetings without express permission
- Flash photography, drones, and obstructive tripods are prohibited unless pre-approved.
- Respect all directions from InspireNOLA officials, game officials, coaches, and security personnel. Failure to comply may result in credential revocation and removal from campus/ game facility.
Broadcasts, Game Recording & Live Streaming
- Live broadcasts and livestreams are prohibited
- Cable/large-truck broadcasts may require additional clearance and coordination with school facilities
- Posting of entire games are prohibited. All footage recorded at all InspireNOLA games may be used by credentialed media for highlights or tape-delayed coverage only.
- Any other use is strictly prohibited. Video content is limited to a maximum of five minutes. Any footage exceeding five minutes requires prior written approval from InspireNOLA Charter Schools.
- InspireNOLA Charter Schools provides exclusive live streaming for the sports of volleyball, football, boys and girls soccer, boys and girls basketball, softball, track and field, and baseball.
Denial or revocation
InspireNOLA Charter Schools reserves the right to deny or revoke credentials at any time for safety, privacy, or policy violations.
Credentialed media are expected to maintain professionalism and respect for students and school property.
Contact & support
Questions or special requests? Email
Travis Phipps at [email protected]
Edward Denton at [email protected].