Media Credential Request The following media credentials guidelines were established to provide a clear understanding of the procedures followed by the Galveston Independent School District in processing requests for media credentials. Individuals must have a Galveston ISD issued sideline media pass to be on the sideline or courtside. Sideline media passes are applicable for all home athletic events. Photographers/Videographers must remain at least 3-5 yards from the sideline or court during play, and may not be in team areas, dugouts, or near players benches, or coaches box at any time. Number and location of media personnel is subject to change or limitation by Galveston ISD or game officials. There shall be no interaction with players, coaches, or officials before or during play. Galveston ISD prohibits the sales of photographs and recordings of GISD athletic events without prior approval from GISD Director of Communications. Requests must be received three school days before the event, Late requests will not be considered. Acceptance of the media sideline credentials constitutes an agreement by the individual to abide by all media regulations of Galveston ISD. Galveston ISD reserves the right to refuse admittance to the sideline or courtside to anyone at any athletic event. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in forfeiture of credentials and access to all Galveston ISD athletic events. Access to student athletes, coaches, locker rooms or other areas for interviews, photos or media needs is at the discretion of Galveston ISD Athletic Coordinator and /or the head coach, or Director of Communications and should be arranged prior to the event. Contact the Athletic Department for information. Media shall comply with requests made by administrators or coaches on duty during any Galveston ISD event. Sideline Etiquette Stay behind the media line (or if no visible line, stay a minimum of 3 yards off the playing field/ out of bounds line.) Stay out of the referee paths. Do not enter the team boxes. This is generally the area between the 25-or 30 yard line. This area is clearly marked with box lines. Never use a tripod while working the sidelines. Monopods are recommended for large lenses. Be cognizant of cables from video/TV cameras, especially the sideline remote videographers. Never stand directly behind a kneeling or standing photographer. If he/she has to move suddenly to avoid getting hit by players, you may impair their movement. Be courteous and polite. Flagrant violators will be removed from the field. Media Credential Application Upon approval, you will be notified by email and given instructions on where to pick up your credintials on the day of the game you request to cover. For media credential, please contact Stephanie Fontenot Director of Communications and Marketing Galveston Independent School District Office: (409) 766-5146 stephaniefontenot@gisd.org