Welcome to the 2025 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff online media credentialing system. ESPN Events, and the MEAC and SWAC would like to thank you for your interest in covering the MEAC/SWAC Challenge in Atlanta. The 2025 game will take place on August 23rd at the Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta, and feature a matchup of Florida A&M vs. Norfolk State.
Media members wishing to cover the 2025 Cricket MEAC/SWAC Challenge must apply via the online credential application. The deadline to apply is August 16th by 5 PM.
Credential Distribution Policies
- Submission of credential application does not guarantee credential approval.
- Credentials and parking passes will be issued based on approval by the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff Media Coordinator.
- Credentials granted to working media only
- Only one application per media agency
- Application must be submitted by an authorized sports editor/news director
- No passes issued to freelance photographers
- No passes issued to freelance writers, equipment carriers, film runners, other “assistants” etc
- No passes issued to children or spouses
- Government issues photo ID is required to obtain a credential
- Credentials are not transferable unless approved by the Media Coordinator
- Credential requests will not be accepted via email
