Troy University Athletics
Troy Athletics Announces Student Creative Credential Program
10/13/2026 10:47:00 AM | Football
TROY, Ala. – Troy Athletics announced Tuesday a program that allows high school photographers and videographers to enter a lottery for credentials to Troy football games, providing experience in a college athletics environment.
To register for the lottery, visit TroyTrojans.com/creativelottery.
"Most of us got started in college athletics because someone gave us a chance when we were younger," Troy Executive Associate Athletics Director for Communications, Branding and Creative Content Adam Prendergast said. "We always want to foster opportunities and growth. Our hope is that this program not only helps high school students enhance their portfolios by shooting a college football game but also lays the groundwork for them to become future Trojans."
"The creative space among high school creators has exploded over the past few years. While we can't accommodate every credential request, this program gives students a rare chance to shoot at the FBS level, build industry relationships and see what it takes to cover collegiate sports."
Troy Athletics Creative Credential Lottery Guidelines
1. Applicant must be a current high school student at a school within 50 miles of Troy's campus (per NCAA Rules)
2. Applicant must be in good academic & conduct standing at the school; applicants will be required to submit contact information for their high school principal to verify
3. Applicant must submit contact information for a parent or legal guardian to verify ability to come to the game
4. Applicant must submit current gear used to video or capture photos; students must have adequate gear (not just using a cell phone)
5. Applicant will work alongside Troy Athletics staff in a job shadow role (per NCAA Rules)
6. Applicant will share edited photos with Troy Athletics following the completion of the game
7. Applicant WILL NOT SELL photos to any Troy student-athletes or parents; posting to personal social media accounts is allowed
8. Applicant must abide by all of Troy's in-game rules and guidelines for photographers
9. Applicants are expected to dress appropriately while working the game
10. Troy Athletics will select a maximum of three students each game
Troy Athletics will hold a lottery for the final three home games of the season and will accept submissions until the Monday before each game, with winners notified on Tuesday.
Troy vs. ULM – Lottery closes Oct. 19
Troy vs. Louisiana Tech – Lottery closes Nov. 2
Troy vs. Georgia Southern – Lottery closes Nov. 16
To register for the lottery, visit TroyTrojans.com/creativelottery.
"Most of us got started in college athletics because someone gave us a chance when we were younger," Troy Executive Associate Athletics Director for Communications, Branding and Creative Content Adam Prendergast said. "We always want to foster opportunities and growth. Our hope is that this program not only helps high school students enhance their portfolios by shooting a college football game but also lays the groundwork for them to become future Trojans."
"The creative space among high school creators has exploded over the past few years. While we can't accommodate every credential request, this program gives students a rare chance to shoot at the FBS level, build industry relationships and see what it takes to cover collegiate sports."
Troy Athletics Creative Credential Lottery Guidelines
1. Applicant must be a current high school student at a school within 50 miles of Troy's campus (per NCAA Rules)
2. Applicant must be in good academic & conduct standing at the school; applicants will be required to submit contact information for their high school principal to verify
3. Applicant must submit contact information for a parent or legal guardian to verify ability to come to the game
4. Applicant must submit current gear used to video or capture photos; students must have adequate gear (not just using a cell phone)
5. Applicant will work alongside Troy Athletics staff in a job shadow role (per NCAA Rules)
6. Applicant will share edited photos with Troy Athletics following the completion of the game
7. Applicant WILL NOT SELL photos to any Troy student-athletes or parents; posting to personal social media accounts is allowed
8. Applicant must abide by all of Troy's in-game rules and guidelines for photographers
9. Applicants are expected to dress appropriately while working the game
10. Troy Athletics will select a maximum of three students each game
Troy Athletics will hold a lottery for the final three home games of the season and will accept submissions until the Monday before each game, with winners notified on Tuesday.
Troy vs. ULM – Lottery closes Oct. 19
Troy vs. Louisiana Tech – Lottery closes Nov. 2
Troy vs. Georgia Southern – Lottery closes Nov. 16
Monday, October 12
Monday, October 12
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Wednesday, October 07