MEDIA POLICIES & PROCEDURES

Media Credential Pick-up & Access

PLEASE NOTE: NO CREDENTIALS WILL BE MAILED

Approved members of the media can pick up their media credential at the designated press room locations and times listed below:

Friday, September 2, 2022

Kick-off Press Conference at 2:00 p.m. (EDT)

Columbus Center (Second Floor), 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202

Credential Pick-up Open: 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. (EDT)

 

Saturday, September 3, 2022

Hilton Baltimore (Inner Harbor), Main Hotel Lobby, 401 W. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21201

Credential Pick-up Open: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (EDT)

 

Sunday, September 4, 2022

Columbus Center (Second Floor), 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202

Press Room Open: 12:00 – 8:00 p.m. (EDT)


Credential Levels

There are three levels of access:

  • Rights Holder (All Access — NO Athlete or Stage Areas)
  • Photographer (Electronic and Still)
  • Media (All Other)

 

Rights holders have paid for the right to additional access and in most cases have first rights for post event interviews. Photographers have various access points, see below. There will be limited road access assigned with bibs (see ‘Road Access’ below). All other credentialed media access points are outlined herein.

Road Access with Credential
  • A credential DOES NOT guarantee complete access to the race course, as some areas are restricted to only those assigned a photographer’s vest (see below).  
  • A prime area behind the barriers will be cordoned off for all credentialed media at the start and finish lines. Credentialed media will be provided access to the competitor and team vehicle parking area before and after the race. 
  • You will be required to show your media credential to receive access to these areas, as well as the pre-race and stage finish press conferences.
  • Limits apply to the number of photographer vests issued and the number of media able to travel in designated media vehicles in the race caravan. (See “photography” and “caravan travel” below for additional information).
Working Press Room

Columbus Center (2nd Floor Atrium), 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202 

Race Day, Sunday, September 4. Hours: 12:00 to 8:30 p.m. (EDT)

  • WiFi internet network supplied within building.
  • Tour Tracker and live feed of the race available.
  • Food and drinks will be provided.

 

Finish Line Press Tent

At the finish line, there will be:

  • A designed media tent, approximately 10’ x 20’ long.
  • Located beyond the finish line by approx. 50 meters with “MEDIA” signage.
  • Includes television monitor displaying live race footage. 
  • NOTE: photo vests will be distributed at the finish tent one hour prior to the predicted finish time Contact Peter Davis: 719-358-1557.
Results / Press Releases

Approximately 15 minutes after the race finish:

  • Provisional results are provided in the media room and online or through automatic emails.
  • All credentialed media are automatically included in the distribution list. If you have questions or would like to add a colleague, please email: Katrina Younce, katrina@komsports.com and Craig Miller, craig@komsports.com.
  • Complete results are usually available within an hour of the race conclusion and can be found online; results are also emailed to the credentialed media list.
  • Requests for information can also be made on-site through Craig Miller, Media Operations Director, in the press room.
Press Conference – Kick Off

Friday, September 2, 2:00 – 3:15 p.m. (EDT)

Columbus Center (2nd Floor Atrium), 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202 

Speakers: Race officials, local host officials and pre-race favorites / athletes to watch.

 

The press conference will also stream live on the Official Race Website at www.marylandcyclingclassic.us. 

 

Press Conference – Post Race

Sunday, September 4 approximately 10 minutes after award ceremony

Columbus Center (2nd Floor Atrium), 701 E. Pratt St., Baltimore, MD 21202 

Speakers: Top 3 finishers and any newsmakers of the day.

 

Television interviews (Post Race)
  • Mix Zone will be next Announcer’s Stage and Athlete Green Room.
  • Only videographers with Red Bibs will be able to access the Mix Zone with their announcer.
  • Host Broadcast Interviews (live international and national) will take place before the Awards Ceremony.
  • Upon conclusion of the event and immediately following awards, local affiliates will have access to conduct interviews.
  • Media can request interviews on site in the press room or ahead of the event by emailing katrina@komsports.com and craig@komsports.com.

Mix Zone Supervisor: Craig Miller, craig@komsports.com.

IMPORTANT NOTES: 
  •   Suggested shots for broadcast media include the official sign-in at the start line, the finish, post-race awards ceremony and press conference.
  •   One-on-one athlete interviews may be arranged with each team press liaison who travels as early as possible and at a time other than at official press conferences, due to time constraints and team/racer schedules. Team directors will be encouraged to consider the value of interviews and build a schedule that can accommodate possible opportunities.
Media Parking 

There is no official media parking lot. Start and finish line parking is available to the public. Details can be found here. 

Route Access

You may wish to view the race from areas other than those provided to media at the start and finish line. If you chose to walk out along the route prior to the race’s arrival, please cross the route only at the designated crosswalks, as to ensure your safety and the safety of the riders. The crosswalks will be controlled by designated course marshals or security officials who will notify you when it is safe to cross the route. 

SPECIAL NOTES:
  •   Park your vehicle well off the road if you choose to stop along the race route to watch or photograph the race action.
  •   Personal vehicles are not permitted in the race caravan. Be sure to have an adequate map to help you get from place to place.
  •   Race logs are available online and in the media center to help assist with route planning.
Caravan Travel

Space is extremely limited in the race caravan for media. All requests for a seat in the media caravan will be considered. Please request access to a vehicle upon application for credentials. Please be aware, not all requests can be fulfilled. The contacts for placements into cars are Steve Brunner (719-322-7022, steve@komsports.com) or Katrina Younce (310-995-3619 or katrina@komsports.com).

IMPORTANT NOTES, SAFETY FIRST: Please adhere to the instructions given by race officials, marshals and law enforcement agencies. They are here to ensure the route is secure and safe for everyone – riders, media, race staff and spectators alike. The Maryland Cycling Classic will be run under “rolling road closures,” meaning the route will close prior to the race’s arrival and will reopen once the last race vehicle has passed. Please do not attempt to join or cross the caravan, or more importantly, leave before the last vehicle passes. Road closures along the route will be kept to a minimum, but long enough to ensure the security of fans and riders. Please DO NOT hinder rider advancement. Stay back, well off the field of play, so that the cyclists may pass unimpeded. DO NOT touch the riders. 

Photography and Priority Vests
  • There are three types of Bibs for access:
    • RED, Television – limited to 10 (including host broadcaster)
    • YELLOW, Photo Moto – limited to 5
    • BLUE, Photo + Video On-Course – limited to 20
  • The host organization reserves the right on priority access to the road at start and finish line for photographers. 
  • Only credentialed broadcast/photo media will have access to certain restricted media zones on or near the race course on race day. 
  • A form of identification, such as a valid driver’s license, will be exchanged for a vest upon pick-up. No exceptions will be made, so please come prepared.
  • Any photographer that fails to follow instructions and provisionary safety measures will be subject to losing race credentials and be removed from the area.
  • The main contact for all bibs on site is Peter Davis: 719-358-1557. To request a bib prior to the event please email katrina@komsports.com. 
Photo Motorbikes
    • The host organization reserves the right on priority access for photographers to shoot the race on motorbikes.  
  • Bikes will be assigned on race day with no guarantees.
    • Motorbikes will be made available to select photographers and will be driven by qualified drivers provided by race organizers. 
    • ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS ARE REQUIRED TO BRING THEIR OWN HELMET.  
  • Please be aware, not all requests can be fulfilled. 
Official Spokespersons

The official spokespersons for the race are:

Terry Hasseltine, Sport & Entertainment Corp. of Maryland

John Kelly, Event Chair

Steve Brunner, KOM Sports

Chris Aronhalt, Medalist Sports

 

Interviews can be arranged through Katrina Younce at katrina@komsports.com or 310-995-3619. 

 

Athlete Interviews
  • Please see a member of the press team to coordinate interviews. 
  • The press team also will assist in arranging interviews with cyclists.
  • It is highly encouraged that media contact each team’s press officer (if they have one). 
  • Most team press officer’s contact information is available on the team’s website.