Media Resources

Postseason Lead-Up Video Access

 

Policies, fees, applications for parties interested in producing video at IHSAA postseason lead-up events.

Host schools receive 50% reimbursement of access fees from IHSAA. This page and its associated fees do not apply to consumers.

NFHS Network maintains primary rights for IHSAA lead-up postseason events.

HOW TO GET VIDEO ACCESS APPROVAL

STEP 1: 

Review video access policies below.

STEP 2: 

Select preferred application form at bottom of this page: Showcase or Standard. 

STEP 3: 

Await confirmation and approval for video access from IHSAA and host school. 

STEP 4: 

Submit payment and requested video data, as applicable, to IHSAA office. 

General Policies

VIEW 2024-25 POLICIES

This list pertains to all requests for video broadcasts of IHSAA-sponsored postseason events, such as sectionals, regionals, districts, and substates, which lead up to IHSAA state tournaments.

All applicants must adhere to these policies, then select Showcase (Option 1) or Standard (Option 2) applications and procedures for their broadcast.

 

  1. NFHS Network holds rights and right of first refusal to IHSAA postseason events leading up to state tournaments, and select state tournament events. Third party broadcasts are prohibited at events selected and shown by NFHS Network. If the NFHS Network accepts a broadcast after a third party has applied for access, the third party applicant will be refunded by the IHSAA.
  2. Schools or student groups operating broadcasts within the NFHS School Broadcast Program do not need to apply or pay for postseason productions at their venue. These broadcasts qualify as NFHS Network broadcasts. Any other school or student group wishing to broadcast should apply through the form linked below.
  3. Permission to access and broadcast the selected event may be granted following application receipt and review by the IHSAA and the host site. Applicants will be contacted by the IHSAA once an application has been approved or denied.
  4. Payments must be submitted online or postmarked within two days after the selected event occurring, unless otherwise coordinated with the IHSAA.
  5. Reproductions or copies of the broadcast shall not be sold or distributed without written consent from the IHSAA.­­
  6. Advertisements or promotions associated with alcohol, tobacco, firearms, gambling, performance enhancing substances, or lewd subject matter are prohibited.
  7. Applications do not require resubmission for games or events that are postponed or delayed. Only one approved form and access fee is necessary for the entirety of an event.
  8. Video access policies and fees apply whether an approved broadcast is “live” or “tape-delayed.” No differentiation is made regarding timing or platform of release from an applicant.
  9. Any outlet which simulcasts its broadcast over multiple platforms is not subject to multiple access fees. Only one fee will be applied by the IHSAA.
  10. The IHSAA reserves the right to remove access to its events at any time and may discontinue this agreement immediately if the broadcast entity violates IHSAA rules and regulations or expresses views incompatible with the values of the IHSAA and interscholastic athletics.

 

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Broadcasters will be responsible for coordinating setup and production with the event/tournament manager at each host site. Parking, entry, credentialing, and work space are at the discretion of the event/tournament manager or administrator. If the host site cannot facilitate or allow access, any access fees paid by applicants will be refunded by the IHSAA. Broadcast equipment, including tripods and protective cases, shall not be placed in tournament seating areas or obstruct the view or personal space of tournament spectators.

SHOWCASE (OPTION 1)

 

New in 2024-25: Updated requirements, lowered fees to join IHSAA’s Showcase events.

1. SHOWCASE INFORMATION
OPTION 1 POLICIES
  1. All approved video access applicants must download and display the IHSAA logo as a corner on-screen graphic.
      • Only one other corner graphic may be displayed during the broadcast.
  2. All approved video access applicants must download and display at least two minutes (2:00) of IHSAA video advertisements, provided by the IHSAA and/or its partners, during the event production.
      • Any advertising outside of the two-minute IHSAA requirement is at the discretion of the broadcaster.
  3. Following approval, applicant will provide a direct embed or URL which will enable video display on IHSAA website.
  4. Applicant will provide “Total Views” and general viewership data to IHSAA for approved video upon request after completion of the event.
  5. Broadcasts must be provided free to viewers.

 

OPTION 1 FEES

FOOTBALL

All Rounds, All Classes $500

 

BASKETBALL

All Rounds, All Classes $250

 

OTHER SPORTS

All Events, All Classes $250

 

Per Game: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer.

Per Date: Swimming, Track & Field, Wrestling.

Please Inquire: Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis.

 

 

STANDARD (OPTION 2)

 

Basic requirements and fees.

If not technologically capable or interested in fulfilling all requirements of OPTION 1, broadcaster must select OPTION 2 to complete application.

2. STANDARD INFORMATION
OPTION 2 POLICIES
  1. IHSAA logo as a corner on-screen graphic will be provided for download and display, if technologically capable or interested.
  2. IHSAA advertisements from the IHSAA and/or its partners will be provided for download and display, if technologically capable or interested. If not technologically capable, text for reads will be provided for use during the event production.

 

OPTION 2 FEES

FOOTBALL

Round Fee
First Round (2A, 1A, A, 8P) $500
Round of 16 (All) $750
Quarterfinals (All) $1000

 

BASKETBALL

Round Fee
District (2A, 1A) & Substate (4A, 3A) $500
Substate Final (All) $750

 

OTHER SPORTS

Round Fee
All Lead-Up $500

 

Per Game: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer.

Per Date: Swimming, Track & Field, Wrestling.

Please Inquire: Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Tennis.

APPLY FOR IHSAA VIDEO ACCESS

 

To be completed by the entity requesting access to broadcast an IHSAA-sponsored postseason lead-up event via television or Internet.

Permission to access and broadcast the selected event may be granted following application receipt and review by the IHSAA and the host site.

You will be contacted by the IHSAA once an application has been approved or denied. Payment will be managed following application approval. 

Please select preferred option below.

APPLY: SHOWCASE (1)
APPLY: STANDARD (2)