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Credential Portal: OPEN 

The Colorado Rapids credential portal for the club’s 30th Anniversary Match against Inter Miami CF on April 18 at Empower Field at Mile High is now OPEN. Any media interested in covering the match will have until Monday, April 13, at 5:00 p.m. MT to apply.

Credential Portal: HERE
Deadline to Apply: Monday, April 13, at 5:00 p.m. MT

NOTE: SEASON LONG CREDENTIALS WILL NOT BE APPLICABLE FOR THIS MATCH. ALL MEDIA MEMBERS MUST APPLY FOR THIS MATCH SEPARATELY.

  • To apply for single-game credentials for Rapids home matches, please click the link HERE.
  • The club will be implementing a new credentialing system starting this season, creating the need for new guidelines such as:
    • Applications for credentials will close 48 HOURS BEFORE KICKOFF.
    • Any missed applications must be submitted to the Rapids Communications Team ASAP. The club cannot guarantee any credentials being given after the 48-hour limit has elapsed.
  •  Any media members who have received a season-long credential must sign in with a member of the Rapids Communications team upon arrival at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park on gameday.

Credential Application Process:

  • Credentials will be issued on a single-game basis. Please ensure to submit your application no later than 24 hours before kickoff of the requested match.
  • Credentials are reserved for media outlets requiring gameday Press Box and/or Field access to produce editorial coverage. This includes newspapers, TV, radio, and legitimate digital websites adhering to accepted journalistic principles. The Club does not provide credentials for personal social media channel coverage unless previously discussed and approved by the Communications Team.
  • Freelance applications must be endorsed by a direct supervisor confirming the professional need for media access. Personal email addresses (e.g., Gmail, Hotmail) require assignment validation from their outlet.
  • By applying for a credential, media members agree to adhere to strict safety protocols. Failure to comply will result in immediate removal from the venue and potential credential revocation.
  • Credentials MUST be visible and worn at all times. Lost credentials must be reported immediately to Rapids Communications.

Interview Access:

  • Players: Select players will be available on a weekly basis during a media availability window following training. Additional player interviews may be scheduled with advanced notice.
  • Head Coach: Head Coach will be available during the media availability window following training, as noted in the team’s weekly training calendar. One-on-one meetings can be arranged by contacting Rapidscommunications@coloradorapids.com.

Training Schedules:

Professionalism:

  • Credentials are not for preferential access, such as autographs or personal requests.
  • Photography access is solely for outlet coverage/usage. Violations will result in immediate credential loss.

Note: Any credentialed individual who does not follow the game day media guidelines is subject to losing their credential and will be asked to leave the stadium grounds immediately.