EMAIL LISTS
To be added to the Stripers' email list for Game Notes, Postgame Recaps and Team Press Releases, please contact Dave Lezotte ([email protected]).
PHOTO REQUESTS
The Gwinnett Stripers will supply media outlets with headshots and action shots of players and coaches, provided the outlets credit the team and photographer. Please direct all photo requests to Dave Lezotte ([email protected]).
ACCESS TO COOLRAY FIELD
All media members are required to enter Coolray Field through the Main Gate, located behind home plate next to the Ticket Office. Entry via the Player Parking and Player Entrance area will not be permitted. You must present a 2025 Gwinnett Stripers Credential to gain access to the ballpark. Single-game credentials can be obtained with valid photo ID at the Coolray Field Will-Call Window. Media may park in Lot A, subject to availability.
PREGAME INTERVIEWS
Gwinnett Stripers’ players and coaches can be made available upon request for pregame interviews either on the field or in the Interview Area (located outside the Home Clubhouse) following the conclusion of batting practice. Interviews may not interfere with pregame routines (stretching, hitting, throwing, running, fielding, etc.) and must conclude one (1) hour prior to game time. Starting pitchers will not be made available for pregame interviews on days they are scheduled to start.
Please direct all interview requests to Dave Lezotte ([email protected]) at least 24 hours in advance of your desired interview date/time.
Please note, we will NOT grant interview requests to independent/amateur podcasters, bloggers, and influencers. You MUST be working for a legitimate news-gathering outlet for your interview request to be granted.
POSTGAME INTERVIEWS
Gwinnett Stripers’ players and coaches can be made available upon request for postgame interviews in the Interview Area (located outside the Home Clubhouse) following a 10-minute “cool down” period. You must be accompanied by a member of Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations to access this area. The training room, weight room, lockers, and player lounge areas of the clubhouse are off limits to media members at all times. There is no still photography permitted in the clubhouse unless authorized by Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations in advance. No postgame interviews will be allowed beetween games of a doubleheader.
ATLANTA BRAVES REHAB ASSIGNMENTS
Players on injury rehab assignments for the Atlanta Braves will be made available to the media when possible with their schedule. All interview requests with rehabbing players must be authorized by a member of Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations. Starting pitchers on rehab assignments will be made available for interviews only following the conclusion of their outing (subject to availability).
VISITING TEAM INTERVIEW REQUESTS
The Visitor’s Clubhouse is to be considered CLOSED at all times (prior to and after the game) unless a specific request has been authorized by Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations. No media members shall access the Visitor’s Clubhouse without permission from Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations, who will work in conjunction with that team’s Media/Public Relations department to handle the request. There is no still photography permitted in the Visitor’s Clubhouse.
FIELD/DUGOUTS
Media members holding credentials that grant field access may be present in the foul territory/dugout areas up to one (1) hour prior to the scheduled game time. At no time are media members allowed to cross the foul lines into the field of play. Foul territory and dugout areas must be clear of ALL media exactly one (1) hour prior to the start of the game unless special arrangements have been made.
PHOTOGRAPHERS & VIDEOGRAPHERS
Photographers and videographers may utilize the on-field camera pit next to the Home Dugout on the third base side of Coolray Field. Space is limited, and all photographers/videographers must accommodate the space needs of Gwinnett Stripers’ staff in this area. No photography is permitted on the field of play while the game is in progress. Special photo requests must be authorized by Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations. Use of drones for photography or videography both inside and outside of Coolray Field is prohibited during all games.
There is no Media Workroom at Coolray Field, and photographers/videographers are advised not to upload large-size files over the Press Box WiFi during the game.
PRESS BOX
Limited space in the Coolray Field Press Box is available for WORKING MEDIA ONLY on a first-come, first-served basis. A WiFi internet connection will be provided to you. A light pre-game meal is also offered approximately 90 minutes prior to game time in the Executive Offices Cafeteria area. There will be no cheering or rooting for either team at any point during the game. Individuals who violate Press Box rules will be removed and credentials revoked upon the discretion of Gwinnett Stripers Public Relations.
Printed copies of game notes, rosters, statistics, press releases and other information will be made available daily in the Coolray Field Press Box approximately two (2) hours prior to game time. Daily game notes may also be downloaded at GoStripers.com/media.
