The Press Room

Welcome to the Press Room. Within this page you will be able to find information about a media credential, the location and times of the press room, and services available to the media.

Contact Information:

Sandy Caligiore sandyc@orda.org
NYS Olympic Regional Development Authority
2634 Main Street
Lake Placid, NY 12946
Tel: 518-523-1655 / Fax: 518-523-9275
Olympic Sports Complex: 518-523-4436

 

+ How can I get a media credential?

Download and fill out a media credential application form. Please email completed form to Stephanie Ryan at sryan@orda.org or fax to (518) 523-9275. For more information, please contact Stephanie at (518) 523-1655 ext. 216 or email sryan@orda.org.

+ Where is the press center located?

The press center is located just up the hill from the venue entrance and opposite the finish curve. There will be a continual shuttle service on race days beginning at the venue gate. It will stop at the press center and continue to the top of the track.

+ What services will be offered in the press center?

The press center will be equipped with high-speed, wireless internet service. Just bring an Ethernet card or cable. We will also provide telephones, fax and copier.

There will be a television monitor that will allow journalists to see the race runs in the press center and the finish area.

Most importantly, the press room will be catered. We will serve hot and cold beverages all day. Lunch will be served each day of competition.

+ Will there be press conferences?

Media will be able to interview athletes in a mix zone upon conclusion of their final runs. The mix zone is located on the finish deck of the track. There will be a television monitor that will allow journalists to see the race runs in the press center and the finish area.

Upon the conclusion of each World Cup event, there will also be a press conference with the medal winners in the Olympic press center.