
Senior Bowl Sports Media Mini-Camp
Interested in a career in sports media? Love football?
Hone your skills covering the biggest college football all-star game of the year and some of the nation’s top high school quarterback prospects.
QB Country Media will offer aspiring sports journalists in grades 6-12 a VIP Sports Media Camp during Reese’s Senior Bowl Week this February 3-5, 2021 in Mobile, AL.
- Go behind the scenes to cover NFL prospects as they prepare for the Draft.
- Learn and train with local and national sports journalists; guest speakers already confirmed include ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit.
- Meet and interview some of the nation’s best pro quarterback prospects. Past events have featured private Q & As with current NFL stars Daniel Jones, Justin Herbert, and Gardner Minshew.
- Host your own sports talk show.
- Take the field at Hancock Whitney Stadium (home of the Senior Bowl) to cover QB Country’s high school trainees.
- Attend the Senior Bowl as a credentialed member of the media.
- Publish stories, create photo and video content for social media and build your portfolio to open doors to future college and career media opportunities.
- Receive limited-edition QB Country and Senior Bowl gear.
The program is open to middle and high school students interested in:
- Sports writing
- Photography
- Videography
- Broadcasting
- Social media
We are thrilled to be able to provide this special opportunity to aspiring young journalists and are looking forward to an unforgettable weekend. Space is very limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Sports Media Mini-Camp is being held in conjunction with QB Country’s NFL Draft Prep Experience for high school quarterbacks.


Thursday, February 3
2:30 PM – 5:00 PM Optional watch Senior Bowl practice; tour press area
5:00 PM Check in for all participants
5:45 PM Orientation and welcome from staff
Friday, February 4
8:30 AM Welcome and moderated panel with national journalists
9:00 AM On-air reporting workshop
12:00 PM Meet NFL and Senior Bowl QBs at Renaissance Riverview Plaza
12:30 PM Press conference and interview skills workshop
3:00 PM On-air interviews with high school QBs
Saturday, February 5
10:00 AM Play-by-play announcing workshop
11:30 AM Stadium tour
1:30 PM Play-by-play announcing at Senior Bowl
Depart Mobile after game
QB Country will publish selected stories and content compiled by participants during the program.
Cost:
$450 (Before January 15, 2021)
$550 (After January 15, 2021)
Includes all workshops and facility access and one Senior Bowl ticket. (Does not include accommodations, parking and air/ground transportation or additional Senior Bowl tickets for parents and family members. To purchase additional tickets to the game, click here.)
What to Bring
Phone with video and photo capabilities
Laptop computer or tablet
Notepad and pen
Bookbag
Accommodations:
We have reserved a block of rooms at the Holiday Inn Mobile Airport for Friday and Saturday night of the event. The hotel is within a 15 minute drive of QB Country HQ and Hancock-Whitney Stadium. Rooms for QB Country guests will be available beginning Friday, October 29 at a special rate (mention “QB Country” when booking over the phone) or click here to book directly. Please note that hotel rooms in Mobile will fill up fast in the next few weeks and rates are higher than usual because of increased demand during Senior Bowl Week. We encourage you to book ASAP.
Holiday Inn Mobile Airport
3630 Springhill Memorial Dr South
Mobile, Alabama 36608
251-344-7446
Transportation:
If arriving by car: Mobile is easily accessible via two major Interstates (I-10 and I-65) and is within a 5-6 hour drive of cities like Atlanta, Memphis, New Orleans, Birmingham and Baton Rouge.
If arriving by plane: Mobile Regional Airport is served by most major US carriers. Other nearby airports include Pensacola (FL) and Gulfport/Biloxi (MS).
Important Addresses:
Hancock-Whitney Stadium
500 Stadium Drive
Mobile, AL 36608
QB Country HQ
3309 Old Shell Road
Mobile, AL 36607
The stadium is approximately a 15 minute drive from QB Country headquarters.
What kind of experience can my child expect?
This will be a unique, intensive program that introduces aspiring journalists to covering a premier sports event like the Reese’s Senior Bowl. Workshops will be led by sports media experts with experience working with/teaching middle school and high school students. The program is suitable for all levels, from novice to seasoned student journalists. Participants should have an interest in sports and must be willing to work hard, be coachable and be on their best behavior. Expect a fun, rewarding few days with access to some of the top football talent in the country.
Why is this event scheduled during the school week?
Although the Senior Bowl is played on a Saturday, most Senior Bowl events happen during the week, including team practices. To maximize the opportunity and give participants the most memorable experience, we believe it’s important to hold the event when Senior Bowl players and NFL coaches are present and available. We regret that our participants will likely need to miss school, but hope that the educational and motivational benefits of this one of a kind experience will justify their absence. We are happy to provide documentation to your child’s school to confirm attendance and program itinerary.
Are parents allowed to attend?
Parents are encouraged to attend. Due to space limitations at some locations and the nature of the program (participants tend to be shy with parents in the room), we would ask that parents give their kids some space for the workshops. Please note that parent/family member tickets to the Senior Bowl game must be purchased separately. To do so, please click visit seniorbowl.com for ticket information.
What should my child bring?
Participants should bring a phone with video and photo capabilities, laptop computer or tablet, notepad and pen and bookbag. Participants should bring water and dress appropriately based on weather conditions. Some activities will occur outside.
What is your refund policy?
If you need to cancel, refunds will be given if cancellation occurs on or before January 21. Please note that we cannot provide a refund for Senior Bowl tickets.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
For questions and more information, please email info@qbcountry.com
About QB Country
QB Country is the nation’s leading quarterback training and development company. Founded by former Ole Miss quarterback David Morris, QB Country currently trains NFL, college, high school and middle school quarterbacks in ten cities across the Southeast, with headquarters in Mobile, AL. Training focuses on proper footwork, throwing and body mechanics as well as the mental and physical aspects of playing the hardest position in sports. Our goal is to educate quarterbacks on how to play the correct way at game speed. Current QBC trainees include Eli Manning (Giants), Nick Mullens (49ers), AJ McCarron (Raiders), Daniel Jones (Giants), Gardner Minshew (Jaguars), Paxton Lynch (Seahawks), Cooper Rush (Cowboys) Jake Fromm (UGA) and Jake Bentley (South Carolina). QBC has trained three of the past seven FBS National Championship QBs.
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