Terms and Conditions for Participating in the Young Pitcher Academy Programmes & Competitions
Eligibility
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Age Requirement: Participants must be 30 years old or younger by May 16, 2026 to qualify for the Young Pitcher Competition.
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Student Participation: The Young Pitcher Academy is designed for working professionals. Students are not eligible to participate.
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Proof of Age: Participants must provide valid documentation confirming their date of birth. Submission of false or misleading documents will result in immediate disqualification.
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Entry Fee
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Registration Fee: The registration fee for the Young Pitcher Academy is USD 100 (or the equivalent in Naira at the time of payment). This fee covers access to all training programmes and competitions.
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Competition Guidelines
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Timelines & Format: All participants must adhere to the official timelines and submission formats provided in their briefs. Late or incorrectly formatted entries may be disqualified.
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Neutral Platform: The competition is designed to be fair and impartial, ensuring equal opportunity for all participants.
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Submission Instructions: Entries must follow the specific file formats and guidelines outlined in each category brief. Non-compliant submissions may not be reviewed by the jury.
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Competition Results
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Jury Process: Entries will be evaluated by a jury of professionals from reputable organizations. The organizers provide administrative support but do not influence jury decisions.
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Final Decision: By entering the competition, participants agree to accept the jury’s verdict as final.
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Timing
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Announcements: Detailed competition timelines will be shared in advance. Winners will be announced during a special entry review session, where participants may receive feedback from jurors.​​​
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Accommodation
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Virtual Format: The 2026 Young Pitcher programmes and competitions will be held entirely online. If any in-person components are introduced, participants will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation arrangements.
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​Code of Conduct
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Professional Behavior: Participants are expected to maintain professionalism throughout the programme. Harassment, discrimination, or misconduct will result in disqualification.
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Collaboration & Respect: A spirit of collaboration and mutual respect is encouraged, even in competitive settings.
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Intellectual Property
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Original Work: All submissions must be original and created solely by the participants. Plagiarism or unauthorized use of copyrighted material will lead to disqualification.
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Usage Rights: By submitting an entry, participants grant the organizers the right to use their work for promotional and educational purposes.
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Technical Requirements
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Submission Format: Participants must follow the technical specifications outlined in their category brief. Incorrect formats may result in disqualification.
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Feedback
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Post-Competition Feedback: Judges may provide feedback on entries. For large categories, feedback may be delivered as a general appraisal rather than individual critiques.
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Health & Safety
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Virtual Participation: Participants are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance during the virtual sessions and competition period to avoid burnout.