Photo & Video FAQ
Videos
Can I just mail you a copy of my highlight video?
If you don't have a digital copy of your video, or have problems uploading, you can mail them to (note our new address as of January 2008):
PrepChamps, Inc.
2635 Meridian Parkway, Suite 108
Durham, NC 27703
Make sure your video is no longer than 5 minutes. You should send only your best 20-25 plays! You can send the video in DVD or VHS format.
How do I upload a video to PrepChamps?
Log in to PrepChamps, then click My Profile. In the right column, click "Upload Video". You can upload 25MB of video (usually 20-25 plays).
How do I edit my game video?
Most high school coaches have the ability to edit your game film. If your coach cannot edit your film, then you can edit your film by using software such as iMove or Windows Movie Maker (These come preloaded on most new computers). You can also use websites like VideoEgg to edit your video.
How long will it take to upload my video?
Depending on your connection speed and the size of the video, it can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour to upload your video...so be patient. Generally, if you have a high-speed Internet connection, you can expect the upload to take somewhere between 1-5 minutes for every 1MB. Remember, this is different for every user because of the varation in connection speeds.
What are accepted video formats on PrepChamps?
- MPEG 1, 2, 4 (.MPG)
- DVD MPEG2
- QuickTime (.mov,.qt)
- Windows Media Player (.wmv, .asf, .avi)
- DV
How long do my videos stay on PrepChamps?
Videos stay on PrepChamps until members choose to take them down. Videos which violate our terms and conditions and have been flagged may be taken down by PrepChamps.
Why is my video not playing?
Make sure you uploaded the right file format. If you still have problems, email us at info@prepchamps.com and we will get back to you. You can also mail us a copy of your video. One way or another we will get your video up on the site.
How come I am having problems viewing video on the website?
If you are using Internet Explorer as your browser, make sure that you have the most recent updates. To download a copy of Internet Explore 7, click here
How do I report a video for inappropriate content?
You can anonymously report any video by clicking the "Report Abuse" button below the video or sending feedback to support@prepchamps.com A form will appear and you will have to write down why you think the video is not appropriate.
Photos
How do I upload a photo to PrepChamps?
Log in to PrepChamps, then click My Profile. In the right column, click "Upload Photo". Basic members can upload up to 5 photos. Try to keep photos smaller than 2 inches by 3 inches (either direction), if possible.
How do I edit my photos?
Many modern computers come packaged with photo-editing software, including Adobe Photoshop Elements, or you might try various online photo editors, several popular tools are compared here
Can I upload any photo?
Please upload photos related to athletics, high school, intramural or collegiate sports. We reserve the right to deactivate photos deemed inappropriate or which violate our terms and conditions
What are accepted photo formats on PrepChamps?
- GIF
- JPG
- PNG
How long do my photos stay on PrepChamps?
Photos stay on PrepChamps until members choose to take them down. Photos which violate our terms and conditions may be removed at PrepChamps' discretion.
