SkullSparks25
JUNE 23 – 25, 2025
MAYO HOTEL / DOWNTOWN TULSA
SkullSparks25 is the premier national conference dedicated to college sports creatives. This is your opportunity to meet and be inspired by design, digital, video and photo staff from across the country. If you work in college sports, join us to focus on creative strategy in college sports. | FAQ
★ Join your college sports creative family
★ Focus on college sports creative strategy
★ Elevate yourself and our industry
2025 SCHEDULE
We host an evening welcome reception on Monday, June 23, followed by two full days of conference and evening events on June 24 and 25. If flying to Tulsa, arrive on June 23 and depart June 26. Reserve accommodations for the evenings of June 23, 24, 25. Dress for comfort. | FAQ
MONDAY, JUNE 23
7-11 PM – Welcome Reception
Penthouse Rooftop
Mayo Hotel, Downtown Tulsa
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
9:00 AM – Registration / Mixer
9:30 AM – Welcome Day 1
9:45 AM – Morning sessions begin
Noon – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Afternoon sessions begin
Ballroom, Mayo Hotel
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
9:00 AM – Morning Mixer
9:30 AM – Welcome Day 2
9:45 AM – Morning sessions begin
Noon – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – Afternoon sessions begin
Ballroom, Mayo Hotel
Mixers Tuesday and Wednesday evenings downtown
SESSION LEADERS
We’re beginning to announce our session leaders for SkullSparks25. We’ll feature creatives from at least eight programs of various sizes from across college athletics. No boring panels here. Our sessions are visual, conversational and focused on creative strategy in college sports.
ATTENDEES
Our conference welcomes college sports design, digital, video and photo staff. We’ve kept our registration cost low — just $495 — to make SkullSparks25 accessible to creatives from large and small athletics departments. Everyone deserves an opportunity to elevate themselves and their team.
Register Online
SCHOLARSHIPS
SkullSparks25 is dedicated to full-time college sports creative staff but we recognize the essential contributions of GAs, interns and students. In an effort to further the learning and networking opportunities for up-and-coming creatives, SkullSparks offers a number of scholarship slots.
Apply for Scholarship
ACCOMMODATIONS
Downtown Tulsa and the metro offer an abundance of hotel and Airbnb options. Properties below are within walking distance of our host venue at the Mayo Hotel. Ride sharing options are available for those opting to stay beyond downtown. Hotel rates are competitive utilizing Google Maps.
Downtown Hotels | Airbnb
HOST VENUE – MAYO HOTEL
Tulsa’s historic Mayo Hotel provides a unique welcome for college sports creatives from across the country. The Mayo’s famous Crystal Ballroom will serve as the main venue for SkullSparks25. Attendees will also enjoy memorable evening views over downtown Tulsa from the Penthouse Rooftop.
The Mayo Hotel
FLYING TO TULSA
Plan to arrive in Tulsa on June 23 and depart June 26. Tulsa offers direct flights between Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Orlando, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, St. Louis, Tampa and Washington D.C.
Tulsa International Airport | Google Flights
RIDE SHARE TO HOTEL
Tulsa’s airport is just 12 minutes by car from downtown. Attendees can use ride sharing services including Uber and Lyft to their hotel. Proceed to the designated pick-up area on the curb immediately outside the airport arrivals hall.
Ride Sharing Services
DRIVING TO TULSA
The Mayo Hotel is located at 115 W 5th Street in downtown Tulsa. Those driving may utilize complimentary daytime valet parking at the Mayo. Approach on 5th Street and identify as a SkullSparks25 attendee. Paid street and garage parking is also available surrounding the Mayo.
Mayo Hotel Location | Parking
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Our Terms & Conditions for registering and attending SkullSparks25. If you need assistance, please contact us.
SKULLSPARKS
We’re in our ninth year partnering with college athletics departments on recruiting creatives, developing strategy and hosting our national conference. We serve 275+ college athletics departments, conferences and bowl games across the country. We also connect 40k+ sports creatives, coaches, admin, staff, student-athletes and recruits in our network.