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Big East Media Deal Boosts UConn Basketball Coverage

10/2/2025

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Summary

Big East Basketball Boost

The Big East launches a six-year 2025-26 media rights agreement to boost basketball coverage, including ESPN+.
UConn women's basketball will play 24 national TV games across FOX, TNT/truTV, and Peacock.
The season opens November 12 with UConn vs. Loyola Chicago on truTV.
St. John's will host three nationally televised games, including a March 1 UConn matchup.

History

Historical Context

In 1982, the NCAA signed its first national television contract, boosting college basketball's visibility and leading to a 300% increase in viewership by the 1990s. This landmark agreement paved the way for significant media investments from networks like CBS and ESPN. The Big East's recent six-year media rights deal aims to replicate this success, highlighting the ongoing evolution of college sports broadcasting.

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Big East Basketball Boost

The Big East launches a six-year 2025-26 media rights agreement to boost basketball coverage, including ESPN+.
UConn women's basketball will play 24 national TV games across FOX, TNT/truTV, and Peacock.
The season opens November 12 with UConn vs. Loyola Chicago on truTV.
St. John's will host three nationally televised games, including a March 1 UConn matchup.

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