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ESPN Extends Partnership with Beyond Sports for Animated Game Telecasts

10/28/2025

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ESPN has extended its partnership with Beyond Sports for at least two more years to produce animated alternate telecasts for NFL, NBA, NHL, and WNBA games, a collaboration started in 2023.
The broadcasts will feature classic Disney characters across Disney platforms.
Kevin Lopes of ESPN emphasizes innovation to reach new audiences.
Beyond Sports co-founder Schouten notes the partnership is growing, enhancing fan engagement and redefining live sports storytelling.

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ESPN has extended its partnership with Beyond Sports for at least two more years to produce animated alternate telecasts for NFL, NBA, NHL, and WNBA games, a collaboration started in 2023.
The broadcasts will feature classic Disney characters across Disney platforms.
Kevin Lopes of ESPN emphasizes innovation to reach new audiences.
Beyond Sports co-founder Schouten notes the partnership is growing, enhancing fan engagement and redefining live sports storytelling.