Tag: USA Network
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46 Years Ago in TV History, the USA Network First Launched
In April 1980, a significant chapter in American cable television history unfolded when the Madison Square Garden Sports Network officially adopted the name USA Network. This rebranding marked a pivotal transition for one of the earliest national cable channels, shifting its identity from a primarily sports-focused service tied to a famous New York arena to…
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NBC, Peacock, & USA Sports Lock In PGA of America Events in Major Golf Rights Renewal
In a major move in the world of golf, the PGA of America extended its media relationships with NBC Sports/Peacock and Versant’s USA Sports through 2033. The extension explicitly includes the 2033 Ryder Cup at The Olympic Club in San Francisco, plus the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, Senior PGA Championship, and PGA Professional Championship. Live…
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Comcast Will Soon Get Rid Of MS Now, CNBC, USA Network, & More Into a New Company – Here is When That is Happening
Comcast Corporation has postponed the planned spin-off of its portfolio of cable television networks and related digital assets into a new independent company originally named Versant Media Group. Oriignally planned to be done by the end of 2025 now it has been pushed to January of 2026. The separation, which would have created a publicly…
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Versant’s USA Sports Snags Pac-12 for College Athletics in New Rights Deal
In a major move for college sports, the new Pac-12 and USA Sports have agreed to a five-year media partnership that will put the conference’s regular-season football and basketball inventory on USA Network. The deal comes with the launch of the new Pac-12, beginning with the 2026-27 season, and pairs the re-formed conference with the…
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NBCU Spinoff Versant Launches USA Sports Banner for WWE, WNBA, NASCAR & More Ahead of MSNBC Rebrand
Versant, the future spin-off company of NBCUniversal, just gave its new sports division a name. USA Sports will house the company’s live-sports footprint across its linear networks and their related digital platforms. The move formalizes a sprawling lineup of rights that includes NASCAR, Premier League, WNBA, WWE, PGA Tour, and others. Under the USA Sports…
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Peacock Adds Team USA Showcase With Olympic & Paralympic Trials
The 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics and Winter Paralympics are just a few months away, and Peacock is doubling down with live action on the way to Italy. NBC Sports is bringing a broad slate of U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Team Trials and other events to the streamer. As part of the network’s “Making Team USA”…
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NBCUniversal Spinoff Versant Expands Sports Portfolio, Adds WNBA in 11-Year Rights Deal
In a game-changing move, the WNBA and Versant begin a long-term media partnership beginning with the 2026 campaign. Under the new 11-year media rights deal, USA Network will air at least 50 WNBA regular-season and playoff games annually, anchoring a weekly Wednesday-night doubleheader as Versant builds out its sports and live-rights portfolio. The deal runs…
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How to Watch the 2025 US Open (Golf) Live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV & More
One of the biggest weeks in professional golf has arrived as NBC Sports presents the 2025 U.S. Open, with featured rounds streaming live on Peacock. The four-day tournament will be held at Oakmont Country Club, with 156 players competing for their chance at glory. This makes the 10th time the USGA has chosen the course…
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How to Watch Championship Sunday 2025 | Premier League Live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV & More on June 1
NBC Sports is the home of Championship Sunday and Peacock stream games throughout the day. Fans can tune into 15 total matches, with 9 streaming on Peacock, and six streaming exclusively on the platform. You can checkout the full Championship Sunday schedule here. As the Premier League season concludes, USA Network, SyFy, CNBC, NBC and Peacock…
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How to Watch the 2025 Women’s U.S. Open Live on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV & More
The 2025 U.S. Women’s Open is underway and Peacock is providing fans extended coverage. Live from Erin Hills Golf Club in Erin, Wisconsin, the four-day tournament pits the world’s best women’s golfers competing for a major championship. The tournament features a stacked field of LGPA players including World No. 1 Nelly Korda, defending champion Yuka Saso , Jeeno…