400+ live events to stream on ACC Network’s digital platform this fall |
| - Friday, August 2, 2019, 8:00 AM |
ACC teams will continue to enjoy unprecedented levels of exposure this fall with the launch of the ACC Network (ACCN), the new, 24/7 national platform launching on Thursday, Aug. 22. ACCN’s digital platform ACC Network Extra (ACCNX), will also air more than 400 ACC controlled live events this fall with over 800 hours of programming.
Additionally, beginning on August 22, upon launch of ACCN, ACCNX on the ESPN App will only be available to subscribers with access to ACCN through their pay TV providers. Included in the more than 800 hours of live programming on ACCNX: 168 volleyball games 108 women’s soccer games 91 men’s soccer games 42 field hockey games 5 football games 2019 ACC Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Championships ACCNX coverage kicks off on August 22 with seven women’s soccer games. With the launch of ACCN, all live events airing on the network will be available via replay on ACCNX for 30 days following the conclusion of the event. The ACC’s depth across all sports is unparalleled and we are excited to showcase these incredible programs on ACCNX,” said Stacie McCollum, ESPN senior director of programming and acquisitions. “ACCNX will provide unprecedented access to regular season and ACC Championship events while elevating exposure of women’s sports such as soccer, field hockey, and volleyball.”
