ESPN Nabs ACC Broadcast Rights for $1.9 Billion

ESPN and the Atlantic Coast Conference on Thursday announced they have reached a 12-year agreement that gives the sports giant exclusive rights to broadcast all ACC football and men’s and women’s basketball games, plus 22 other collegiate sports (i.e. lacrosse and softball) and conference championships.

Effective the 2011-12 academic year, the pact extends through spring 2023.

Word of the deal first began circulating in May, with sources close to the negotiations saying the package was worth some $155 million-$160 million per year, for a grand total of some $1.9

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Spring Special

Save 30% Off an ADWEEK Subscription Today!

View Your Options

Already a member? Sign in