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FAQ - The Ivy League on ESPN
July 26, 2018 | Featured
In 2018, the Ivy League and ESPN agreed to a long-term relationship to showcase Ivy League events through a variety of ESPN platforms, including at least 24 events annually on ESPN's linear networks and more than 1,100 annually on ESPN+.
What is The Ivy League Network on ESPN?
ESPN and the Ivy League announced a ten-year deal in which ESPN agreed to cover over 1,100 events annually across 30 sports. Most of these events will be available through ESPN+. Learn more about ESPN+ here: https://watch.espnplus.com/sports/
Do I need to sign-up for a new ESPN+ subscription?
Yes, to watch Ivy League content on ESPN+, you will be required to create a new ESPN+ account.
How do I subscribe to ESPN+?
A subscription to ESPN+ is available for purchase via the ESPN App and ESPN.com, and fans can only access ESPN+ content after they have subscribed. To sign up, please click here: https://watch.espnplus.com/sports/
What is the price of ESPN+?
ESPN+ is offered at a price of $5.99/month or $49.99/year. The Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu (w/ ads), is available for $12.99/month.
Where can I watch ESPN+ with my subscription?
A subscriber can watch ESPN+ in the Watch tab of the latest version of the ESPN App, available on the web, iPhone, iPad, tvOS, Android Handset, Roku, Chromecast and FireTV.
Can I watch non-Ivy League events with my ESPN+ subscription?
Yes, your subscription will allow you to watch all ESPN+ content, including select games from MLB, MLS, NHL, and more, in addition to all Ivy League ESPN+ programming.
What if ESPN+ isn't available in my country?
A new international platform will be the home for fans outside of the US. This international portal will feature the same broadcast that is available on ESPN+. The cost for fans to subscribe to the international portal will be similar to ESPN+ ($4.99/month). A single-game purchase will also be available for $2.99. Due to technical and logistical limitation, it is possible that not all Ivy League games will be available internationally at launch, but all eight schools are working diligently to make sure that as many games as possible are available to all viewers. A list of events available on the international portal is available here.
Will my Ivy League Network App still work?
No, the app is no longer being supported and should be removed from your device. Ivy League content on ESPN+ can be accessed through the ESPN app, which can be downloaded here: http://www.espn.com/espn/apps/espn
Where can I find more information about The Ivy League's partnership with ESPN?
To find more information, please click here.
- ESPN and Ivy League Reach 10-Year Agreement; More than 1,100 Conference Events Available on ESPN+ Each Year
- Every Conference Football, Men's and Women's Basketball Game Presented Each Season; Hundreds of Games from Additional Sports to be Featured; At Least 12 Conference Postseason Events
- At Least 24 Regular Season and Postseason Events Annually on an ESPN Linear Network, Including Select Football, Basketball and Olympic Sports
- Innovative Collaboration Brings the Ivy League Network to ESPN+ Direct-to-Consumer Platform
What is The Ivy League Network on ESPN?
ESPN and the Ivy League announced a ten-year deal in which ESPN agreed to cover over 1,100 events annually across 30 sports. Most of these events will be available through ESPN+. Learn more about ESPN+ here: https://watch.espnplus.com/sports/
Do I need to sign-up for a new ESPN+ subscription?
Yes, to watch Ivy League content on ESPN+, you will be required to create a new ESPN+ account.
How do I subscribe to ESPN+?
A subscription to ESPN+ is available for purchase via the ESPN App and ESPN.com, and fans can only access ESPN+ content after they have subscribed. To sign up, please click here: https://watch.espnplus.com/sports/
What is the price of ESPN+?
ESPN+ is offered at a price of $5.99/month or $49.99/year. The Disney Bundle, which includes Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu (w/ ads), is available for $12.99/month.
Where can I watch ESPN+ with my subscription?
A subscriber can watch ESPN+ in the Watch tab of the latest version of the ESPN App, available on the web, iPhone, iPad, tvOS, Android Handset, Roku, Chromecast and FireTV.
Can I watch non-Ivy League events with my ESPN+ subscription?
Yes, your subscription will allow you to watch all ESPN+ content, including select games from MLB, MLS, NHL, and more, in addition to all Ivy League ESPN+ programming.
What if ESPN+ isn't available in my country?
A new international platform will be the home for fans outside of the US. This international portal will feature the same broadcast that is available on ESPN+. The cost for fans to subscribe to the international portal will be similar to ESPN+ ($4.99/month). A single-game purchase will also be available for $2.99. Due to technical and logistical limitation, it is possible that not all Ivy League games will be available internationally at launch, but all eight schools are working diligently to make sure that as many games as possible are available to all viewers. A list of events available on the international portal is available here.
Will my Ivy League Network App still work?
No, the app is no longer being supported and should be removed from your device. Ivy League content on ESPN+ can be accessed through the ESPN app, which can be downloaded here: http://www.espn.com/espn/apps/espn
Where can I find more information about The Ivy League's partnership with ESPN?
To find more information, please click here.
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