Fox Sports Networks at Big West Conference Announce Deal

http://sportsmediajournal.com/page/2/ The Big West Conference has signed a long-term media rights agreement with the Fox Sports Network. The deal makes Prime Ticket, FOX Sports West, and FOX Sports San Diego the exclusive regional TV partners for Big West Conference sports commencing this season. A minimum of 20 marquee events will be showcased, including regular season men’s basketball games, four men’s basketball tournament quarterfinal games, and the women’s basketball tournament championship game, as well as the soccer and track and field championships. Next year that number will increase to 32 sporting events with the inclusion of San Diego State into the conference. Fox Sports will also stream some 800 athletic events live online. “This agreement with FOX continues a partnership that began more than 15 years ago,” said Big West Conference Commissioner Dennis Farrell. “The Big West’s continued growth and stability contributed to the overall expansion of the package and the increased exposure through the cable and digital platforms will only enhance the Conference brand.” “We’re proud to be long-term partners with the Big West Conference,” said Steve Simpson, Senior Vice President and General Manager, FOX Sports West and Prime Ticket. “The schools that represent the Conference are an ideal complement to the regionally relevant programming focus of FOX Sports West and Prime Ticket and we look forward to showcasing multiple sports and the remarkable student-athletes that represent the Big West.”