After a divorce from Audacy’s Washington, DC stations, the Commanders were looking for a new home on radio. Enter iHeartMedia. The company announced today that its classic rock station Big 100 would become the team’s new radio flagship.
In addition to gameday programming, local radio legend Don Geronimo will welcome head coach Ron Rivers to his morning show every Tuesday. Game broadcasts will be carried not only on 100.3 FM, but on the station’s website and the iHeartRadio app as well.
“The Washington Commanders are an iconic brand that we are excited to join forces with,” Kevin LeGrett, President of iHeartMedia Sports, said in the press release. “President Jason Wright and his team are doing great work on the branding of the Commanders and the passion fans have for this team is infectious. This is going to a powerful partnership.”
The Commanders become the 18th NFL franchise to reach a flagship deal with an iHeartMedia property.
The team will also have a promotional presence across the cluster. The Commanders will be involved in HOT 99.5’s Jingle Ball, WMZQ-Fest, DC101-derland and WASH Holiday.
“We are excited to team up with iHeartMedia as we enter our inaugural season as the Washington Commanders,” Commanders President Jason Wright added. “After careful consideration and a thorough evaluation process, we chose iHeartMedia to join our growing list of strategic partners because of their shared commitment, creative approach and aggressive plan for elevating the fan experience through their prioritization of our football games, content and events across their many radio and online platforms.”
