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Steve O’Donnell: Goal Is NASCAR Becoming a Network “Must-Have” Property

"Right now I'd say, we're a nice to have sport. When you look at networks and everything, not a must have."

Classic Country Radio Returns to 92.5 Mobile Market

"The Classic Country format directly challenges two established country competitors in the footprint"

ESPN Launches Second Season of ‘Official Visit with Rece Davis’

"This year we wanted to push even further — getting Rece out of the studio and into the real spaces where these coaches and players live their lives."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

Scripps Sports Signs Rights Agreement for U.S. 2027 Women’s Volleyball World Cup

"We’re thrilled and honored to bring the 2027 event to ION and to the millions of loyal and passionate volleyball fans across the United States."

Scripps Sports Launching FAST Channel Focusing on Women’s Sports With Original Programming

"In today’s fragmented sports media landscape, Scripps Sports Network is meeting the moment as a reliable, easy-to-access home for passionate fans."

Scripps Sports Announces Multi-Year Broadcast Agreement With Tampa Bay Lightning

"We’re looking forward to working with Brian Lawlor and the Scripps Sports team to expand our reach and bring the excitement of Lightning hockey to more homes across Tampa Bay.”

Scripps Sports Announces SI Women’s Games and Fort Myers Tip-Off Broadcasts

“We’re proud that women’s sports have found a home on ION"

Scripps Sports President Brian Lawlor to Receive 2025 Golden Mic Award from Broadcasters Foundation of America

The Golden Mic Award is given annually to an individual for their excellence in and commitment to broadcasting, and their ongoing service to the community at large.

Scripps Sports Exec: Teams Are Making Contingency Deals For After Bally Sports Bankruptcy

Lawlor said that Scripps Sports “already has deals in place with at least a couple of teams as a contingency in case Bally halts broadcasts before the end of the 2024 season."

Scripps Has Contracts Contingent on Diamond Dropping Teams

"Every team associated with Bally is concerned about the future."

Scripps Sports Strikes First National Play-by-Play Deal With WNBA

The WNBA broadcasts will air on ION, which marks the first sports property to air on the network.

Scripps Sports Sees ‘Opportunity to Reset the Economics’ of Sports Rights

"With cord-cutting, sports are reaching less than 50% or 40% of households in a market. That’s a broken business model.”

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Classic Country Radio Returns to 92.5 Mobile Market

"The Classic Country format directly challenges two established country competitors in the footprint"

ESPN Launches Second Season of ‘Official Visit with Rece Davis’

"This year we wanted to push even further — getting Rece out of the studio and into the real spaces where these coaches and players live their lives."

iHeartMedia Strikes Video Podcast Deal With Disney+ and Hulu

"Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts."

Danny Parkins: Luke Kuechly A “Unique” Hire For Netflix NFL Broadcasts

"People said he aced the audition. I can't wait to watch him."