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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

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."

Zena Keita, Meghan McKeown, Autumn Johnson Shine on WNBA on ION Pregame Show

The word chemistry is often tossed around, but with Keita, McKeown, and Johnson, it is caught and slam dunked. They know their roles on a given show and bring a dynamic feel to the broadcast.

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 Becomes Domestic Broadcast Partner For Athlos NYC 2025 Event

"They’ve been tireless supporters of women’s sports for years, and we’re proud to have ATHLOS land alongside their WNBA and NWSL programming"

ION Announces WNBA First-Ever Nationally Televised Preseason Doubleheader Including Paige Bueckers Debut

"ION is a proud home to the WNBA, and we couldn’t be happier to bring the entire country the league’s first two nationally televised preseason games in its history."

NWSL Coverage Plans Announced For Second Season on ION

"NWSL on ION experienced significant success last season, amassing more than 3.6 million hours of viewing across free ad-supported television (FAST) channels"

WNBA on ION More Than Doubles Viewership From 2023

According to a company release, average viewership for the WNBA Friday Night Spotlight on ION in 2024 increased by 133% from 2023, and the...

WNBA to Reportedly Receive Collective $2.2 Billion in New 11-Year Media Rights Deal

The WNBA will reportedly be receiving a collective $2.2 billion over the next 11 years as part of its new media rights deals with...

WNBA Sets Viewership Records for Ion, CBS and NBA TV over Memorial Day Weekend

Not only does that number represent the highest viewership for a WNBA game on ION, but it also beat the previous high by almost double.

Scripps Enters Pac-12 TV Negotioations

The company launched Scripps Sports late last year as a potential vehicle for local sports rights, with the idea that broadcasts would air on Ion.

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."