CMU Events to Air on ESPN+

Central Michigan Athletics will have its events available on ESPN+ starting this fall including select football games like this weekend's game against Kansas. CMU men's basketball, women's basketball, volleyball, gymnastics and wrestling will also be carried on this new platform.

ESPN+ is the premium multi-sport, direct-to-consumer video service from The Walt Disney Company's Direct-to-Consumer and International (DTCI) segment and ESPN. It offers fans thousands of additional live events, on-demand content and original programming not available on ESPN's linear TV or digital networks. Fans subscribe to ESPN+ for just $4.99 a month (or $49.99 per year) through the ESPN App or ESPN.com. ESPN's "TV Everywhere" streaming of its television networks (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, etc.) and ESPN3, is also accessible via the ESPN App and ESPN.com for fans with a pay TV subscription.

In addition to ESPN+, Chippewa Athletic events will also be featured on cable television platforms such as ESPN2, ESPNU, CBS Sports Network (CBSSN) and other regional outlets. When streamed on ESPN3 and all "TV Everywhere", events are still accessed using your TV provider's username/password. ESPN is an internet-stream only platform (separate from ESPN3) and is not included in cable subscription packages.

What is ESPN+?
It is a direct-to-consumer (no cable or satellite subscription needed) streaming service that will cost $4.99 per month. As part of the launch ESPN+ was integrated as part of a completely redesigned ESPN App (and also via ESPN.com). Subscribers will receive thousands of additional live events, and original shows and films, and an on-demand library, which is not available on ESPN's linear TV or digital networks. ESPN+ will not include access to stream ESPN's existing, linear networks (which will continue to be available via "TV Everywhere" authenticated streaming).

How much does ESPN+ cost?
ESPN+ costs $4.99 a month ($49.99, if you pay annually). There is a 7-day free trial is available, too.

Does each event on ESPN+ cost $4.99?
No. The $4.99 a month covers all events available on ESPN .

If I have ESPN3 do I automatically get ESPN+?
No. A subscription is required to watch the ESPN content.

Will fans have the option to subscribe for just Central Michigan
No. For the $4.99 subscription price, they will get access to all content on ESPN+.

What do I do if I have issues?
Fans who have issues with the new ESPN App or ESPN+, may contact ESPN customer care:
· Online: support.espn.com
· Phone: 1.888.549.ESPN
· ESPN App: Live Chat Feature
· ESPN Customer Support Available: 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, 7 days a week

Do I have to pay for the ESPN App?
The ESPN App is still free, and you still get all the same news, info, highlights and audio as always – with a new, enhanced design.

How do I subscribe to ESPN+ and where can I watch it?
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.

What are the ESPN+ supported devices?
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.

Where is ESPN+ available?
ESPN+ is currently only available in the US.

How much of the content will be on ESPN+ vs Linear vs ESPN3? What factors will dictate ESPN+ vs linear vs ESPN3?
The Mid-American Conference will continue to have a linear presence that will include midweek games and the football and basketball championships. The majority of the remaining games will be on ESPN3 and ESPN+. Specific programming decisions will be fluid from year to year.

What additional content will be available via ESPN+?
Thousands of additional live events, on-demand content and original programming not available on ESPN's linear TV or digital networks. This includes hundreds of MLB, NHL and MLS games, college sports, boxing, golf, tennis, international rugby, cricket, the entire library of award-winning 30 for 30 documentaries and much more.

Will all games now be on ESPN+?
No, our television partners will decide which games will be on ESPN3 and which ones will be on ESPN+ no later than 12 days before each football game. This is also when kickoff times will be set and announced. The networks have 12 days before game day to look at all available contests and decide which games go into which slots and on which networks. After all games are selected and slotted, the remaining games are then announced. This is why kickoff times are not announced in the summer anymore. Other sports will be determined as their respective seasons go along, as well.

Current ESPN+/ESPN3 Schedule
Sept. 8 – Football vs. Kansas (ESPN+)
Sept. 15 – Football at Northern Illinois (ESPN+)
Sept. 20 – Volleyball vs. Eastern Michigan (ESPN3)
Sept. 22 – Football vs. Maine (ESPN+)
Sept. 28 – Volleyball at Toledo (ESPN+)
Sept. 30 – Soccer at Akron (ESPN3)
Oct. 5 – Volleyball vs. Western Michigan (ESPN+)
Oct. 7 – Soccer at Toledo (ESPN+)
Oct. 11 – Volleyball vs. Bowling Green (ESPN+)
Oct. 19 – Volleyball at Akron (ESPN3)
Oct. 25 – Volleyball at Eastern Michigan (ESPN+)
Oct. 27 – Volleyball at Kent State (ESPN3)
Nov. 2 – Volleyball vs. Ball State (ESPN+)
Nov. 3 – Volleyball vs. Toledo (ESPN3)
Nov. 3 – Football at Eastern Michigan (ESPN3)
Nov. 10 – Football vs. Bowling Green (ESPN+)
Nov. 10 – Volleyball at Western Michigan (ESPN+)

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