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The Indiana Fever and TEGNA have partnered to broadcast select Fever games for free on WTHR and WALV in Indianapolis during the 2024 season. The agreement comes after the Fever's successful 2024 draft, bringing in talented players like Caitlin Clark. TEGNA will air 17 games for free, expanding access to other TV markets outside Indianapolis. The partnership aims to bring more fans to watch the Fever compete in the WNBA playoffs, showcasing the young talent on the team. This groundbreaking local broadcast rights agreement highlights the Fever's commitment to women's sports and the remarkable journey of their players like Caitlin Clark.
L'Indiana Fever e TEGNA hanno stipulato una partnership per trasmettere gratuitamente alcune partite del Fever su WTHR e WALV a Indianapolis durante la stagione 2024. L'accordo è stato raggiunto in seguito al successo del Fever nel draft 2024, con l'ingresso di giocatrici di talento come Caitlin Clark. TEGNA trasmetterà 17 partite gratuitamente, estendendo l'accesso ad altri mercati televisivi al di fuori di Indianapolis. La partnership ha l'obiettivo di attirare più tifosi a seguire le partite del Fever nei playoff della WNBA, mettendo in mostra il giovane talento della squadra. Questo innovativo accordo sui diritti di trasmissione locale sottolinea l'impegno del Fever verso lo sport femminile e l'eccezionale percorso delle sue giocatrici come Caitlin Clark.
The Indiana Fever y TEGNA se han asociado para transmitir seleccionados juegos del Fever de forma gratuita en WTHR y WALV en Indianapolis durante la temporada 2024. El acuerdo surge después del exitoso draft del 2024 del Fever, integrando jugadoras talentosas como Caitlin Clark. TEGNA emitirá 17 juegos gratuitamente, ampliando el acceso a otros mercados de televisión fuera de Indianapolis. La asociación tiene como objetivo atraer más aficionados para ver al Fever competir en los playoffs de la WNBA, mostrando el talento joven del equipo. Este innovador acuerdo de derechos de transmisión local destaca el compromiso del Fever con el deporte femenino y la notable trayectoria de sus jugadoras como Caitlin Clark.
인디애나 피버와 TEGNA가 2024년 시즌 동안 인디애나폴리스의 WTHR 및 WALV에서 선정된 피버 게임을 무료로 방송하기 위해 파트너십을 맺었습니다. 이 협정은 안에 재능 있는 선수들을 영입한 피버의 성공적인 2024 드래프트 후에 이루어졌습니다. TEGNA는 인디애나폴리스 외의 다른 TV 시장에 액세스를 확대하면서 17경기를 무료로 방송할 예정입니다. 이 파트너십은 더 많은 팬들이 WNBA 플레이오프에서 경쟁하는 피버를 관람하게 하려는 목표를 가지고 있으며, 팀의 젊은 재능을 선보이게 됩니다. 이 혁신적인 지역 방송권 계약은 여성 스포츠에 대한 피버의 헌신과 캐이틀린 클라크와 같은 선수들의 놀라운 여정을 강조합니다.
The Indiana Fever et TEGNA ont formé un partenariat pour diffuser gratuitement certains jeux du Fever sur WTHR et WALV à Indianapolis pendant la saison 2024. L'accord fait suite au draft réussi du Fever en 2024, incorporant des joueuses talentueuses telles que Caitlin Clark. TEGNA diffusera 17 jeux gratuitement, élargissant l'accès à d'autres marchés télévisés en dehors d'Indianapolis. Le partenariat vise à attirer plus de fans pour regarder le Fever concourir dans les playoffs de la WNBA, mettant en avant les jeunes talents de l'équipe. Cet accord novateur sur les droits de diffusion locale souligne l'engagement du Fever envers le sport féminin et le parcours remarquable de ses joueuses comme Caitlin Clark.
The Indiana Fever und TEGNA haben sich zusammengeschlossen, um ausgewählte Spiele der Fever-Saison 2024 kostenlos auf WTHR und WALV in Indianapolis zu übertragen. Die Vereinbarung folgt auf den erfolgreichen Draft 2024 des Fever, bei dem talentierte Spielerinnen wie Caitlin Clark gewonnen wurden. TEGNA wird 17 Spiele kostenlos ausstrahlen und so den Zugang zu anderen Fernsehmärkten außerhalb von Indianapolis erweitern. Die Partnerschaft zielt darauf ab, mehr Fans dazu zu bringen, die Fever in den WNBA-Playoffs zu sehen und das junge Talent des Teams zu präsentieren. Diese bahnbrechende lokale Übertragungsrechtevereinbarung unterstreicht das Engagement des Fever für den Frauensport und die bemerkenswerte Laufbahn von Spielerinnen wie Caitlin Clark.
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The Indiana Fever and TEGNA have announced an agreement to air select Fever games for free on WTHR and WALV in Indianapolis

The announcement follows on the heels of the Fever’s historic 2024 draft and a renewed excitement by fans across the basketball world for the Fever, one of the WNBA’s most successful franchises

INDIANAPOLIS & TYSONS, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Fresh off a historic WNBA draft night and broad fan excitement for one of the League’s most successful franchises, the Indiana Fever and TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced a partnership to broadcast select Fever games during the 2024 season. Seventeen games will be shown for free over the air on WTHR or WALV, TEGNA’s NBC and MeTV affiliates in Indianapolis, giving fans across central Indiana the opportunity to watch the team and its young superstars compete to return to the WNBA playoffs.

During the 2024 season, 17 Indiana Fever games will be shown for free over the air on WTHR or WALV, TEGNA’s NBC and MeTV affiliates in Indianapolis. (Graphic: Business Wire)

During the 2024 season, 17 Indiana Fever games will be shown for free over the air on WTHR or WALV, TEGNA’s NBC and MeTV affiliates in Indianapolis. (Graphic: Business Wire)

TEGNA will work with additional broadcast companies in the coming weeks to expand free over the air access to all available television markets outside of Indianapolis.

“So many new fans are tuning in to watch the world’s best basketball players compete in the WNBA, and the Fever have built a roster of incredible young talent that has caught the attention of basketball fans all over the globe,” said Rick Fuson, CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment. “TEGNA and WTHR have been amazing local partners for years, and we are excited that more fans than ever before will get the chance to watch these amazing athletes play.”

"This is an exhilarating moment for women’s sports. The WNBA and Fever are leading the charge with this groundbreaking local broadcast rights agreement,” said Dave Lougee, President and CEO, TEGNA. “The remarkable journey of Caitlin Clark and her teammates has captured the hearts and minds of millions. We’re thrilled to deliver all the Fever action to every household in the Indianapolis region.”

“We’re delighted to build on our strong marketing partnership with the Pacers and Fever and our longstanding commitment to local Indianapolis sports,” said Michael Brouder, General Manager, WTHR. “Our station has always been at the center of the biggest local events that capture the spirit of Hoosiers far and wide. Our entire team in front of and behind the camera will be helping the Fever connect with our community and fans like never before.”

The partnership between the Fever and TEGNA was brokered and negotiated by Dan Granik and David Sternberg of Range Sports, a Division of Range Media Partners, long-time consultants to Pacers Sports & Entertainment.

The following games will be shown for free over the air on WTHR or WALV:

May 16 vs. New York, 7 p.m. WTHR
May 22 @ Seattle, 10 p.m. WTHR
May 25 @ Las Vegas, 9 p.m. WTHR
May 30 vs. Seattle, 7 p.m. WTHR
June 1 vs. Chicago, 1 p.m. WALV
June 10 @ Connecticut, 7 p.m. WTHR
June 13 vs. Atlanta, 7 p.m. WTHR
July 10 vs. Washington, Noon WTHR
August 24 @ Minnesota, 8 p.m. WALV
August 26 @ Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. WTHR
August 28 vs. Connecticut, 7 p.m. WALV
September 1 @ Dallas, 4 p.m. WALV
September 4 vs. Los Angeles, 7 p.m. WALV
September 8 vs. Atlanta, 4 p.m. WTHR
September 11 vs. Las Vegas, 7 p.m. WALV
September 15 vs. Dallas, 3 p.m. WALV
September 19 @ Washington, 7 p.m. WTHR
*All times ET

Last week, the Fever selected Iowa star Caitlin Clark with the first pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Clark, the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer, joins a talented roster that includes Olympian, WNBA All-Star, and unanimous 2023 Rookie of The Year Aliyah Boston; WNBA All-Star and 2023 Dawn Staley Community Leadership Award winner Kelsey Mitchell; NaLyssa Smith, the 2nd pick in the 2022 WNBA Draft; and more.

Earlier this month, the WNBA announced that 36 of the Fever’s 40 regular season games will be broadcast on national television, as well.

Fever season ticket packages and single-game tickets for the upcoming season are on sale now at www.FeverBasketball.com/tickets.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

About Pacers Sports & Entertainment

Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) is the corporate identity exemplified by the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, Indiana Mad Ants, Pacers Gaming, Pacers Foundation, Inc., and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Its team of inspired and dedicated employees promises to deliver quality entertainment and unparalleled service.

Danny Lopez

Vice President for External Affairs and Corporate Communications

Pacers Sports & Entertainment

317-985-7048

dlopez@pacers.com

Anne Bentley

Vice President, Chief Communications Officer, TEGNA

703-873-6366

abentley@TEGNA.com

Source: TEGNA

FAQ

Which TV stations will air the Indiana Fever games for free in Indianapolis?

The Indiana Fever games will be aired for free on WTHR and WALV in Indianapolis during the 2024 season.

How many games will TEGNA broadcast for free during the 2024 season?

TEGNA will air 17 Indiana Fever games for free over the air on WTHR or WALV in Indianapolis.

Who brokered the partnership between the Indiana Fever and TEGNA?

The partnership between the Indiana Fever and TEGNA was brokered by Dan Granik and David Sternberg of Range Sports, a Division of Range Media Partners.

Which player did the Indiana Fever select with the first pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft?

The Indiana Fever selected Iowa star Caitlin Clark with the first pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft.

Where can fans purchase Fever season ticket packages and single-game tickets for the upcoming season?

Fans can purchase Fever season ticket packages and single-game tickets for the upcoming season at www.FeverBasketball.com/tickets.

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