ESPNU

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ESPNU is an American multinational digital cable and satellite television channel that is owned by ESPN Inc., a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company (which owns a controlling 80% stake) and Hearst Communications (which owns the remaining 20%). The channel is primarily dedicated to college sports, including live events, replays, news, and analysis.

History

ESPNU was launched on March 4, 2005, with the aim of providing extensive coverage of college sports that were not typically covered by the main ESPN channels. The channel was created to cater to the growing interest in college athletics and to provide a platform for lesser-known sports and teams.

Programming

ESPNU's programming includes a wide range of college sports events, including football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, and more. The channel also features studio shows, documentaries, and analysis programs that focus on college sports.

Live Events

ESPNU broadcasts live coverage of various college sports events, including:

• NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision
• NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament
• NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament
• College World Series
• NCAA Division I Men's Soccer Championship
• NCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship

Studio Shows

ESPNU features several studio shows that provide news, analysis, and highlights of college sports, including:

• ESPNU College Football
• ESPNU College Basketball
• ESPNU Recruiting Insider
• ESPNU Coaches Spotlight

Availability

ESPNU is available to subscribers of various cable and satellite television providers in the United States. The channel is also accessible through the ESPN App and various streaming services.

Related Channels

ESPNU is part of the ESPN family of networks, which includes:

• ESPN
• ESPN2
• ESPN3
• ESPNews
• ESPN Deportes

See Also

• ESPN
• College sports
• NCAA
• The Walt Disney Company
• Hearst Communications