In a move set to broaden the national television exposure of Pac-12 football, the conference has struck deals with The CW Network and FOX Sports for the broadcast of the 2024 season’s home games. Announced today, this collaboration ensures that 11 out of 13 Pac-12 home games will be aired on The CW, with the remaining two games being showcased on FOX or its subsidiary, FS1. This partnership aims to highlight the prowess of the football programs at Oregon State and Washington State, along with their student-athletes, across the United States.
A significant aspect of this agreement, for fans, is the scheduling of nearly all home game kickoffs well ahead of the season’s start, facilitating better planning and engagement. The schedule for The CW’s games was released in today’s announcement, with the dates for the FOX or FS1 games expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks. Further enhancing the broadcast quality, the Pac-12’s own Pac-12 Enterprises will produce all 11 games scheduled to air on The CW.
Pac-12 Commissioner Teresa Gould expressed excitement over these national broadcasting partnerships, underscoring their importance in providing a prestigious platform for the student-athletes and ensuring fans of the Oregon State Beavers and Washington State Cougars can follow their teams’ progress more conveniently. Scott Barnes, Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics at Oregon State, highlighted the priority of national exposure and its role in enhancing the overall experience for both the athletes and fans. Similarly, Washington State’s Interim Director of Athletics, Anne McCoy, noted the significance of these deals in elevating the program’s visibility and strengthening ties with the community and alumni.
Dennis Miller, President of The CW Network, emphasized the network’s expanding sports lineup, which now includes Pac-12 football alongside ACC football, LIV Golf, and NASCAR Xfinity Series playoffs, underscoring The CW’s emergence as a key destination for sports enthusiasts this fall.
The announced schedule promises broad national reach, with FOX Sports and The CW accessible to the entirety of U.S. households. The agreement prioritizes afternoon games to highlight the excitement of Pac-12 football, aligning with FOX’s BIG NOON SATURDAY—the leading college football broadcast window for the past three seasons. With over 500 hours of sports programming set for 2025, The CW is poised to become a major player in sports broadcasting.
Key dates for Oregon State and Washington State games were shared, giving fans an early look at when to catch their teams in action, with some game times to be finalized closer to the respective dates. This announcement not only spotlights the competitive spirit of the Pac-12 Conference but also promises greater accessibility and enjoyment for fans nationwide.
Oregon State Athletics, through this initiative, continues its mission to foster outstanding, genuine, visionary student-athletes, resonating with the Beaver spirit (Go BEAVS).