Longhorn Network

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Longhorn Network (LHN) is an American regional sports network that is owned as a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the University of Texas at Austin. The network, which launched on August 26, 2011, focuses on the athletic programs of the University of Texas at Austin, including live broadcasts of Texas Longhorns sports events, as well as original programming and academic content.

History

The creation of the Longhorn Network was announced on January 19, 2011, as a partnership between the University of Texas at Austin and ESPN, a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company. The network was established to provide extensive coverage of the university's athletic programs, including football, basketball, baseball, and other sports.

Programming

Longhorn Network's programming includes live broadcasts of Texas Longhorns sports events, including NCAA football, basketball, baseball, and other sports. The network also features original programming, such as coaches' shows, pre-game and post-game analysis, and documentaries about the university's athletic history.

Live Sports

• Texas Longhorns football
• Texas Longhorns men's basketball
• Texas Longhorns women's basketball
• Texas Longhorns baseball
• Other University of Texas at Austin sports

Original Programming

• Coaches' shows
• Pre-game and post-game analysis
• Documentaries
• Academic content related to the University of Texas at Austin

Availability

Longhorn Network is available nationwide through various cable and satellite providers. It is also accessible via streaming services that offer live TV packages.

Controversies

The launch of Longhorn Network was met with some controversy, particularly from other schools in the Big 12 Conference, who were concerned about the competitive advantage it might provide to the University of Texas at Austin. Additionally, there were concerns about the network's impact on the conference's television contracts and revenue distribution.

Related Pages

• University of Texas at Austin
• Texas Longhorns
• Big 12 Conference
• ESPN
• The Walt Disney Company