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College Football's Biggest Player? ESPN.

Authors :
Andrew Miller, James
Eder, Steve
Sandomir, Richard
Source :
New York Times. 8/25/2013, Vol. 162 Issue 56239, p1-SP15. 2p. 1 Color Photograph, 4 Black and White Photographs.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article examines the influence of television broadcast network ESPN on U.S. college football that has been achieved primarily through money paid for television rights. According to the authors, ESPN's programming and money have created professionalized sports networks at academic institutions. Details are provided on how ESPN has influenced scheduling, broadcasting, and financing of college football and how this has impacted the academic aspects of schools.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
162
Issue :
56239
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
89919755