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Divisions II and III to take part in streaming initiative for championships

Divisions II and III will livestream more than 1,200 championship games free to fans for the 2025-26 academic year. This streaming initiative will enhance the visibility and accessibility of Division II and III championships.
Through a partnership with Hudl and TNT Sports, all rounds of team championships not already covered by existing ESPN or CBS agreements will be streamed free of charge on a centralized platform powered by Hudl. Fans will be able to watch these games via ncaa.com/champs-pass and the NCAA Championships Pass app, available on smart TVs.
“Hudl’s mission is to make sport more accessible and meaningful for teams, athletes and their communities,” said Mark Krug, senior director of elite fan partnerships at Hudl. “By livestreaming NCAA Division II and Division III championships, families, alumni and fans will get direct access to the moments that matter most, while helping student-athletes gain the visibility and recognition they deserve. Through this partnership, we are proud to elevate the visibility of these competitions and celebrate the hard work of these programs nationwide.”
Division II joins the partnership following the success of Division III’s streaming initiative, which attracted over 2.3 million viewers and generated more than 45.8 million minutes of viewing in 2024-25. This agreement marks a significant step forward in providing comprehensive … more at … https://www.ncaa.org/news/2025/10/15/media-center-divisions-ii-and-iii-to-take-part-in-streaming-initiative-for-championships.aspx

October 26, 2025 - Posted by The TakeDown Report | Uncategorized