Scripps Sports
Scripps Sports is the sports production and broadcasting division of the E. W. Scripps Company.
Detroit Pistons games moving to Scripps-owned WMYD
The Detroit Pistons will move their locally televised games to free broadcast television under a new rights agreement with Scripps Sports that begins with the 2026-27 NBA season.
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Scripps narrows Q1 loss as local TV revenue offsets decline at national networks
The company reported $517 million in revenue and said its sports strategy, station sales and transformation plan are helping reduce leverage and reshape the business.
EARNINGS REPORT
Scripps channels restored to Comcast’s Xfinity TV under new deal
Comcast and Scripps have reached an agreement that restores Scripps-owned local broadcast stations and national networks to Xfinity TV.
FIRST ON THE DESK
Scripps digital channels added to Local Now app
Scripps is now offering its digital and multicast networks through the free streaming app Local Now.
Scripps Sports to bring Nashville Predators games to broadcast TV
The E. W. Scripps Company has committed itself to more live sports rights on broadcast TV through a new deal with the Nashville Predators.
Scripps to launch free streaming network for Scripps Sports
The E. W. Scripps Company is readying the launch of a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel focused on its Scripps Sports programming.
Scripps Sports to bring PWHL Walter Cup Finals to broadcast TV
Scripps will air the PWHL Walter Cup Finals on Ion, marking the league’s first U.S. national broadcast.
Scripps logs $100 million loss during 2025; Q4 ad revenue up 12 percent
Scripps reported lower overall revenue and a financial loss for 2025, but executives promised stronger momentum through sports deals and political ad sales is on the way.
EARNINGS REPORT
Scripps hires Oliver Gray to VP, Network Sports & Client Partnerships
The E. W. Scripps Company has hired a leading executive from sports brand Overtime to serve as its new Vice President of Network Sports and Client Partnerships.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Scripps names Madhavi Tadikonda as Director, Network Sales
The E. W. Scripps Company has hired Madhavi Tadikonda to serve as the broadcaster's new Director of Network Sales.
Scripps Sports gets rights to Major League Volleyball championship
Scripps has announced a new deal this week to bring the championship series from Major League Volleyball to Ion in 2026.
Ion to air first Athlos marathon on Friday
The E. W. Scripps Company's broadcast network Ion will make its debut as the domestic television partner for Athlos NYC on Friday.