Loudoun United FC and DC News Now Announce Linear TV Deal
For the first time in club history, all home matches will be broadcast on network TV
Leesburg, VA (February 28, 2023) – Loudoun United FC, DC News Now, and DCW 50 have announced an exclusive multi-year agreement to broadcast Loudoun United FC’s USL Championship home matches on linear television starting with the 2024 season.
Under the agreement, DC News Now and DCW 50 will broadcast all 17 matches played at Segra Field. Additionally, matches will be livestreamed on dcnewsnow.com for local viewers, ensuring easy access to the excitement on the pitch. This partnership marks the first-of-its-kind for Loudoun United FC since the club’s initial year of play in 2019.
“We value fans’ input and recognize the importance they place on game viewing experiences without the barriers of virtual paywalls,” said Greg Baroni, CEO and Managing Partner, Attain Sports, and controlling owner of Loudoun United FC. “This partnership allows us to simplify access to our matches, which aligns with our commitment to enhancing the fan experience and continue to strengthen the connection to the community.”
Fans will be able to tune in to Game Night—the area’s only daily TV sports show—multiple times per week to witness the behind-the-scenes of the Red & White. Prior to each home match, fans can also enjoy a 30-minute pre-match show to prepare for the thrilling action that will soon follow at Segra Field.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Loudoun United FC,” said David Bangura, Vice President and General Manager at DC News Now and DCW 50. “Soccer holds a special place in the hearts of many in our community, and we look forward to bringing area residents live soccer from their home team, fostering a deeper connection between fans and the beautiful game.”
“From the outset, it was clear that our visions aligned—prioritizing the community,” said Doug Raftery, Executive Business Officer, Loudoun United FC. “DC News Now has a strong background of providing sports programming, highlighted by Game Night. This collaboration signifies Loudoun United FC’s continued growth and impact on the region’s soccer landscape.”
Loudoun United FC opens the season on Saturday, March 9, in San Antonio. The home opener is set for Saturday, March 16, against North Carolina FC at Segra Field in Leesburg, VA.
To learn more about how to watch DC News Now on your television, visit https://www.dcnewsnow.com/how-to-watch/. DC News Now and DCW 50 are also available via YouTube TV, Hulu, and more streaming platforms launching this year.
2024 Loudoun United FC Broadcast Schedule*
March 16, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. North Carolina FC – DCW 50
April 13, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Memphis 901 FC – DCW 50
April 20, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Louisville City FC – DCW 50
May 4, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Detroit City FC – DC News Now
May 10, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. El Paso Locomotive FC – DC News Now
May 18, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Monterey Bay FC – DC News Now
June 1, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. FC Tulsa – DC News Now
June 14, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Las Vegas Lights FC – DC News Now
June 29, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies – DC News Now
July 3, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Hartford Athletic – DC News Now
July 24, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Charleston Battery – DCW 50
August 3, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Miami FC – DC News Now
August 24, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Rhode Island FC – DC News Now
August 31, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Phoenix Rising FC – DC News Now
September 14, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Birmingham Legion FC – DC News Now
October 8, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Indy Eleven – DC News Now
October 19, 2024: Loudoun United FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds – DCW 50
*Stations are tentative and subject to change
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About Loudoun United FC
Loudoun United FC (LUFC) is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Loudoun County, Virginia. The club plays in the United Soccer League (USL) Championship, one of the most successful professional soccer leagues in the world. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.loudoununitedfc.com.
About Attain Sports
Attain Sports brings a community-focused, values-driven, and player-centric approach to connect diverse groups and create impact through the power of sports. The company is the controlling owner of the United Soccer League (USL) Championship Club, Loudoun United FC. Additionally, Attain Sports owns and manages three baseball teams: the Baltimore Orioles Double-A affiliate Bowie Baysox, the MLB Draft League Frederick Keys, and Atlantic League baseball team, the Spire City Ghost Hounds, based in Frederick, Maryland. For more information, please visit www.attainse.com.
About Nexstar Media Group, Inc. WDCW-TV / WDVM-TV Washington, DC
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
