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Indiana Fever and WTHR announce extension of their multi-year broadcast agreement to deliver record number of games to fans

1. TEGNA extends partnership with Indiana Fever for multi-year basketball broadcast agreement. 2. WTHR will air 18 Fever games, boosting accessibility for fans in Indiana. 3. Fever's local viewership increased by 63% compared to national broadcasts last season. 4. 41 out of 44 Fever games will appear on national television this season. 5. Partnership aims to elevate fan engagement with local sports and expand audience.

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The increased sports coverage can enhance viewership and ad revenue for TEGNA. Similar expansions in partnerships have historically led to positive revenue growth for media companies.

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The article highlights a strategic move likely to enhance TGNA's market presence and potential revenue. Partnerships within local sports offer strong advertising opportunities, positively impacting TGNA's financial outlook.

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The sustained partnership and increased games will likely boost long-term fan engagement and revenue. Historical trends show that stronger local sports affiliations can increase digital subscriptions and advertising revenues over time.

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TYSONS, Va. and INDIANAPOLIS, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Indiana Fever and WTHR, the TEGNA owned NBC affiliate in Indianapolis, today announced a multi-year extension of their landmark distribution agreement to deliver more exciting basketball action to central Indiana fans than ever before. WTHR and WALV, TEGNA’s MeTV affiliate, will air 18 games locally, giving fans across central Indiana unprecedented access to watch the Fever in action as they fight for a return to the WNBA playoffs. Last season, WTHR’s coverage elevated Indiana Fever viewership to new heights as the team’s local broadcast home, broadening the fan base beyond hardcore sports enthusiasts. Fever games on WTHR were watched in nearly two-thirds more homes than nationally televised matchups, boasting a 63% household ratings increase over national network games. “With our team’s powerful roster of veteran talent and young stars, we’re positioned to have an unforgettable season, and we look forward to having more fans follow our journey,” said Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines. “WTHR and TEGNA continue to be incredible partners, and together, we’re going to deliver more exciting, fast-paced Fever basketball to households in the Indianapolis region than ever before.” “We’re thrilled to continue growing our outstanding partnership with the Indiana Fever and the WNBA,” said Brad Ramsey, senior vice president media operations, TEGNA. “As we expand our partnerships across sports leagues to offer fans unparalleled access to their favorite teams, we’re excited to collaborate with Pacers Sports & Entertainment to boost enthusiasm and viewership for the Indiana Fever.” “As Indiana’s News Leader, WTHR is excited to work with the Indiana Fever to bring the hottest ticket in town to millions of fans across the region,” said Michael Brouder, president and general manager, WTHR. “We’re proud of our partnership, and the strength we have as a local broadcaster to amplify passion for our hometown team.” The following games will be shown for free over the air on WTHR or WALV: May 20 vs. Atlanta, 7 p.m. ET, WALVMay 22 at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. ET, WTHRMay 28 at Washington, 7:30 p.m. ET, WTHRJune 3 vs. Washington, 7 p.m. ET, WALVJune 10 at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. ET, WALVJune 17 vs. Connecticut, 7 p.m. ET, WALVJune 19 at Golden State, 10 p.m. ET, WTHRJune 24 at Seattle, 10 p.m. ET, WTHRJuly 3 vs. Las Vegas, 7 p.m. ET, WTHRJuly 5 vs. Los Angeles, 7 p.m. ET, WTHRJuly 9 vs. Golden State , Noon ET, WTHRJuly 16 at New York, 7:30 p.m. ET, WTHRJuly 24 vs. Las Vegas, 7 p.m. ET, WTHRAugust 5 at Los Angeles, 10 p.m. ET, WTHRAugust 7 at Phoenix, 10 p.m. ET, WTHRAugust 24 at Minnesota, 7 p.m. ET, WTHRSeptember 2 at Los Angeles, 10 p.m. ET, WTHRSeptember 7 at Washington, 3 p.m. ET, WTHR The Fever recently announced it will have 41 of 44 of its games appear on national television. With all but three games airing nationally, the total marks a franchise high for most national TV games in Fever history as well as the most for a single team in WNBA history. Single-game and group tickets for the 2025 Fever season are now available, with more information at FeverBasketball.com/Tickets. Download the official Indiana Fever App for iOS and Android to stay connected to the team and find out where to watch games. The partnership between the Fever and TEGNA was brokered and negotiated by Dan Granik and David Sternberg of Range Sports, a Division of Range Media Partners, long-time consultants to Pacers Sports & Entertainment. About Pacers Sports & Entertainment Pacers Sports & Entertainment is the corporate identity exemplified by the Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever, Indiana Mad Ants, Pacers Foundation, Inc., and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Its team of inspired and dedicated employees promises to deliver quality entertainment and unparalleled service. About WTHR WTHR is a multimedia news organization and the NBC affiliate in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving the Central Indiana region. The station is owned by TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA). Learn more at WTHR.com. For Pacers Sports & Entertainment media inquiries, contact:Erin WitternVP Earned Media & Corporate CommunicationsO: 317-917-2866 C: 765-618-5339 For TEGNA media inquiries, contact:Molly McMahonSr. Director, Corporate Communications703-873-6440mmcmahon@tegna.com A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/cb13adb9-f9e8-44db-8ae8-c6f12597db8d WTHR and WALV to air 18 Indiana Fever games WTHR and WALV, TEGNA’s MeTV affiliate, will air 18 Indiana Fever games locally in Indianapolis.

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