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SEC Network/sports networks
NYIceQueen
Enthusiast - Level 3
‎03-02-2012 01:27 PM

I know that down south SEC Network is offered; however, considering you offer the Big 10 network and the Longhorn network nationwide I don't see how a network for such a huge fanbase isn't offered.  Especially for the Ultimate Package.  Can we please get more sports channels, especially in HD?  

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hallrk
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In response to Hubrisnxs
‎09-03-2014 06:04 AM

The overflow channel for the football games this week on the SEC Network will be channel 332 per this article. They are carrying two games at the same time at noon,4 pm and 7:30 pm. 

http://secsports.go.com/article/11455542

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uaphan
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‎08-20-2014 12:34 PM
I called the number AggieDoc posted as well and got the same standard answer. One thing Verizon must do very well is train their employees to not give ANY info on this channel and to ALWAYS say the same canned response. Hopefully someone can break one of them and get an actual answer!!
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Shane007
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In response to uaphan
‎08-20-2014 01:29 PM

They're simply holding us in suspense.   I'm confident they'll get it done..........

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SECFanUpEast
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In response to Shane007
‎08-20-2014 02:18 PM
@Shane007 wrote:

They're simply holding us in suspense.   I'm confident they'll get it done..........

Yes if you can wait until basketball season Smiley Tongue

WIsh I could share your confidence... if the deal doesn't make sense before 8/14, I'm not sure how it all of a sudden makes sense two weeks later. Hope I'm wrong, but just sayin...

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medeski7
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In response to Shane007
‎08-20-2014 02:25 PM

Don't be confident.  If the PAC-12 Network has taught us anything, it's never rely on Verizon when they say negotiations are ongoing. 

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uaphan
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In response to medeski7
‎08-20-2014 02:34 PM

I am losing confidence more and more as each day goes by. I am holding out hope that they announce something next Wednesday or Thursday just in time but am losing hope. This is ridiculous to make your customers wait and wait, and to not communicate anything is just poor customer service and shows how little Verizon cares about us. 

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Shane007
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In response to uaphan
‎08-20-2014 03:27 PM

well.... not a good substitute, but... we've always got ESPN 360........

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JnyReb
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In response to Shane007
‎08-20-2014 04:32 PM

http://www.teamspeedkills.com/2014/8/19/6044761/verizons-gambit

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SECFanUpEast
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In response to Shane007
‎08-20-2014 05:43 PM
@Shane007 wrote:

well.... not a good substitute, but... we've always got ESPN 360........

Right but I don't think ESPN 360/Watch ESPN will work for SEC Network content unless Verizon carries it. 

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hallrk
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In response to SECFanUpEast
‎08-21-2014 06:08 AM
@SECFanUpEast wrote:
@Shane007 wrote:

well.... not a good substitute, but... we've always got ESPN 360........

Right but I don't think ESPN 360/Watch ESPN will work for SEC Network content unless Verizon carries it. 

No it does not work. Your TV provider has to be carrying the SEC Network in order for you to see on ESPN Watch.

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wpaisley
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‎08-21-2014 05:02 AM

As the only major provider that has not yet signed a contract for the SEC network, can anyone from Verizon tell me when they ar egoing to pull their heads out of their caboose and get this done?  Seriously. 

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uaphan
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‎08-21-2014 06:21 AM
Does this mean Verizon will offer the network in ALL markets? If not then this does me no good.
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jmathwig
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In response to uaphan
‎08-21-2014 06:25 AM

After reading it again, the article says that SEC Network will be on an expanded Basic tier within SEC states. Perhaps, outside of this area, SEC Network will be available on a higher tier package. That's what I'm thinking (hoping) will happen.

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hallrk
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In response to jmathwig
‎08-21-2014 06:31 AM
@jmathwig wrote:

After reading it again, the article says that SEC Network will be on an expanded Basic tier within SEC states. Perhaps, outside of this area, SEC Network will be available on a higher tier package. That's what I'm thinking (hoping) will happen.

After re-reading that I believe you are correct. I have the Ultimate package so I should be good to get it. I just wish they could have had it last weekend. I missed three UK basketball games. But still happy as they look like they will be carrying it when the regular season begins. 

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OrangeRev
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In response to jmathwig
‎08-21-2014 06:44 AM
@jmathwig wrote:

After reading it again, the article says that SEC Network will be on an expanded Basic tier within SEC states. Perhaps, outside of this area, SEC Network will be available on a higher tier package. That's what I'm thinking (hoping) will happen.

I don't think Verizon appreciates that much of the mid-Atlantic is teeming with SEC graduates who are passionate about their schools.  I see more Florida, Auburn, Tennessee, and Georgia tags/stickers/emblems than from ACC schools like Va Tech, UVA, Maryland, etc.

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NTXDFW
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In response to OrangeRev
‎08-21-2014 06:48 AM

I knew Verizon would pick them up eventually, it wasn't in the channel line up as of this morning. 

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sportsdoc
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In response to OrangeRev
‎08-21-2014 08:59 AM

Come on Verizon, don't be stupid! Add the SEC Network everywhere, the Mid-Atlantic area is loaded with SEC alums and fans. Many of the posts on this Forum over the past few weeks are from this Region! You can pull the Longhorn channel if you have to! Give all of us the SEC!!!!!

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jalix
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In response to sportsdoc
‎08-21-2014 09:56 AM

I just called Verizon and was told it does not look like they will be getting it. I am not cancelling my Brighthouse appointment for Monday yet.

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jmathwig
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In response to jalix
‎08-21-2014 10:11 AM

Some clarification from the author:

SBD: Verizon Fios agrees to carry SEC Network; 9 of top 10 distributors carry the week-old channel. http://t.co/z7NswD5V1r

— John Ourand (@Ourand_SBJ) August 21, 2014

@Ourand_SBJ Re: Fios and SEC Network. To clarify, will people outside the SEC footprint have the channel on a higher tier package?

— (@jtmathwig) August 21, 2014

@jtmathwig Correct. I don't know what tier it will be on outside SEC territory

— John Ourand (@Ourand_SBJ) August 21, 2014
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dorjwill
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‎08-21-2014 06:34 AM

Any idea when it may actually appear on the system.  I have no idea how a channel rollout is handled.

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hallrk
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In response to dorjwill
‎08-21-2014 08:25 AM
@dorjwill wrote:

Any idea when it may actually appear on the system.  I have no idea how a channel rollout is handled.

It seems when they switch channels or add new ones it is done increments around the country. Some places may see it before others. My guess is they willl start rolling it out next week and have it to everyone by Thursday the 28th. That's the first football game on the network. 

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medeski7
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‎08-21-2014 06:50 AM

Personally, I think it goes to the entire subscriber base on the basic plan.  It's cheaper for Verizon to carry the package for out-of-footprint subscribers.  Thus, I don't see the logic in forcing those outside the footprint to pay more.

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