In the summer of 1978, the Rasmussens, with Eagan and his associate Bob Beyus – who owned a video production company – began to seek out support from cable operators and potential investors …

Aug 21, 2025 · ESPN televises its first NHL game, Washington at Hartford. Programming such as Australian Rules Football, the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Opening Round and the NFL …

Nov 20, 2025 · ESPN, Inc., cable television sports-broadcasting network based in Bristol, Conn. It was launched in 1979 and is one of the largest cable networks in the United States. Its success …

ESPN is a multiplatform sports media company founded in 1979 by Bill Rasmussen, Scott Rasmussen, and Ed Eagan. It is owned by the Walt Disney Company and Hearst Communications. ESPN …

ESPN, Inc., the leading destination for American sports fans, continued its growth in 2002, led by major programming acquisitions and original programs, increased viewership, greater distribution of its …

Mar 19, 2019 · Its programming focuses on sports history, and “classic” games, personalities, and stories from the world of sports, such as shows from the ESPN Big Fights Library.

On September 7, 1979, ESPN made its debut. The very first program? A now-iconic episode of SportsCenter, which became the channel’s flagship show. At first, the network broadcast for only a …

ESPN in History. Important events, famous birthdays and historical deaths from our searchable today in history archives.

Jul 21, 2023 · A complete timeline of ESPN's History from founding to present including key milestones and major events.

The Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN) has become the dominant sports network on cable television. ESPN started when cable television was available to less than 10 percent of the …