RCN Corporation Offers ESPN GamePlan as Part of Pay-Per-View Cable Television Service

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RCN Corporation, a leading provider of all-digital and high-definition video services, is currently offering ESPN GamePlan as part of its pay-per-view cable television service. The package, which gives fans access to up to 12 college football games every Saturday, includes games featuring nationally ranked teams with national title implications. RCN customers in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, New York City, Boston, and Chicago can select the package by calling 1-800-RINGRCN or visiting www.rcn.com. The college football season starts on Saturday, September 5.

Key Takeaways:

  • RCN Corporation is offering ESPN GamePlan as part of its pay-per-view cable television service to give fans access to up to 12 college football games every Saturday.
  • The package includes games featuring nationally ranked teams with national title implications from top conferences such as the SEC, ACC, Big East, Big 12, Pac-10, WAC, MAC, and Sun Belt.
  • RCN customers can select the package by calling 1-800-RINGRCN or visiting www.rcn.com.
  • The college football season starts on Saturday, September 5.
  • RCN also offers other sports packages, including MLB Extra Innings, MLS Direct Kick, NHL Center Ice, and international sporting events.
  • RCN has a presence in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley (PA), New York City, Boston, and Chicago.

Statistics:

  • Up to 12 college football games every Saturday are included in the ESPN GamePlan package.
  • Games feature nationally ranked teams with national title implications.
  • The package includes games from top conferences such as the SEC, ACC, Big East, Big 12, Pac-10, WAC, MAC, and Sun Belt.
  • RCN has a presence in 2 major cities: Washington, D.C. and Boston, in addition to 4 other cities.

Sources:

  • RCN Corporation
  • ESPN, Inc.
  • MARKETWIRE via COMTEX (2009)