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University of Hawaii switches to free over-the-air broadcasts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:30 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

University of Hawaii switches to free over-the-air broadcasts

Summary

The University of Hawaii has announced a shift from Spectrum Sports to Hawaii News Now for its athletic broadcasts. Effective this season, this partnership will enhance accessibility for fans both within Hawaii and beyond, offering 110 home sporting events annually. This includes football, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, volleyball, and select baseball and softball games. The new agreement is expected to increase the university's annual media revenue significantly, while also aligning with broader trends in making college sports more accessible. The changes follow prior adjustments in how Hawaii's games were broadcast.

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Key Details

•New broadcasts effective this season on Hawaii News Now
•Agreement includes 110 home sporting events annually
•Expected annual media revenue increases to $7.5 million
•Transition follows previous changes for accessibility
•Aligns with trends in college sports broadcasting

Latest Updates

10:30 PMYahoo Sports — University of Hawaii leaves Spectrum Sports for free over-the-air broadcasts

What they're saying

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It will be much easier to watch University of Hawaii athletics this season, both in and out of the state. Beginning this season, the University of Hawaii will move its broadcasts from Spectrum Sports to Hawaii News Now, a group of over-the-air stations owned by Gray Media. Gray will also have the opportunity to distribute…
— Yahoo Sports

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