SAN JOSE, Calif. – San José State Athletics announces a partnership with NBC Sports California to televise the football game against New Mexico State at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 2 for Hall of Fame Weekend, and will air seven episodes of the newly-formatted All-Access Show called The Charge and the Sammy Awards Show on NBC Sports Bay Area and California.
"Partnering with a premiere network like NBC Sports Bay Area and California is important for SJSU Athletics," said Director of Athletics Jeff Konya. "This gives our fans an opportunity to watch the Spartans and strengthen our brand in one of the top media markets in the country."
"We are committed to bringing Northern California fans compelling sports content across our platforms, so we are excited to partner with SJSU Athletics," said Matt Murphy, SVP and GM for NBC Sports Bay Area and NBC Sports California. "We look forward to showcasing the Spartans this season."
Partnership with NBC Sports Bay Area and NBC Sports California
- First-ever home televised football game for SJSU on NBC Sports California
- The Charge is an in-depth look at SJSU athletics, student-athletes, coaches and staff
- A feature style format that will highlight the 22 varsity sports and nearly 500 student-athletes
- First episode will air in mid-September (date to be determined) on NBC Sports Bay Area
- Compelling stories from the teams as they navigate the season
- Storytelling by current and former student-athletes on past accomplishments
- Behind-the-scenes look at San José State Athletics
- The Sammy Awards is a dedicated awards show to highlight SJSU and student-athletes and will be televised for the first time
- Community service and Beyond Sparta updates
- Tributes to Hall of Fame honorees and Alums that continue to excel in the community
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