ESPN is an American -based global cable and satellite television channel that focuses on sports -related programming. ESPN was founded by Bill Rasmussen, his son Scott Rasmussen, and 43 year old eye …

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 Draft …

Jan 2, 2026 · New England sports announcer William Rasmussen founded ESPN to broadcast New England Whalers hockey games and University of Connecticut sports events. It was purchased by the …

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 provides …

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 …

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ESPN was founded in 1979 by Bill Rasmussen and his son Scott, initially as the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network, launching on September 7 from a small studio in Bristol, Connecticut.

Sep 7, 2025 · Today marks the 46th anniversary of a pivotal moment in television history: the launch of ESPN, the Entertainment and Sports Programming Network, on September 7, 1979.

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

It was founded on September 7, 1979 by Bill Rasmussen, Scott Rasmussen and Ed Eagan. [2] ESPN broadcasts primarily from studio facilities located in Bristol, Connecticut and also operates offices …