WLOX, Gray Media launch Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network, home of the New Orleans Pelicans

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) – Today, WLOX-TV and Gray Media are excited to announce the launch of The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network, a new 13-station network that will provide unparalleled access to sports and entertainment for 9.7 million viewers across the Gulf South region. The network will be broadcast free over the air in South Mississippi on WLOX 13.6, WTBL 51.3 and on Sparklight Cable channel 29.

The network’s marque programming is the New Orleans Pelicans games. Based out of WVUE-TV in New Orleans, The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network will air 75 of the 82 regular season New Orleans Pelicans games, thanks to Gray Media’s recently announced partnership with the team. This strategic collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering engaging content to our viewers and supporting local sports.

The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network will debut its first Pelicans game on Tuesday, October 15 with the preseason finale against the Houston Rockets at 7 p.m. CT. The regular season begins on Wednesday, October 23 at the Smoothie King Center as the Pelicans host the Chicago Bulls with tipoff at 7 p.m. CT.

In addition to over-the-air availability, The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network will soon be accessible on multiple cable, satellite, and other services, providing even more ways for fans to connect with their favorite teams and entertainment content.

“Gray is committed to bringing local sports and entertainment to our over-the-air viewers,” said Sandy Breland, Gray’s Chief Operating Officer. “We are excited to launch The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network as the new home of the New Orleans Pelicans. Now, Pelicans fans across the Gulf Coast will have an opportunity to enjoy the games and cheer on their team.”

WLOX Vice President and General Manager Rick Williams said, “We are proud to launch the new channel for the viewers here in South Mississippi. This investment demonstrates our ongoing commitment to provide high-quality local and regional programming for South Mississippi viewers.”

The Pelicans television broadcast team includes Joel Meyers, returning to provide the play-by-play commentary along with returning color analyst Antonio Davis. Joining the team as the sideline reporter this season is Antonio Lopez. During home games, Lopez will also host the pregame, halftime and post-game shows along with analyst Wesley Johnson. For away games, Johnson will team up with Erin Summers to host the shows.

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