Gray Media’s new Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network home to Pelicans games

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network, a new 13-station network, will provide unparalleled access to sports and entertainment for 9.7 million viewers across the Gulf South region. The network’s marque programming is the New Orleans Pelicans games.

In the Mobile-Pensacola area, the network’s offerings will be found over the air on WALA’s Channel 10.5.

Based out of FOX10′s sister station 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 Tuesday, Oct. 15, with the preseason finale against the Houston Rockets at 7 p.m. The regular season begins Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the Smoothie King Center as the Pelicans host the Chicago Bulls with tip-off at 7 p.m.

The network will be available free over the air with an antenna in all affiliate markets, ensuring broad access for all fans. Viewers can look forward to seeing broadcasts in markets including:

Louisiana Gray Media markets

• Alexandria – KLGC Channel 25.2
• Baton Rouge – WAFB Channel 9.3
• Lake Charles – KGCH Channel 32.1
• New Orleans – WVUE Channel 7.1
• Monroe – KCWL Channel 24.1
• Shreveport – KSLA Channel 12.2

Mississippi Gray Media markets

• Biloxi – WTBL Channel 51.3
• Hattiesburg – WLHA Channel 18.2
• Jackson – WLBT Channel 3.3
• Meridian – WOOK Channel 15.5

Alabama Gray Media markets

• Mobile – WALA Channel 10.5
• Birmingham – WBRC Channel 6.3
• Montgomery – WSFA Channel 12.3

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.”

“We are thrilled to launch The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network as the official broadcast partner of the New Orleans Pelicans,” said Mikel Schaefer, vice president and general manager of WVUE-TV. “This network not only showcases local sports but also enhances our commitment to serving the communities across the Gulf South with high-quality entertainment.”

“WALA FOX10 is proud to be part of the new Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network and very excited to bring the New Orleans Pelicans to the Alabama, Northwest Florida Coast,” said Eric Duncan, vice president and general manager at WALA FOX10. “In a world where viewership continues to become more fractured, sports, local news and weather remain constant. The Pelicans will anchor a sports and entertainment channel that will also allow us to tap into great sporting events and programs from the region. Tying GCSEN to the number one news and weather station, WALA FOX10, and the digital and streaming offerings it provides will allow for great marketing opportunities for our partners. We can’t wait to get started and GO PELS!”

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 Andrew 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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