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Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network launches with Pelicans games as the main attraction

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Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network launches with Pelicans games as the main attraction

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – WVUE-TV is 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’s marque programming will be 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 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 network’s debut game is the Pelicans’ preseason finale against the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m.

The regular season tips off on the Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, when the Pelicans host the Chicago Bulls at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans-Bulls game will simulcast on WVUE FOX 8.

The Pelicans television broadcast team includes Joel Meyers, returning to providing the play-by-play commentary with returning color analyst Antonio Davis.

Andrew Lopez will join as the sideline reporter. For home games, Lopez will also host pregame, halftime, and postgame shows with analyst Wesley Johnson. For away games, Johnson will team up with Erin Summers to host the shows.

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 Gray Media markets including:

Louisiana:

  • 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:

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

Alabama:

  • Mobile – WALA Channel 10.5
  • Birmingham – WBRC Channel 6.3
  • Montgomery – WSFA Channel 12.3
The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network is available free over-the-air with an antenna on 13 Gray Media stations.(Gray Media)

PELICANS HEADLINES

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.”

“The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network is going to provide unique and timely Pelicans content across the network. We look forward to collaborating with the staff at Gray Media to make sure that we are providing our fans with the content they want,” said Pelicans SVP Greg Bensel. “We have always had great content that highlight our players’ personalities both on and off the court and now we have the platform to share it with our fans. We are also looking to work with Gray Media on creating other programming for the network, whether that be Saints or youth sports, such as NFL Flag, Girls Flag and Junior NBA Leagues.”

“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.”

Stay tuned for further updates as we roll out exciting programming and special events. For more information, visit fox8live.com/pelicans.

The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network provides unparalleled access to sports and...
The Gulf Coast Sports & Entertainment Network provides unparalleled access to sports and entertainment for 9.7 million viewers across the Gulf South region. The network’s marquee programming will be New Orleans Pelicans games.(Gray Media)

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