Disney Networks to Provide Exclusive Coverage of WNBA Finals Presented by YouTube TV
September 9, 2022 – Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) News Release
As the exclusive home for the WNBA postseason, Disney Networks will cover every moment of the 2022 WNBA Finals Presented by YouTube TV from opening tip through the awarding of the championship trophy. The best-of-five series, featuring the Las Vegas Aces and the Connecticut Sun, begins Sunday, Sept. 11 at 3 p.m. ET on ABC. For the first time ever, the entire five-game series will air on either ABC or ESPN. The network’s veteran commentator team features play-by-play voice Ryan Ruocco, analyst and Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo, sideline analyst Andraya Carter and reporter Holly Rowe.
Lead WNBA host LaChina Robinson returns to anchor WNBA Countdown presented by Google studio coverage of the Finals on-site at the arena for every game joined by former WNBA head coach Carolyn Peck. Ros Gold-Onwude will also serve as the on-site reporter across ESPN studio shows and platforms.
ESPN’s camera complement will consist of more than 20 cameras, providing coverage from every angle. The production will also be enhanced by in-game audio and other access-driven elements that highlight the players and coaches throughout the Finals. Carter will also utilize enhanced telestration from the sidelines, while Rowe will interview players after the first and third quarters.
ESPN.com’s M.A. Voepel will provide live, on-site coverage throughout the WNBA Finals, with additional reporting from Alexa Philippou and Kevin Pelton. Prior to Game 1, the trio will break down the championship matchup and debate the biggest questions heading into the series. They will continue to profile the most impactful players and coaches and offer analysis throughout the Finals.
ESPN Social will provide on-site coverage throughout the finals. Custom images, player reaction, behind the scenes content and other social executions will be shared across ESPN’s various social platforms.
ESPN’s Around the Rim will continue through the Finals with brand new episodes. Hosted by LaChina Robinson and Terrika Foster-Brasby, the weekly show will highlight the best of each game, break down the matchups, preview the finals and may include special guest. Around the Rim is available on demand via ESPN’s YouTube channel.
WNBA Finals Presented by YouTube TV Television Schedule
Date
Time (ET)
Program
Network
Sun, Sep 11
2:30 p.m.
WNBA Countdown Presented by Google
LaChina Robinson, Carolyn Peck
ESPN2
3 p.m.
Connecticut at Las Vegas
Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, Andraya Carter, Holly Rowe
ABC
Tue, Sep 13
8:30 p.m.
WNBA Countdown Presented by Google
Robinson, Peck
ESPN
9 p.m.
Connecticut at Las Vegas
Ruocco, Lobo, Carter, Rowe
ESPN
Thu, Sep 15
7:30 p.m.
WNBA Hoop Streams Presented by Google
Digital
8:30 p.m.
WNBA Countdown Presented by Google
Robinson, Peck
ESPNEWS
9 p.m.
Las Vegas at Connecticut
Ruocco, Lobo, Carter, Rowe
ESPN
Sun, Sep 18
3 p.m.
WNBA Countdown Presented by Google
Robinson, Peck
ESPN
4 p.m.
Las Vegas at Connecticut
Ruocco, Lobo, Carter, Rowe
ESPN
Tue, Sep 20
8:30 p.m.
WNBA Countdown Presented by Google
LaChina Robinson, Carolyn Peck
ESPN2
9 p.m.
Connecticut at Las Vegas
Ruocco, Lobo, Carter, Rowe
ESPN
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