Gearing Up for an Electrifying College Basketball Season: Xavier Musketeers Unveil Broadcast Schedule

The 2024-25 college basketball season is just around the corner, and fans of the Xavier Musketeers are in for a treat. The university has announced its comprehensive broadcast coverage, ensuring that the team's games will be accessible to viewers across multiple networks.

Catch the Musketeers in Action Nationwide

Extensive National Exposure

Xavier's 2024-25 season will feature a total of 28 games broadcast on national television, with 18 games airing on FS1, four on FOX National, three on CBS Sports Network, and three on Peacock. This extensive coverage will allow fans across the country to follow the Musketeers' journey throughout the season.

Marquee Matchups on the National Stage

The Musketeers' four games on FOX National are particularly noteworthy, as they will be facing off against teams that made the NCAA Tournament last season. These high-profile matchups, including contests against Marquette, reigning champion UConn, and Creighton, will showcase the Musketeers' talent and competitiveness on a national stage.

The Big East's Evolving Broadcast Landscape

The current Big East television deal with Fox Sports is set to expire after this season, paving the way for a new six-year agreement that will see the conference's games aired on Fox Sports, NBC Sports, and TNT Sports starting in the 2025-26 season. While this new deal won't take effect until the following academic year, Peacock will begin its Big East basketball coverage this season, including three Xavier games.

Musketeer Madness: A Preseason Showcase

Fans eager to get a glimpse of the Musketeers' men's and women's teams will have the opportunity to do so at Musketeer Madness, scheduled for Friday, October 18th at the Cintas Center. This free event, presented by Heartland Bank, will feature fan festivities, team introductions, and scrimmages for both squads.

Big East Media Day and the Musketeer Club Season Preview

The excitement continues as the Big East Media Day takes place on October 23rd at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Fans can follow The Enquirer's coverage of this event, where head coaches Sean Miller and Billi Chambers will share their insights on the Musketeers and the conference.Additionally, the annual Musketeer Club season preview show is set for October 24th at the Hofbrauhaus in Newport, Kentucky. Xavier Hall of Famers Byron Larkin and Andy MacWilliams will provide an in-depth analysis of the 2024-25 Musketeers, offering a comprehensive preview of the team's upcoming campaign.With a packed schedule of national television appearances, a preseason showcase, and expert analysis, the Xavier Musketeers are poised to captivate basketball enthusiasts across the country. As the 2024-25 season approaches, fans can look forward to an electrifying and action-packed journey with their beloved Musketeers.