Kentucky vs. Albany, Central Michigan will only air on SEC Network+, ESPN+

MrsTylerKSR

BBN, it’s time to get your streaming setup in order. Kentucky just announced that its games vs. Albany (Nov. 22) and Central Michigan (Nov. 29) will only be on SEC Network+ and ESPN+, digital platforms accessible only through the ESPN app on TV-connected devices (Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, SmartTV, etc.). That means you won’t be able to watch on traditional TV.

Both games will tip off at 7 p.m. at Rupp Arena. Every SEC school has been assigned multiple SECN+ and ESPN+ games this season by the conference and its television partners.

Kentucky Football’s game vs. UT-Chattanooga earlier this year was also streamed exclusively on SEC Network+ and ESPN+. As we learned then, it’s a little bit tricky to find, so here’s a refresher.

How to access SEC Network+

SEC Network+ is not a television channel, so you won’t be able to find it on your channel guide. It can be accessed through the ESPN app on smartphones, tablets, connected streaming services, or via espn.com/watch. SEC Network+ is available to SEC Network authenticated subscribers of:

AT&T TV,
Cox,
DIRECTV,
DISH Network,
fuboTV,
Hulu + Live TV,
Optimum,
Sling TV,
Spectrum TV,
Suddenlink,
Verizon Fios,
Xfinity TV,
YouTube TV,
Vidgo,
members of the NCTC,

…as well as those with access to SEC Network through TV-connected devices.

I don’t have access to the SEC Network. What do I do?

If you do not have access to the SEC Network through your cable provider, you can access the game via ESPN+. ESPN+ requires a standalone subscription separate from your TV provider credentials. It is available to stream through the ESPN app on your favorite connected streaming devices and ESPN.com.

You can sign up for ESPN+ for just $6.99 a month (or $69.99 per year) at ESPN.com, ESPNplus.com, or on the ESPN app (mobile and connected devices). It is also available as part of The Disney Bundle that gives subscribers access to Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu for $13.99/month (Hulu w/ads) or $19.99/month (Hulu w/o ads).

Fans who do not have access to SEC Network+ or ESPN+ are invited to listen to the UK Sports Network radio broadcast for free on the UK Athletics App, on a computer at UKAthletics.com, or on UK Sports Network radio affiliates, including WBUL 98.1 FM/630 WLAP AM in Lexington.

Note: Once in the ESPN app, make sure to select the correct feed. There are two, ESPN+ and SEC Network+.

I give up. Please help.

Simply put, here is how you can watch Kentucky vs. Albany and Central Michigan:

If you have SEC Network through your cable provider: On SEC Network+ through the ESPN app on a connected device.
If you do not have SEC Network through your cable provider, or cable at all: ESPN+ subscription ($6.99/month).
Louisville Media Box, probably

If you’ve still got questions, contact ESPN Customer Care: