FloSports and Ohio Athletic Conference Enter Exclusive Media Rights Agreement
FloSports and the Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC) have entered into an exclusive five-year media rights agreement that will begin in the fall of 2025, bringing nine universities to the FloCollege platform.
FloSports and the Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC) have entered into an exclusive five-year media rights agreement that will begin in the fall of 2025, bringing nine universities to the FloCollege platform. Through the agreement, FloSports will provide a global platform to live stream over 1,000 regular-season and postseason events annually. The partnership further reinforces FloSports' commitment to Division III athletics – adding a ninth Division III conference to the portfolio – and the 18th NCAA conference to FloCollege in the fall.
"This partnership with FloSports is an exciting opportunity for the Ohio Athletic Conference," said Bethany Dannelly, Commissioner of the OAC. "FloSports has demonstrated a strong commitment to Division III athletics, and we are proud to team up with a national leader in digital sports media to elevate the visibility of our institutions, our teams, and most importantly, our student-athletes. This partnership also enhances how fans experience OAC athletics and reinforces our commitment to providing a high-quality, student-centered experience."
FloCollege will deliver live and on-demand coverage for the OAC full sports calendar across 23 sports. Beyond live competition, FloSports will also invest in original content and storytelling initiatives online and across social media aimed at elevating the profile of OAC student-athletes and institutions. The OAC joins several of its regular non-conference opponents in partnering with FloSports, the industry leader and primary media rights partner for Division III conferences.
Michael Levy, FloSports SVP of Global Rights & Acquisition, added, "The OAC is one of the most storied conferences in Division III with a tremendous history in athletics. We're excited to elevate exposure for its schools and athletes, while investing in their ability to produce high-quality events."
FloCollege is available on the web and for download on mobile devices (iOS and Android) as well as smart TVs and streaming devices, including Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV. FloSports offers both yearly and monthly subscription options, with discounts available to users with a .edu email address. For more information and to subscribe, please visit https://www.flocollege.com.
Muskingum will make its debut on FloCollege this fall, with all home athletic events streamed live on the platform. The Muskie Sports Network will produce coverage for football, volleyball, men's and women's soccer, men's and women's basketball, wrestling, indoor track & field, STUNT, men's and women's lacrosse, softball, and baseball. To view the complete Muskie athletics schedule, visit fightingmuskies.com.
About FloSports
Founded in 2006, FloSports is a global sports media company delivering live and on-demand event coverage, award winning original content, always-on social experiences, and comprehensive sports data solutions to passionate and underserved sports fans. Its portfolio covers more than 25 different sports categories and includes the top destinations for avid fans seeking unmatched coverage for the sports they love: motorsports (FloRacing), hockey (FloHockey), wrestling (FloWrestling), Jiu-Jitsu (FloGrappling), Track & Field (FloTrack and MileSplit), cheer (FloCheer and Varsity), a variety of NCAA sports (FloCollege), and more. Strategic partnerships with NASCAR, USA Wrestling, High Limit Racing, Varsity Spirit, the American Hockey League (AHL), Wanda Diamond League, Tour de France, 16 NCAA Conferences, and others, fuel more than 40,000 live events streamed annually across the globe and accessed via monthly or annual subscriptions. For more information, please visit: flosports.tv.
About the OAC
The Ohio Athletic Conference is the nation's third-oldest collegiate athletic conference, founded in 1902, and competes in the NCAA's Division III. The conference consists of nine members: Baldwin Wallace University, Capital University, Heidelberg University, Marietta College, University of Mount Union, Muskingum University, Ohio Northern University, Otterbein University and Wilmington College. All nine of the OAC institutions were founded in the 19th century and have long and outstanding academic reputations.
The OAC currently sponsors 23 sports, 12 men's and 11 women's. The athletic competition is viewed not as an end, but as an extension of high educational programs and academic values. While maintaining high academic standards, Ohio Athletic Conference teams and athletes consistently have a great deal of success on a regional and national level.