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Post by LTfan on Sept 16, 2022 10:34:42 GMT
Following a successful 2 year deal, the BBL and Sky agreed a 1 year extension to the contract for the 2022/23 season.
Buzz16 will continue as the production partner producing the coverage.
Games will be broadcast on Sky Sports Arena and/or Sky Sports Mix, as well as for FREE on the Sky Sports YouTube channel.
Here's a list of the current schedule of games until the end of the year. More games will be announced in due course.
23/09/2022 Sheffield v London
30/09/2022 London v Leicester
07/10/2022 Manchester v Cheshire
14/10/2022 Sheffield v Newcastle
21/10/2022 London v Cheshire
28/10/2022 Newcastle v Plymouth
04/11/2022 Newcastle v Surrey
18/11/2022 Leicester v Sheffield
02/12/2022 Newcastle v Cheshire
09/12/2022 Leicester v Caledonia
16/12/2022 London v Bristol
23/12/2022 Manchester v Leicester
This season coverage will start Fridays at 7:30pm (not 7pm), with tip off for these games at 7:45pm.
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Post by SamH on Sept 16, 2022 15:11:06 GMT
I would be interested to know what measurements were used to deem the last 2 years 'successful'
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Post by LTfan on Sept 16, 2022 18:50:14 GMT
I would be interested to know what measurements were used to deem the last 2 years 'successful' I’d love to say it’s been a ratings success, but the truth is that the BBL essentially covers the production costs, so Sky Sports get the coverage for very little cost and in return the BBL get national television exposure. And both Sky and the BBL were happy for that arrangement to continue for another year. |
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Post by erj14 on Sept 16, 2022 23:10:34 GMT
I would be interested to know what measurements were used to deem the last 2 years 'successful' It's brought a level of production and storytelling never before seen in the BBL? No idea on viewing figures, but it's certainly added to my enjoyment in watching the league. |
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Post by SamH on Sept 17, 2022 1:54:36 GMT
The reason I mentioned it is because over the years Sky seem to have picked up and dropped the BBL a couple of times, as if they can't quite make up their mind about it. So obviously in the past they've decided it wasn't successful, even if it wasn't costing them anything to air. Obviously good that this time they felt it was worth continuing on with but I just wonder what was different to the past when they've kicked it to the kerb.
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Post by erj14 on Sept 17, 2022 8:40:49 GMT
The reason I mentioned it is because over the years Sky seem to have picked up and dropped the BBL a couple of times, as if they can't quite make up their mind about it. So obviously in the past they've decided it wasn't successful, even if it wasn't costing them anything to air. Obviously good that this time they felt it was worth continuing on with but I just wonder what was different to the past when they've kicked it to the kerb. Yeah, I get that. It was my worry too when the Sky deal was first announced. I remember previous Sky broadcasts being a quick intro from Dan Routledge then straight in to the game and then at the end a quick look at the league table. Nothing against anyone involved, but it was only really serving an existing BBL fan. But, they've done what I consider to be an amazing job in elevating the league, its teams and its players. The half hour build up, half time show and post game analysis really helps bring context to the potential BBL fan and existing BBL fans too. I think it's really important the viewer understands what the game they're watching means at that moment, rather than just taking a random game of basketball in isolation. That's important for all sports, to build that narrative otherwise you'll only ever attract the hard-core fans of that particular sport. My enjoyment of watching Eagles games in person has been enhanced as I already have an opinion of other teams/players/coaches before they come and play us. I really think it's one of the keys to the BBL moving forward. Hopefully this level of effort demonstrates a certain level of commitment from Sky. Ultimately it'll have to pay off in £s though! |
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Post by dandayr on Sept 17, 2022 21:19:55 GMT
disappointing to see Glasgow dropped from the venues they feel are suitable to broadcast from.
hope it is just because previous owner was pushing to takeover a venue that would not be suitable for tv broadcasts and now there is new management and I believe commitment to emirates for the 22/23 season that may be reviewed.
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Post by LTfan on Sept 21, 2022 11:17:48 GMT
The reason I mentioned it is because over the years Sky seem to have picked up and dropped the BBL a couple of times, as if they can't quite make up their mind about it. So obviously in the past they've decided it wasn't successful, even if it wasn't costing them anything to air. Obviously good that this time they felt it was worth continuing on with but I just wonder what was different to the past when they've kicked it to the kerb. A big difference between today and the late 90s is that Sky Sports doesn’t have the monopoly, and therefore status, it once did. These days there are a multitude of sports channels, so all of them – including Sky, are having to broaden their horizons. Which is great, because it means there’s a need for more sport to fill the schedules, so things like British basketball are getting opportunities they previously wouldn’t have. And Sky appear to know they don’t have the vice-like grip on the ever popular football that they once did, so they’re spending a bit of time and effort in helping build popularity in other sports they broadcast, which is great for the like of the BBL. But make no mistake, it’s a fine balance. Sky are happy to partner with, and help build the popularity of, the likes of British basketball… but only to the extent that works for them. In other words, they’re happy to have weekly coverage on their schedules for as long as it’s not costing them much. The BBL are in no position (yet) to start demanding more money from Sky with each passing season. But fortunately the BBL know this, and what we have is a relationship that works for both Sky and the BBL at this moment in time. |
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Post by LTfan on Sept 21, 2022 11:33:58 GMT
The reason I mentioned it is because over the years Sky seem to have picked up and dropped the BBL a couple of times, as if they can't quite make up their mind about it. So obviously in the past they've decided it wasn't successful, even if it wasn't costing them anything to air. Obviously good that this time they felt it was worth continuing on with but I just wonder what was different to the past when they've kicked it to the kerb. Yeah, I get that. It was my worry too when the Sky deal was first announced. I remember previous Sky broadcasts being a quick intro from Dan Routledge then straight in to the game and then at the end a quick look at the league table. Nothing against anyone involved, but it was only really serving an existing BBL fan. But, they've done what I consider to be an amazing job in elevating the league, its teams and its players. The half hour build up, half time show and post game analysis really helps bring context to the potential BBL fan and existing BBL fans too. I think it's really important the viewer understands what the game they're watching means at that moment, rather than just taking a random game of basketball in isolation. That's important for all sports, to build that narrative otherwise you'll only ever attract the hard-core fans of that particular sport. My enjoyment of watching Eagles games in person has been enhanced as I already have an opinion of other teams/players/coaches before they come and play us. I really think it's one of the keys to the BBL moving forward. Hopefully this level of effort demonstrates a certain level of commitment from Sky. Ultimately it'll have to pay off in £s though! You’re crediting Sky, which isn’t entirely right. Yes, credit is due to Sky for providing a platform for the BBL, with weekly coverage not entering a third season. But more credit is due to Buzz16 and the BBL. Credit to Buzz16 as they’re the ones who produce the excellent coverage every week – Sky simply broadcast it. It’s Buzz16’s first attempt at live sports coverage, so they’re going all out in doing the best job they can, using it essentially as a showreel to hopefully attract more live coverage work for them. Credit to the BBL for having the foresight that sometimes you have to spend money to make money. There’s nothing wrong with covering production costs and giving the coverage away for essentially nothing if it’s going to increase awareness/popularity of the league in the long run. It’s something even the NFL do here in the UK, previously with the BBC and now with ITV and Channel 5. It’s also something the NBA are getting all wrong… simply demanding money from broadcasters isn’t always the best approach. Finally credit to Paul Blake, who played a major role in getting the BBL, Buzz16 and Sky in a relationship together where they are all benefiting one way or another. |
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Post by dexter on Sept 24, 2022 11:33:15 GMT
disappointing to see Glasgow dropped from the venues they feel are suitable to broadcast from. hope it is just because previous owner was pushing to takeover a venue that would not be suitable for tv broadcasts and now there is new management and I believe commitment to emirates for the 22/23 season that may be reviewed. In my opinion they have chosen the 5 best venues to broadcast from, purely as a neutral viewer. If they had chosen 6 venues I expect Emirates Arena would have been the other one. The extra journey to Scotland could have been a factor too. |
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Post by spacejammer on Sept 24, 2022 13:56:56 GMT
To be honest so far the Sky coverage is something that I think the BBL has been getting consistently right.
Last night I felt that it was even better quality as well which is a really positive sign.
If they just had more franchises to expand on then the coverage could be an even bigger hit.
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Post by dexter on Jan 7, 2023 9:06:38 GMT
From what I’ve seen it doesn’t look like Sky Sports is showing regular season BBL games anymore this season (hopefully I’m wrong) but they will be broadcasting the Cup finals, trophy finals and playoff finals. Men’s and women’s. Maybe they will show the playoffs too, not just the final.
They also broadcast plenty of NBA including the playoffs. I think they just don’t have the space for any more basketball.
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Post by spacejammer on Jan 7, 2023 11:13:26 GMT
From what I’ve seen it doesn’t look like Sky Sports is showing regular season BBL games anymore this season (hopefully I’m wrong) but they will be broadcasting the Cup finals, trophy finals and playoff finals. Men’s and women’s. Maybe they will show the playoffs too, not just the final. They also broadcast plenty of NBA including the playoffs. I think they just don’t have the space for any more basketball. I'm hoping your wrong although I am finding it unusual that theirs no announcement anywhere as to when the next game is. They've clearly put the effort into "Know our name" and I was hoping we would at least get to the end of the season. Otherwise 777 might see this as an issue if they cannot get the league on to terrestrial TV. |
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Post by tony on Jan 7, 2023 11:18:06 GMT
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Post by dexter on Jan 7, 2023 11:30:35 GMT
Thank you, so it is just the finals then. Nothing planned for the playoffs. |
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Post by milehigh on Jan 7, 2023 19:25:16 GMT
As the line up and schedule for the play-offs isn't know yet it's very hard to publish a broadcast schedule for those games.
Sky also need to balance the costs of producing the coverage against the subscriber and advertiser revenue they gain from showing the games.
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Post by spacejammer on Jan 7, 2023 19:58:37 GMT
That's pretty poor let's be honest. Surely after weeks of regular coverage the BBL isn't going to settle for just showing the finals games. Whilst I understand the league may seem like it is already over and done. If they're wanting to raise brand awareness then they need to keep on showing regular coverage. |
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Post by dandayr on Jan 7, 2023 20:20:50 GMT
not sure why the chomping the gums here - the original posr on the sky coverahe seemed pretty clear:
SKY SCHEDULE (ADDITIONAL GAMES TBC IN DUE COURSE):
They listed the games and dates they knew about and put a caveat of additional games tbc in due course.
Football decides its games as the season develops, seems right for basketball to do the same
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Post by spacejammer on Jan 7, 2023 22:02:16 GMT
not sure why the chomping the gums here - the original posr on the sky coverahe seemed pretty clear: SKY SCHEDULE (ADDITIONAL GAMES TBC IN DUE COURSE): They listed the games and dates they knew about and put a caveat of additional games tbc in due course. Football decides its games as the season develops, seems right for basketball to do the same But last season they changed some scheduled games towards the end of the season. As I remember at the beginning of April they were meant to go with Flyers vs Lions and in the end decided to showcase Eagles vs Riders for the 3rd time that season. Which I wouldn't have minded if it was meant to be a tittle decider or competitive game. Yet despite the previous 2 tv games being blow out wins to Leicester I had no idea who thought that was a good idea to showcase. Although if teams are set to play 4 times in the league then I was hoping sky will be able to get more mix and match ups showcased as well. |
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Post by erj14 on Jan 8, 2023 0:09:12 GMT
not sure why the chomping the gums here - the original posr on the sky coverahe seemed pretty clear: SKY SCHEDULE (ADDITIONAL GAMES TBC IN DUE COURSE): They listed the games and dates they knew about and put a caveat of additional games tbc in due course. Football decides its games as the season develops, seems right for basketball to do the same But last season they changed some scheduled games towards the end of the season. As I remember at the beginning of April they were meant to go with Flyers vs Lions and in the end decided to showcase Eagles vs Riders for the 3rd time that season. Which I wouldn't have minded if it was meant to be a tittle decider or competitive game. Yet despite the previous 2 tv games being blow out wins to Leicester I had no idea who thought that was a good idea to showcase. Although if teams are set to play 4 times in the league then I was hoping sky will be able to get more mix and match ups showcased as well. It's not that simple when it comes to 'mixing up the games'. There are only 7 teams allowed to host Sky games (Cheshire, Surrey and Bristol just can't handle the infrastructure, plus thier venues don't exactly look great on tv). Then you have the Sky slot being Friday nights, that essentially rules out Plymouth (play most of their home games on a Sunday). Also because only Leicester and Newcastle own their arenas, there can be other scheduling clashes with other events. That's why we tend to end up with a lot of Newcastle and Leicester home games on Sky. |
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