Time Warner Cable SportsNet & Time Warner Cable Deportes FAQ

Why did the LA Galaxy change broadcast partners?
This deal is groundbreaking, not only for our brand, but for our region, our sport and our industry. In addition to Time Warner Cable SportsNet on the English-language side, Time Warner Cable Deportes, the first Spanish-language regional sports network, gives us a tremendous opportunity to grow our brand while connecting with our fans in a way we’ve never before done. Combine this with the additional Galaxy programming, such as pre- and post-game shows, weekly magazine shows and other on-air elements and this becomes the best deal we could have ever imagined, not only for us, but most importantly, our fans.

Where can I watch LA Galaxy games on TV this season?
In English, KDOC-TV will broadcast the Galaxy’s first 19 local broadcasts. (CHANNEL GUIDE) The first broadcast on Time Warner Cable SportsNet will be on October 21 against the San Jose Earthquakes.  In Spanish, all 14 of the club’s regular season games that are broadcast locally will air on KWHY-TV Channel 22. Click here to view the Galaxy’s full 2012 broadcast schedule.  

Where can I watch the Oct. 21 LA Galaxy game and all locally available games next season?
Starting this October, Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes, broadcasting in English and Spanish respectively, will be the local television homes for the LA Galaxy for the next 10 years. Some Galaxy games will continue to be available via national broadcast. The Oct. 21 game will be available on Time Warner Cable SportsNet.

What channel number will Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes be on my dial?
Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes are just entering discussions with the different providers about channel locations. This information will be announced closer to the network’s launch on October 1 and will include channel numbers for all providers.

How far will the signal for Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes reach? Will I get the networks where I live?
Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes will pursue carriage throughout the Galaxy’s broadcast territory and in all regions that previously broadcast Galaxy games.

Will all games home and away be shown on Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes next season?
Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes will show all locally available LA Galaxy games. There will continue to be exclusive national broadcasts on NBC Sports Channel, ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN2 but Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes will broadcast the majority of Galaxy games, including the club’s friendlies and other non-league matches. All games will be in HD.

Will the same broadcasters and pre-game and post-game talent be used on the new networks starting in October?
On-air talent decisions will be handled closer to the launch of the networks on October 1, in advance of the October 21 game against the San Jose Earthquakes.

Will all the games be shown live?
Yes, all games will be broadcast live. There will also be replays of games shown on Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes.

Are Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes Galaxy-only channels?
There will be extensive Galaxy content all in one place starting in October, something new to Galaxy fans. The two new networks will also provide pre- and post-game shows produced separately in both English and Spanish, behind-the-scenes, personality and classic Galaxy programming and produce daily local sports news and a daily soccer news show. Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes will also air Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Sparks and CIF games as well as other sports including boxing and lucha libre.

Starting in October, will I have to get Time Warner Cable to watch the LA Galaxy?
While Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes, which will carry the LA Galaxy games, will certainly be carried by Time Warner Cable, the company has also begun discussions for carriage with all satellite, cable and telco distributors in the Galaxy territory, which includes all of Southern California, Nevada and Hawaii. That includes Dish Network, DirecTV, etc.

Is Time Warner Cable Deportes an SAP feed?
No, Time Warner Cable Deportes is a stand-alone network with its own dedicated production of game telecasts and other unique content tailored to Spanish-speaking Galaxy fans – not a SAP feed. Time Warner Cable Deportes will feature separate production teams, Spanish-speaking talent and a distinct graphics package.

What else will LA Galaxy fans get with these new networks?

Time Warner Cable SportsNet and Time Warner Cable Deportes are employing the latest technology to give fans on the go the most current coverage and updates in English and Spanish.  Both networks will feature live in-market game streaming to personal computers and mobile devices, and an integrated interactive social media experience catering to the unique passions that make sports a community activity.

Where do I go for more information?
You can read the official press release. You can also email customerservice@lagalaxy.com or visit www.twcsportsnet.com and www.twcdeportes.com.