Big Ten Network had a record day in its coverage area. In other news, Game 4 of the WNBA Finals had an increase in viewership, and ESPN’s 30 For 30 premiere declined from last year.
Big Ten Network Has Record Day
- Big Ten Network averaged a 2.04 rating in its 12 home markets on Saturday, the highest total day mark in network history. Maryland/Ohio State led the way with a 2.6 rating, followed by Michigan/Northwestern with a 2.3 and Michigan State/Rutgers with a 1.7. Equivalent national numbers were not available. (BTN)
WNBA Finals Up From Last Game 4
- Game 4 of the Lynx/Fever WNBA Finals drew 493,000 viewers on ESPN Sunday night, up 14% from the same matchup in 2012 but down 26% from Mercury/Fever in 2009 (670K), the last two series to go at least four games. (via Sports TV Ratings)
ESPN 30 For 30 Premiere Down
- The ESPN documentary Trojan War, the season premiere of the network’s 30 For 30 series, drew 941,000 viewers Tuesday night — down 32% from last year’s fall premiere, Playing For the Mob (1.3M). The telecast faced tougher competition than last year, as viewership for competing MLB playoff coverage increased by 62%. (via ShowBuzz Daily)
