The deal will lead to the broadcast of more than 1,300 live ACC events per year.
After a report broke on Monday night that ESPN and the Atlantic Coast Conference had reached a deal on a linear ACC Network, ACC commissioner John Swofford kicked off his ACC Kickoff address by formally announcing the deal between the Atlantic Coast Conference and ESPN, which is set to last through 2036.
“We look forward to working with our longtime partners at the ACC to create a network that reflects the depth and quality of its athletes and teams, and serves the fans who passionately support them.