First day of SEC Network - marathon of classic Alabama victories

The Six · « **on:** July 26, 2014, 02:27:56 PM »

As if there was any doubt left...

First day of SEC Network programming to feature marathon of classic Alabama victories

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The network will broadcast 67 "classic" football games in its first two weeks..the first four of which will be...Alabama victories.

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2014/07/first_day_of_sec_network_progr.html#incart_m-rpt-2

bgreene · « **Reply #1 on:** July 26, 2014, 02:47:56 PM »

What channel will it be for comcast in Alabama?

The Six · « **Reply #2 on:** July 26, 2014, 03:03:31 PM »

Quote from: bgreene on July 26, 2014, 02:47:56 PM

What channel will it be for comcast in Alabama?

jmar · « **Reply #3 on:** July 26, 2014, 03:26:04 PM »

Quote from: TheSix on July 26, 2014, 02:27:56 PM

As if there was any doubt left...

First day of SEC Network programming to feature marathon of classic Alabama victories

http://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2014/07/first_day_of_sec_network_progr.html#incart_m-rpt-2

I went with the supreme package and added the Saban Channel.

DnATL · « **Reply #4 on:** July 26, 2014, 07:55:26 PM »

Quote from: jmar on July 26, 2014, 03:26:04 PM

I went with the supreme package and added the Saban Channel.

Been available for years, on shortwave radio of course

The Six · « **Reply #5 on:** July 26, 2014, 08:20:03 PM »

Quote from: DnATL on July 26, 2014, 07:55:26 PM

Been available for years, on shortwave radio of course

The Prowler · « **Reply #6 on:** July 27, 2014, 03:43:17 AM »

Aaand that's why I didn't give a fuck that Direct TV wasn't carrying it...because, I couldn't care less what the "experts" say.

jmar · « **Reply #7 on:** July 27, 2014, 11:38:22 AM »

At&t and Direct TV are at least partnering in order to extend their coverage area. The catch is a two year commitment that balloons in year two.

dallaswareagle · « **Reply #8 on:** July 29, 2014, 09:51:29 AM »

from DTV: When I asked about the SEC network.

Weâ€™re in the middle of productive discussions with Disney over ESPNâ€™s new SEC Network and hope to be able to provide it as soon as we possibly can. Both DIRECTV and Disney understand and appreciate the unique bond between SEC teams and the communities they represent, many of which lack any professional teams. We are working cooperatively to ensure that everyone can still see their favorite SEC team play at the most reasonable value to all SEC fans and the rest of our customers throughout the Southeast.

For more information please visit directvpromise.com.

Sincerely,
DIRECTV Customer Care

Kaos · « **Reply #9 on:** July 29, 2014, 11:09:57 AM »

I called and complained. Wasn't going to change but asked them to give me reasons to stay.

I got some free movies, some added channels and a reduction in the monthly rate for a good amount of time.

dallaswareagle · « **Reply #10 on:** July 29, 2014, 11:33:03 AM »

Quote from: Kaos on July 29, 2014, 11:09:57 AM

I called and complained. Wasn't going to change but asked them to give me reasons to stay.

I got some free movies, some added channels and a reduction in the monthly rate for a good amount of time.

Just came off my reduction, I call every Jan to bitch about rates, etc, get $15.00 to $20.00 off for 6 months and get told what a great customer I am.

GH2001 · « **Reply #11 on:** July 29, 2014, 02:31:27 PM »

Quote from: Kaos on July 29, 2014, 11:09:57 AM

I called and complained. Wasn't going to change but asked them to give me reasons to stay.

I got some free movies, some added channels and a reduction in the monthly rate for a good amount of time.

You did this recently? I may try it just to get some free shit.

WiregrassTiger · « **Reply #12 on:** July 29, 2014, 02:36:34 PM »

I gotta have it. I think I'm Direct now. Hated Comcast but I will have to see what other options I have. ATT guy told me I was a mile out of U-verse area, so I need to scramble.

With my luck, I pay twice what I pay now and it ends up being a 24/7 Bama network. Like ESPN in football season.

AUChizad · « **Reply #13 on:** August 01, 2014, 03:54:15 PM »

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@JHokanson
ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPN Deportes, ESPNEWS, ESPN Classic, ESPN3 - that's seven. SEC Network is eight. We did it, ESPN Ocho is a real thing.

I will be referring to it as "The Ocho" from this point forward.

jmar · « **Reply #14 on:** August 01, 2014, 04:19:27 PM »

Quote from: WiregrassTiger on July 29, 2014, 02:36:34 PM

I gotta have it. I think I'm Direct now. Hated Comcast but I will have to see what other options I have. ATT guy told me I was a mile out of U-verse area, so I need to scramble.

With my luck, I pay twice what I pay now and it ends up being a 24/7 Bama network. Like ESPN in football season.

Although I have Dish, I had At&t serviceman replace my modem for uverse and he said that they have a working relationship with Direct TV but they don't work on one another's equipment. Had Direct TV two years ago and without warning the fuckers reduced the selections by 20% or so and billed me as normal.

Kaos · « **Reply #15 on:** August 02, 2014, 09:13:13 AM »

Quote from: GH2001 on July 29, 2014, 02:31:27 PM

You did this recently? I may try it just to get some free shit.

Did it July 29.

Worked so well I did it with sirius, August 1. My "trial subscription" that came with my new car had expired. They turned off my service so I called to get it reinstated. Got some Russian chick who told me it was "One ninah nine" for the year. After a few moments of debate during which I was a real smart ass I told her they she clearly didn't have the authority to solve my problem so get me to a supervisor. I got Mufasa. His name was Mufasa.

I told him I enjoyed satellite radio and was willing to pay $49 for the year. He countered with $139. We finally agreed on $59. I just kept telling him no to every offer. And he made a number of them that reduced the number of channels or shortened the term. No. All channels, one year $49. 50. No more than $55. Ok if you can agree to 59 we have a deal.

Took me 30 minutes but saved me $140.

Now about this $400 power bill.....

AUChizad · « **Reply #16 on:** August 02, 2014, 02:32:05 PM »

Quote from: Kaos on August 02, 2014, 09:13:13 AM

Did it July 29.

Worked so well I did it with sirius, August 1. My "trial subscription" that came with my new car had expired. They turned off my service so I called to get it reinstated. Got some Russian chick who told me it was "One ninah nine" for the year. After a few moments of debate during which I was a real smart ass I told her they she clearly didn't have the authority to solve my problem so get me to a supervisor. I got Mufasa. His name was Mufasa.

I told him I enjoyed satellite radio and was willing to pay $49 for the year. He countered with $139. We finally agreed on $59. I just kept telling him no to every offer. And he made a number of them that reduced the number of channels or shortened the term. No. All channels, one year $49. 50. No more than $55. Ok if you can agree to 59 we have a deal.

Took me 30 minutes but saved me $140.

Now about this $400 power bill.....

I got like 3 months of Showtime, all Sports channels, including NFL Red Zone, etc. for free.

I did this because, hey, free shit. But I'm 99.9% positive they will have SEC network at launch.

DnATL · « **Reply #17 on:** August 02, 2014, 05:12:47 PM »

Quote from: AUChizad on August 02, 2014, 02:32:05 PM

I got like 3 months of Showtime, all Sports channels, including NFL Red Zone, etc. for free.

I did this because, hey, free shit. But I'm 99.9% positive they will have SEC network at launch.

You probably just spliced into your neighbor's cable

RWS · « **Reply #18 on:** August 04, 2014, 07:17:53 PM »

DirecTV and the SEC Network reached a deal today. It will supposedly be on channel 611 on August 14th.

Townhallsavoy · « **Reply #19 on:** August 04, 2014, 08:43:25 PM »

Quote from: RWS on August 04, 2014, 07:17:53 PM

DirecTV and the SEC Network reached a deal today. It will supposedly be on channel 611 on August 14th.

For what package?