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Caitlin Clark’s impact shown in latest WNBA ratings, but other players are also making an impact

The WNBA ratings rise is about more than just Clark.

WNBA on Ion tops one million viewers for first time

The WNBA is smashing records on Ion.

Scripps Sports announces NWSL on ION plans, including talent for league’s first weekly studio shows

Scripps Sports has released their NWSL studio and match broadcast lineups.

Scripps Sports’ Brian Lawlor talks one-year anniversary: ‘You’ve got to go where there’s opportunity.’

"I think you'll see us continuing to acquire sports rights."

NWSL announces new media rights deals, reportedly paying $60 million annually

The NWSL's new media rights deals have finally been announced.

WNBA and Scripps reveal ION-specific data, cite ‘higher heights’

"New fans found us. Faithful fans embraced the appointment viewing. This success is only going to grow in the future."

Scripps Sports president claims company has contingency deals in place with teams in case more Bally Sports RSNs fall

Despite only inking deals with two teams so far, Scripps Sports claims it has contingency deals already in place with several more.

WNBA’s national TV viewership was up more than 20 percent over last season

The league said it had the most total unique viewers since 2008.

WNBA on ION outdraws LIV Golf on The CW

Though the two sports didn't go head to head, the WNBA drew more viewers.

State Farm will be the title sponsor of ION’s WNBA Friday Night Spotlight

"We are constantly looking for ways to elevate women in sports, and WNBA Friday Night Showcase on ION will bring the excitement of women’s basketball to even more people."

WNBA deal with Scripps Sports is a winning formula for both sides

How Scripps treats the WNBA may not be the lead storyline in 2023, but it’ll be just as important as any game we see all season.

Scripps CEO: We’re ‘ready to do a deal’ with MLB teams

"Where we think there’s a fit with our local footprint and league or a series of teams, we’re absolutely ready to do a deal."

WNBA signs media rights deal with Scripps, bringing 15 Friday night games to ION

Scripps Sports' first national media rights deal is with the WNBA.

Scripps Sports’ phone ‘ringing off the hook’ amidst RSN implosion

“We see the right live sports as an unparalleled opportunity to drive the value of our linear television streams even higher."

Scripps needs to rebuild ION Television for Scripps Sports to succeed

While there is potential in Scripps Sports, ION's broadcast strategy will need to be revamped for it to succeed.

E.W. Scripps Co. launches Scripps Sports, is interested in local and national sports rights

A new player is entering the market for local sports.