B2 Television to Present National Broadcast of United Bowl
Published on August 11, 2009 under Indoor Football League (IFL) News Release
The Indoor Football League and B2 Networks announced today that the inaugural IFL United Bowl Championship game can be viewed live this Saturday, August 15, on B2 Television in more than 33 million households and 125 markets through a partnership with One World Sports.The contest will also be available via pay per view on B2 Networks and can be accessed at www.b2tv.com beginning at 4pm EDT.
The Intense Conference Champion Billings Outlaws, led by League MVP Chris Dixon, host All-IFL Linebacker Joe Bevis and the United Conference Champion RiverCity Rage live from the Rimrock Auto Arena in Billings, Montana.
"Through our inaugural season here in the IFL, I can't think of two better teams then the Outlaws and Rage to square off for the first ever United Bowl Championship. It will no doubt be an intense matchup that could very well come down to the wire. I am also extremely excited that the loyal fans of the IFL will have the opportunity to watch the game live on B2 Television," said Tommy Benizio, Commissioner of the Indoor Football League.
This event marks the first foray by B2 Television into the fast paced sport of indoor football. B2 Television, a network designed to broadcast live sports and entertainment, is powered by One World Sports. One World Sports airs on America One which has broadcast a multitude of sporting events ranging from The ECHL hockey championship to English Professional Soccer. For station information visit AmericaOne.com.
"Since the successful debut of B2 Television in May, our company has seen the desire of our partners for national TV exposure grow tremendously," said Greg P. Bell, B2 Networks Chairman and CEO. "B2 Television is proud to broadcast the United Bowl to a national TV audience and looks forward to future television opportunities with our partner, One World Sports."
"Championship games always make for great interest and fan support. One World Sports is proud to help bring the excitement of the United Bowl to football fans around the world. This will be our second championship event partnering with B2 Television and fans should expect more big collaborations in the future." said Preston Bornman, One World Sports EVP/COO.
Accent Media, Inc. will be handling live production for the inaugural broadcast of the IFL United Bowl. Adam Steadman, President of Accent Media, has produced events for B2 Networks in the past including Junior A hockey and IFL contests. In 2006, Steadman and his company provided production management and the majority of the videography for the feature length documentary film, "Outlaw Dreams." The film followed the Billings Outlaws from training camp to the team's ultimate victory in the NIFL championship game and premiered in February of 2008.
"Having my company produce this international broadcast is a proud moment for Accent Media." says Steadman. "The Outlaws worked incredibly hard to win the opportunity to host the United Bowl in Billings and being able to produce the biggest game of the season with millions of fans around the world is very exciting."
B2 Networks is a premier provider of reliable and secure international television and pay-per-view broadcasting systems. B2's installed technologies and worldwide network of arenas, stadiums, local venues and data centers are currently in use to distribute live sports and entertainment programming to personal computers, television screens, mobile devices and commercial venues around the world. Working with professional sports leagues, teams, NCAA and NAIA institutions and producers of entertainment programming, B2 Networks has established itself as a leader in innovative global direct to home, mobile and television broadcasting. For the B2 Networks LIVE Programming Guide visit www.b2tv.com or for 24 hour, cable style programming access www.b2cabletv.com.
America One is a national U.S. television network reaching an audience of more than 33 million households in more than 125 markets with a wide range of fresh, high-quality sports and lifestyle content that helps local, network and multi-channel providers maximize existing revenue streams and seize new opportunities from multichannel and IPTV as they emerge. A proven performer owned and operated by a deep team of television industry veterans, America One provides simple, low-cost/low-risk, operating solutions; a flexible advertising platform; and complementary, differentiated content for a diverse consumer audience. For more information, please visit www.AmericaOne.com.
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