Compass Media to Air Big Ten Tourney Coverage
| RADIO ONLINE | Monday, March 2, 2026 | 2:40pm CT |
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 Compass Media Networks |
Compass Media Networks will provide full, exclusive coverage of the Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament beginning Tuesday, March 10 at 4:45pm ET and concluding with the championship game on Sunday, March 15 at 3pm ET. The six-day tournament will be broadcast live from the United Center in Chicago.
"We cannot wait for tip-off," said Robert Blum, General Manager of Compass Media Networks/Sports. "With the expansion of the Big Ten Tournament the six days will be packed with extremely compelling games that will help power the ratings of our affiliates and dazzle our audience."
Seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry will serve as a color analyst during the tournament. "The Big Ten Conference is stacked with talent as at least eight schools will earn NCAA Tournament bids," Horry said. "We are looking forward to broadcasting these marquee matchups courtside from the United Center in Chicago."
Paul Gregrey, President of Sales and Marketing for Compass Media Networks, said the tournament's fan base provides significant value to sponsors and partners, citing the enthusiasm surrounding the conference's postseason play.
Compass Media Networks' broadcast team will include play-by-play announcers Gregg Daniels, Matt "Money" Smith, Jason Ross Jr., and Andy Masur. Analysts alongside Horry will include Mike Wozniak, Evan Turner, and Tre Demps. Tim Cates will serve as studio host.
The coverage begins March 10 and runs through the championship game on March 15.
