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UTEP JOINS THE CSTV ONLINE NETWORK AND RE-LAUNCHES OFFCIAL MINERS ATHLETIC WEB SITE
Aug. 2, 2007 EL PASO, TX and NEW YORK (August 2, 2007) - CSTV and the Miner ISP Sports Network announced jointly today that the University of Texas, El Paso has become an official partner of the CSTV Online Network. CSTV will operate UTEP's official athletics Web site, http://UTEPAthletics.cstv.com, providing fans comprehensive coverage of all Miners sports. The fully revamped Web site and features an improved design including CSTV's All-Access streaming audio-video application, MINERS ALL-ACCESS, bringing fans closer than ever to their favorite UTEP teams and sports. The Miners broadband channel is an online subscription service featuring the most in-depth coverage of UTEP sports through exclusive audio and video content. For more information, and to subscribe to MINERS ALL ACCESS, log on to UTEPAthletics.cstv.com. "After a thorough analysis of online partners, we wanted to be with the provider that is ahead of the curve in terms of technology and revenue generation opportunities," said Brian Wickstrom, Senior Associate Athletics Director. "Signing with CSTV also allows us to be united with our Conference USA teammates. We are excited for our fans, alumni, and friends across the globe to follow the Miners around the clock." Together, CSTV and UTEP will bring fans of Miners sports content across multiple platforms, including CSTV, which broadcast the action of all Conference USA men's and women's NCAA sports. With the addition of UTEP, CSTV now operates all 12 of the athletic Web sites of member institutions that make up Conference USA. In addition to Miners All-Access, UTEPAthletics.com features rotating stories and a wider photo layout than had previously been available, on the front page. The new-and-improved Miners Web site also takes advantage of a number of CSTV.com online features, including its exclusive GameTrackerTM technology, allowing fans to follow live simulated game action, details and full play-by-play of their favorite teams. Furthermore, the Web site will receive CSTV's industry-leading online and new media solutions, including access to CSTV2Go mobile and podcasting. About CSTV Networks CSTV Networks, Inc., now part of the CBS Corporation, is the leading digital and cable programming company dedicated to college sports. Connecting more fans to more college sports than any other company, its many platforms for programming distribution include CSTV, national cable network, televising regular-season and championship events for 35 men's and women's college sports; CSTV.com and its network of more than 215 official athletic sites; CSTV All Access, broadband services providing live audio and video of more than 10,000 events annually; as well as satellite television and radio, in-flight entertainment, wireless networks and more. Further information is available at www.CSTV.com. Media Contacts: Denise Ellison, CSTV, 646-731-2332, dellison@cstv.com
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