HBCU football is expanding its reach beyond traditional English-language broadcasts.
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) announced that the October 29 matchup between Morgan State and South Carolina State will be featured in a historic Spanish-language simulcast on ESPN Deportes in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Fans will be able to watch the game in English on ESPN+ and in Spanish on ESPN Deportes, giving more viewers an opportunity to experience the excitement of HBCU football.
The simulcast represents an opportunity to introduce MEAC football, its historic programs and its student-athletes to a broader audience while celebrating the diversity of college football fans.
Morgan State and South Carolina State will take center stage in this broadcast milestone as the MEAC continues working to expand the visibility of its member institutions.
Why it matters: Increased language accessibility can help HBCU programs connect with new audiences, grow their fan bases and bring greater visibility to the traditions and stories that make HBCU football special.
🏈 Game: Morgan State vs. South Carolina State
📅 Date: October 29, 2026
📺 English broadcast: ESPN+
📺 Spanish broadcast: ESPN Deportes
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