The Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) is home to some of the most historic programs in college sports. From Clemson football to Duke vs. North Carolina basketball, the ACC delivers elite competition year-round.
The ACC Network (ACCN) gives fans a dedicated place to watch live games, expert analysis and original programming covering all 25 ACC sports.
Whether you’re following spring baseball, March Madness runs or football season, here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the ACC Network.
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What Is the ACC Network?
The ACC Network is a 24/7 sports channel created by ESPN in partnership with the Atlantic Coast Conference. It provides:
- Live ACC sporting events
- Studio shows and analysis
- Original documentaries and features
- Replays and highlights from across the conference
From rivalry matchups like Duke vs. UNC to championship runs in baseball, softball and lacrosse, ACCN keeps fans connected all year long.
How to Watch the ACC Network?
To watch the ACC Network, you need a TV provider or streaming service that carries ACCN, or access through the ESPN app. Luckily, DIRECTV has multiple plans that provide you with that very access.
Watch ACC Network on DIRECTV
- ACC Network is available on channel 612
- Included with Signature Packages (ESPN Unlimited included)
- Also included in the MySports Genre Pack, which bundles key sports channels
With DIRECTV, you can watch ACC games live on your TV, online or through the ESPN app.
Get ACC Network with DIRECTV today.
ACC Network Extra (ACCNX)
For even more games, fans can stream ACC Network Extra (ACCNX) through the ESPN app.
ACCNX includes:
- Additional live games not on TV
- Expanded coverage across baseball, softball and Olympic sports
- Bonus content during peak seasons
2026 ACC Spring Sports Schedule
Spring is one of the busiest seasons on ACCN, featuring:
Top ACC teams regularly compete for national championships, making ACCN a key destination for postseason races.
ACC Schools
The ACC is one of the NCAA’s Power Five conferences, featuring 18 top universities:
- Boston College
- Clemson University
- Duke University (DIRECTV College Sports Partner)
- Florida State University
- Georgia Tech
- NC State
- SMU
- Stanford
- Syracuse
- Cal (UC Berkeley)
- Louisville
- Miami
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (DIRECTV College Sports Partner)
- Notre Dame
- Pittsburgh
- Virginia
- Virginia Tech
- Wake Forest
Live Sports on ACC Network
ACCN broadcasts a wide range of live ACC events, including:
- College football games
- Men’s and women’s basketball
- College baseball and softball
- Lacrosse and Olympic sports
- ACC Championship events
During spring, coverage shifts to baseball, softball and lacrosse, where ACC teams consistently rank among the nation’s best.
ACC Network Programming
The ACC Network offers 24/7 coverage across live sports, studio programming and original content.
Popular ACCN Shows
‘ACC PM’
Daily news and analysis show covering top headlines across the conference.
‘Inside ACCess’
In-depth storytelling featuring coaches, players and behind-the-scenes access.
‘ACCN Basketball Podcast’
Year-round coverage of ACC basketball, from preseason through March Madness.
‘ACCN Football Podcast’
Expert analysis from former players, breaking down weekly matchups and storylines.
Original Programming
With its tie to ESPN, the ACC Network will regularly feature ACC-centered stories from the acclaimed production studio, ESPN Films. One day fans could catch a documentary about the 1982 recruiting class that saved Mike Krzyzewski’s job. There’s also a documentary about the history of the ACC men’s basketball tournament, the Virginia Cavaliers first national championship in 2019 and the rivalry between North Carolina and Duke and its coaches Mike Krzyzewski and Roy Williams.
Watch College Sports on DIRECTV
With DIRECTV, you can get the ACC Network and so much more in a package that works for you. Switch to DIRECTV today and get the best sports coverage tomorrow – and every day after that.
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