ESPN will launch Women’s Sports Sundays in Summer 2026, a new weekly primetime programming franchise that puts women’s sports front and center on Sunday nights.
The initiative replaces the former Sunday Night Baseball slot (now moved to NBC) and will feature top-tier live matchups from the WNBA and NWSL on ESPN presented by Ally over nine consecutive weeks, delivering 12 games in premium windows. It aims to elevate the biggest moments, rivalries, and stars in women’s sports.
More than just games, the block includes studio programming, in-depth storytelling, and extensive digital and social coverage across ESPN’s full ecosystem to build deeper fandom and accessibility. “Women’s sports are experiencing continued momentum, and Women’s Sports Sundays is ESPN’s next step in meeting that demand,” said Rosalyn Durant, ESPN Executive Vice President, Programming & Acquisitions.
As the leading broadcaster of women’s sports—with over two-thirds of its live event programming dedicated to women’s competitions, more than 30,000 annual hours of coverage, and homes to major leagues like the WNBA, NWSL, Grand Slam tennis, NCAA championships, and more—ESPN continues to drive the growth of women’s athletics. This includes espnW’s multiplatform efforts and original shows like Vibe Check on Disney+.
Additional details on specific matchups, talent, and supporting programming will be announced later. Women’s sports are for everyone—and now more accessible than ever on Sunday nights.