March Madness is almost over, and the women's National Championship is here. We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch UConn vs. South Carolina, including live streaming info for those without cable and details on the two final teams.
Two women's college basketball franchise giants have made it to the finish line. UConn, which holds the record for the most National Championships in women's college basketball history, is vying for its 12th title. The No. 2 seed hasn't nabbed the title since 2016, but they've had a stellar season with stars Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, and Sarah Strong. Although No. 1 South Carolina only has three titles under its belt, they've all come within the past decade. The team — this year helmed by standouts Joyce Edwards, MiLaysia Fulwiley, and Te-Hina Paopao — won the title last year against Iowa, just two years after their last championship win. That 2022 win was against UConn, who lost 49-64.
Both UConn and South Carolina sailed through their Final Four games. UConn beat UCLA 85-51, the largest Final Four winning margin in the history of the women's tournament. South Carolina also put up an impressive fight, defeating Texas 74-57. The two teams last played each other in February, an 87-58 win for UConn and South Carolina's only home game loss this season.
Whether you're rooting for a Gamecock repeat or you're hoping to see the Huskies back on top, we'll make sure you can tune into the game. Keep reading to learn all the details, including live streaming options for those without cable.
What channel is UConn vs. South Carolina on?
UConn vs. South Carolina will be broadcast on ABC in the United States. The game is scheduled to tip off on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT.
How to watch UConn vs. South Carolina in the US
If you don't have cable or a good antenna, there are a few different ways to live stream the National Championship. Some of the best sports streaming services that carry the game are ESPN Plus, Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, and Fubo.
ESPN Plus is the cheapest of the bunch by far. Subscriptions start at just $12/month and unlock a variety of live sporting events, including several college-level games and select professional match-ups.
ESPN Plus is designed for sports, giving subscribers access to live MLB, NHL, NFL, soccer, golf, and UFC fights. You can pay $12 monthly or go for an annual deal, which saves you about $20 a year. There's also a bundle with Hulu and Disney Plus, which offers an even better discount.
If you'd prefer a live TV streaming package that carries ABC and other popular live channels, then Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, or Fubo might be the way to go.
Sling TV is one of the more affordable services, although ABC availability varies from region to region, so you should check to make sure you can watch in your area before subscribing. If so, you'll want to opt for Sling Blue, which carries certain local networks in its 40+ channel lineup when available. Subscriptions start at $46/month, but new users can get their first month for 50% off.
Sling Blue carries 40+ channels, including FS1, FX, and the NFL Network. It also has local networks (like FOX, NBC, and ABC) in select regions.
DirecTV Stream also carries ABC in several of its packages. The cheapest of the bunch is MySports, which costs $70/month and offers access to 25+ sports networks. Like Sling, ABC is subject to regional availability in this package. However, you can also find national ABC coverage in the DirecTV Stream Entertainment plan, which costs $87/month and carries 90+ popular live channels. No matter what you choose, all DirecTV Stream plans come with a five-day free trial.
Previously known as AT&T TV, DirecTV offers streaming access to a large selection of live channels, including most key networks typically found in traditional cable packages.
Fubo carries ABC and more than 150 live channels in its Pro plan. Subscriptions start at $85/month, but new users can get a seven-day free trial and $20 off their first month of service.
Fubo is the streaming service for sports fans. Its huge library of channels includes regional and international sports leagues, setting it apart from the competition. You can also tack on additional programming to your plan, but it'll cost you extra.
How to watch UConn vs. South Carolina from anywhere
Long gone are the days of having to miss out on a big game just because you're traveling away from home. You can keep up with your usual viewing options from anywhere with the help of a VPN (virtual private network), which will allow you to change your device's virtual location so that it works just like it would back home in the US. VPNs are also great ways to upgrade your online security and privacy. Since the services we've recommended require US payment methods, this option will work best for Americans who are just traveling abroad at the moment.
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How to watch UConn vs. South Carolina with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don't have one.
- Install it on the device you're using to watch the games.
- Turn it on and set it to a US location.
- Sign up for one of the above streaming services.
- Enjoy the game!
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Business Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.
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