Nevada Sports Net Morning Download Recap: Key Headlines
Pac-12 Strengthens Media Deal with CBS
The Pac-12 has officially secured a long-term media rights extension with CBS Sports, effective through the 2030-31 season. This new deal, which solidifies CBS as the primary media partner for the Pac-12—including five incoming Mountain West schools in 2026-27—will feature prominent events such as the Pac-12 football championship game and men’s basketball tournament on CBS/Paramount+. Additional regular-season games will also be broadcast on CBS Sports Network. Financial details remain undisclosed, but the deal is expected to enhance the visibility of the conference as it navigates a changing collegiate landscape. Moreover, discussions are ongoing regarding the potential addition of Texas State as a full member, pending expedited negotiations due to rising exit fees.
Jay Johnson Makes NCAA History
Former Nevada baseball head coach, Jay Johnson, has made headlines by capturing his second national championship in just four seasons at LSU, solidifying his status as the fastest NCAA baseball coach to achieve this feat. LSU’s victory, a 5-3 win over Coastal Carolina, followed a tight 1-0 match the previous day. Johnson, who led Nevada from 2014-15, has since seen incredible success, reaching four College World Series in nine seasons. "This is a team. Our motto was ‘Tough and Together’," he emphasized post-game.
Garrett Hampson Faces Designation by Reds
Local talent Garrett Hampson, a Reno High graduate, has again been designated for assignment, this time by the Cincinnati Reds. Following a brief stint with the team, where he posted a .167 batting average over nine games, Hampson, now 30, is seeking to join another MLB team.
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