Why doesnt BTN accept Mediacoms offer for carriage on expanded basic?
Based on the public statements being made by the network representatives and member schools, it is unclear why BTN has not accepted Mediacoms offer to launch BTN on expanded basic. BTN management has repeatedly stated that the only thing that is not negotiable with cable operators is expanded basic carriage within the core Big Ten market. The Athletic Director for the University of Iowa has publicly stated that the #1 priority of the University has always been to make BTN available to as many fans as possible.
