ABC TV and AFL Victoria have reached agreement on a broadcasting arrangement
for the 2012 and 2013 seasons.
ABC TV's Head of Sports and Events, Justin Holdforth said "ABC TV is committed to covering the VFL for the 2012 and 2013 seasons. We have agreed on a two year arrangement structured as a one year contract with an option for a second year. This will allow both organisations to thoroughly review progress at the end of the 2012 season before finalising arrangements for 2013."
"ABC TV is committed to working with AFL Victoria to make this season as successful as possible. I would like to thank AFL Victoria and in particular General Manager Grant Williams for the co-operative and professional stance they have taken in lengthy and robust negotiations," he said.
Grant Williams said "AFL Victoria is very pleased to be continuing our 25 year relationship with ABC TV and its coverage of the VFL 'match of the day' each Saturday afternoon."
VFL coverage will commence on ABC1 Saturday March 24 at 1pm and will include all 22 home and away rounds, the state game against Tasmania and the finals series.
Last Modified on 27/02/2012 09:30