| Direct KickOrder the MLS Direct Kick package
Available on DIRECTV, Dish Network, digital cable via iN DEMAND
Major League Soccer fans across the country can again enjoy three different options for acquiring the MLS Direct Kick package during the League's 2005 campaign, as satellite TV providers DIRECTV and DISH Network, along with digital cable provider iN DEMAND, combine to each present a full menu of more than 125 MLS regional telecasts in 2005. The package includes live broadcasts of regular-season and MLS Cup Playoff matches. The residential price for the MLS Direct Kick package during 2005 is just $69 across each of the three platforms. The commercial price for restaurants and bars is only $100 per establishment (regardless of capacity).
DIRECTV
Includes but is not limited to all regional broadcasts on major networks (e.g. MSG, Comcast, FOX Sports Net) 1-800-DIRECTV, online at www.DIRECTV.com cost (residential): $69.00 cost (commercial): $100 (888-200-4388)
Dish Network
Includes all regional broadcasts (regardless of the originating network) 1-800-333 DISH, online at www.DISHNetwork.com cost (residential): $69.00 cost (commercial): $100 (800-454-0843)
iN DEMAND
Includes all regional broadcasts (regardless of the originating network) 1-888-SPORTS-iN, online at www.indemand.com cost (residential): $69.00 cost (commercial)*: $100*suggested commercial establishment cost
About DIRECTV, Inc.:
DIRECTV will feature an MLS Direct Kick package that includes regional MLS broadcasts shown through major networks such as any FOX Sports Net affiliates and Comcast Sports affiliates. DIRECTV, Inc. (NASDAQ:DTV – News), the nation’s leading satellite television service provider, presents the finest television experience available to more than 18.3 million customers in the United States and is leading the HD revolution with more than 130 HD channels. Each day, DIRECTV subscribers enjoy access to over 265 channels of 100% digital picture and sound, exclusive programming, industry-leading customer satisfaction (which has surpassed national cable companies for nine years running) and superior technologies that include advanced DVR and HD-DVR services and the most state-of-the-art interactive sports packages available anywhere. For the most up-to-date information on DIRECTV, please visit directv.com.
About DISH Network:
EchoStar Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: DISH) serves more than 9 million satellite TV customers through its DISH Network, and is a leading U.S. provider of advanced digital television services. DISH Network's services include hundreds of video and audio channels, Interactive TV, HDTV, sports and international programming, together with professional installation and 24-hour customer service. DISH Network is the leader in the sale of digital video recorders (DVRs). Visit EchoStar's DISH Network at www.dishnetwork.com or call 1-800-333-DISH (3474).
