Rutgers University has revealed that its men's soccer program will be featured on the Big Ten Network throughout the 2026 fall season, a move that underscores the growing prominence of the Scarlet Knights within collegiate soccer.
Televised Matchups
The first televised contest is scheduled for Friday, September 25, when Rutgers travels to Washington, with kickoff set for 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The second broadcast will take place on Tuesday, October 6, as the Scarlet Knights host Maryland, with the match slated to start at 6 p.m. Eastern Time.
All remaining Big Ten conference games, along with the team's non‑conference home fixtures, will be distributed through the conference's streaming service, B1G+, ensuring that fans can follow the Scarlet Knights throughout the schedule.
Streaming Strategy
B1G+ provides a direct digital conduit for viewers, allowing the program to reach a broad audience beyond traditional broadcast windows. The platform’s integration reflects the conference’s commitment to meeting the viewing habits of today’s college sports fans.
The arrangement highlights the Big Ten Conference’s expanding multimedia footprint, blending primetime television with robust online distribution to amplify the Scarlet Knights’ visibility and foster deeper engagement with supporters across the country.