How to watch ACC Network live without cable in 2025: Catch ACCN college baseball and softball streaming for the Spring and Summer

Cutting the cord doesn't mean you'll lose access to ACC Network (ACCN). With the right live TV streaming provider, you can gear up for the ACC baseball and softball games for the Spring and Summer of 2025. 

ACCN features teams in the Atlantic Coast Conference, including Boston College, Duke University, Florida State University, Syracuse University and University of Pittsburgh. The ESPN-owned network airs about 150 men's and women's basketball games, including men's college baseball, women's college softball, and select lacrosse matchups.

Which streaming services offer ACC Network?

Most major streaming platforms have ESPN and its partner channels, including ACCN. In some cases, you may have to pay for a higher level of service or an add-on to get the specific college game coverage you need. 

2025 ACCN Men's College Baseball Schedule

2025 ACCN Women's College Softball Schedule

Sling TV: Affordable access to ACC Network with 50% off your first month 

Sling doesn’t have as many channels as the other streaming services on this list, but you also can’t beat the price for the base packages. Plus, stream ACCN to find out which teams are destined for the final four come March 2025. To watch ACCN, you’ll need the Sports Extra add-on, which also delivers MLB Network Strike Zone, NHL Network, NBA TV, Tennis Channel, NFL RedZone and Golf Channel. 

Pros of Sling TV

• Highly affordable
• Sling Orange includes channels such as ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN3
• The Sports Extra package provides access to the ACC Network
• Sling TV's plans include 50 hours of DVR storage, with an option to upgrade to 200 hours for an additional cost

Cons of Sling TV

• Limited availability of local channels without add-ons or purchasing a digital antenna

DIRECTV: A premium option for ACC fans and a 5-day free trial to catch college baseball and softball

DIRECTV has ACCN included in three of its four plans. The only package missing the network is the Entertainment plan, which is the most affordable option. With the Choice package and above, you’ll get ACCN plus a lot of regional sports networks (RSNs).

Pros of DIRECTV

• Offers a wide range of viewing content 
• Includes all major sports channels: ESPN, ESPN 2, Fox Sports 1, ACC Network, Bally Sports regional channels, NBA TV, and NFL Network
• Unlimited DVR 
• Allows unlimited device streams at home

Cons of DIRECTV

• ACC fans must upgrade to the pricier Choice package or higher since the Entertainment package lacks the ACC Network
• The Choice package is more expensive compared to competitors

Use Fubo for sports-first streaming with ACC Network and a 5-day free trial

With a Fubo plan, the ACCN is available in all plans in most areas, so you can catch your favorite college basketball teams. Customers will also find college games on SEC Network and Big Ten Network, and you’ll find professional teams on ESPN, FS1, FS2, NFL Network, Marquee Sports Network, Fubo Sports, Golf Channel and more. Fubo is the only other provider besides DIRECTV to carry regional FanDuel Sports Networks in select plans.

Pros of Fubo

• An affordable option for streaming the ACC Network
• Includes a variety of sports channels, Big Ten Network, NFL Network, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, and your local channels
• The Sports Plus with NFL RedZone add-on includes the MLB Network ready for Spring Training 
• All Fubo plans come with unlimited Cloud DVR storage

Cons of Fubo

• Availability of the ACC Network in a selected package depends on whether there is coverage in your location; the national channel may require an add-on

Use Hulu + Live TV to stream the ACC Network with on-demand extras and a 3-day free trial

Hulu + Live TV has just one base channel lineup with just under 100 channels. While you don’t have your choice of plans, the good news is that your channel guide will have ACCN and all the college basketball showcased within that conference. Hulu + Live TV also gives all customers the ESPN Plus app for free, where you can find full college games and highlights for sports, including NCAA football and college hockey. 

Pros of Hulu + Live TV

• Offers a variety of sports channels, including ACC Network, NFL Network, ESPN, Fox Sports 1, CBS Sports Network, and local channels
• Includes college sports networks 
• Local channels are available as part of the package
• For just $1 more per month, the Disney Bundle adds on-demand content from ESPN Plus, Disney Plus, and Hulu

Cons of Hulu + Live TV

• There aren’t many niche offerings like beIN Sports or TUDN
• Does not include regional sports networks (RSNs) in most markets

YouTube TV gets you the ACC Network included in a straightforward package with a 2-day free trial

Like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV has just one plan. In addition to ACCN, YouTube TV carries Big Ten Network, SEC Network, ESPN, ESPN2, NFL Network, FS1, FS2, the CBS Sports Network, NBA TV and more. Unfortunately, YouTube TV doesn’t have the MLB Network. While baseball fans may be disappointed, you can still catch a plethora of college basketball games. 

Pros of YouTube TV

• The base package has a great variety of sports channels, such as ESPN, Fox Sports 1, ACC Network, SEC Network, ESPN2, Big Ten Network, NFL Network, and local channels.
• Every plan has unlimited DVR storage 
• Recordings are available for up to nine months after the initial air date
• Advanced features like picture-in-picture mode and key highlights

Cons of YouTube TV

• The comprehensive sports channel offering might be excessive for non-sports fans

FAQ

Can you stream the ACC Network for free?

Technically speaking, you can. If you've never used DIRECTV, Hulu, YouTube TV, or Fubo, you can opt-in to the free trial with one of these plans and stream the ACC Network for free, provided it's offered in your regional network and offered within the free trial package of the streaming provider. 

How can I stream ACC Network?

You can stream the ACC Network on most live TV streaming platforms, including Fubo, DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV and YouTube TV.

Is ACC Network included in ESPN Plus?

No. ESPN Plus has highlights, documentaries, talk shows and more. However, it doesn’t allow you to livestream ACCN or ESPN. 

Is the ACC Network app free?

The ACC Network app is free on Google Play or the Apple Store. It provides stats, social media content and more.