FANDUEL SPORTS NETWORK LAUNCHES “COUNTDOWN LIVE” OCTOBER 27, UNITING TALENT TO DELIVER
AN UNMATCHED LEAD-IN TO LIVE GAME COVERAGE YEAR-ROUND
Hosted by Stan Verrett, the new whip-around style show reflects the network’s growing investment
in live programming that connects fans to the teams and sports they love
Southport, CONN. – October 1, 2025 – FanDuel Sports Network, owned and operated by Main Street Sports Group, today announced the launch of its newest original program, “FanDuel Sports Network Countdown Live,” premiering Monday, October 27 at 5:30PM ET. The one-hour live show, hosted by Stan Verrett, will air weeknights as part of the network’s expanded live programming lineup.
“Countdown Live” is designed to showcase what makes FanDuel Sports Network unique: its deep connection to local teams and markets, delivered on a national stage. The show taps into the network’s trusted reporters and analysts to give fans an inside look at each matchup, featuring on-site coverage, look-ins to warmups, breaking news, fantasy trends, game odds, and more. By uniting the network’s talent roster, “Countdown Live” delivers an unmatched companion to live game coverage, blending local expertise with national reach in a way only FanDuel Sports Network can.
“The launch of ‘Countdown Live’ marks another important milestone as we continue to invest in original content and expand the scope of live programming across FanDuel Sports Network,” said Norby Williamson, President of Programming and Production, Main Street Sports Group. “What makes this show different is how it taps into the teams and markets we’re closest to, giving fans everywhere a real inside look at the night’s action. Stan brings tremendous experience and credibility, and we couldn’t be more excited to have him lead this new chapter for the network.”
“I’ve long admired the way local fans live and breathe their teams, and I’m thrilled to join FanDuel Sports Network to help bring that passion to life every night,” said Verrett. “What drew me here was the chance to do meaningful work that connects with fans on both a national and local level. Sports are about community, and I’m looking forward to being part of the team that brings that energy to viewers every day.”
Launching this fall with NBA and NHL coverage, “Countdown Live” will run year-round and expand to cover MLB and additional marquee sports, offering fans a fast-paced, multi-sport preview ahead of weeknight games.
Expanded Weekday Schedule (ET), Beginning October 27:
7:00AM – “VSiN By the Books”
3:30PM – “Golic & Golic”
5:30PM – “Countdown Live”
6:30PM – Regional Pregame Coverage begins
7:00PM – Live Game Windows Begin
“Countdown Live” joins the network’s weekday lineup with “Golic & Golic” and will be available across multiple platforms, including FanDuel Sports Network, the FanDuel Sports Network app, and Prime Video, with more platforms to be announced.