DirecTV pponsor Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic
March 5, 2026
DirecTV is once again sponsoring the United States National Baseball Team for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. As the exclusive paid TV sponsor for Team USA, DirecTV will have a strong presence throughout the tournament, bringing fans closer to the action as the global competition ramps up just ahead of MLB’s regular season. DirecTV’s sponsorship will be visible throughout the tournament, including:
- DirecTV logo featured on all Team USA helmets worn during both practice and in-game action
- Five outfield signage placements in Houston
- Three outfield signage placements in Miami
- Commercial and digital inventory across broadcasts and MLB.com
Fans attending Team USA’s March 9th matchup in Houston will also witness a special DirecTV moment before the game begins. Mike Wittrock, DirecTV’s Chief Operating Officer, is scheduled to throw the ceremonial first pitch, officially kicking off the sponsorship on the world stage.
A Global Tournament Returns
The World Baseball Classic is an international tournament that brings together national teams from around the world to compete for global baseball bragging rights. Held every three to four years and featuring many of the sport’s top professional players, the tournament has become one of baseball’s most exciting international showcases.
The 2026 tournament runs from March 5th through March 17th, giving fans a high-energy preview of the season just weeks before MLB Opening Day. DirecTV also supported Team USA during the tournament’s previous edition, and the company says it is proud to continue celebrating the sport (and the fans who love it) as the global stage once again belongs to baseball. The sponsorship reinforces DirecTV’s commitment to delivering premium sports experiences for fans across the country.
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