For most, March and April may be synonymous with the NCAA Basketball Tournament. But for hockey fans, the most exciting college sports action happens on the rink with the arrival of the Frozen Four.
This season’s NCAA Hockey Tournament airs entirely on ESPN platforms, with slightly different viewing options for the men’s and women’s games. So, keep reading as I break down Frozen Four and National Championship channel specifics and game times for the 2026 tournaments in Las Vegas and University Park.
2026 NCAA Frozen Four TV schedule
Mark your calendars for a hockey extravaganza. The women’s 2026 Frozen Four heads to University Park, Pennsylvania (Penn State) on March 20, while the men’s tournament hits the ice in Las Vegas, Nevada, starting April 9.
Women’s NCAA Frozen Four schedule
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Men’s NCAA Frozen Four schedule
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Best NCAA Frozen Four TV plans
ESPN+ (via ESPN Select) is the ultimate destination for men’s and women’s Frozen Four action. For $12.99 a month, you’ll get every NCAA Ice Hockey Tournament game, including all Frozen Four matchups. The streaming service also features additional college hockey coverage and over 1,000 NHL games per season.
The men’s and women’s ice hockey championships also air on traditional channels like ESPNU and ESPN2. If you’re only tuning in for a title game, I recommend trying a Fubo free trial to get those channels.
Which TV providers show the Frozen Four?
The Frozen Four is accessible across most cable, satellite, and live TV streaming providers. Of course, you can always get an ESPN Select subscription at a much lower cost to stream all ESPN+ games.
| Provider | Price | ESPN2 | ESPNU | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hulu + Live TV Best NCAA Hockey Tournament coverage |
$88.99–$99.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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Fubo Best free trial |
$14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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Sling TV Cheapest ESPN TV plan |
$19.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
View Plans for Sling TV Read Sling TV review |
| Cox | $20.00–$184.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| DIRECTV | $89.99–$169.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| DISH | $89.99–$119.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| Optimum | $15.00–$140.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| Philo | $33.00/mo. | — | — |
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| Spectrum | $40.00–$110.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| Verizon Fios | $105.00–$149.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| Xfinity | $55.00–$125.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ |
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How to watch the Frozen Four for free
You can watch the men’s Frozen Four for free with Fubo’s five-day trial, which gives you access to all ESPN channels. Unfortunately, ESPN+ streams many games exclusively, which is why I recommend an ESPN Select subscription for that basic coverage.
How to watch the Frozen Four FAQ
Is the women's Frozen Four televised?
Yes, you can stream the women's NCAA Frozen Four games exclusively on ESPN+. Both matchups will take place on Friday, March 20, at Pegula Ice Arena in University Park, Pennsylvania.
How can I watch the NCAA Hockey Tournament without cable?
You can watch the men's and women's NCAA hockey tournaments without cable on ESPN Select or ESPN Unlimited. You can also catch some tournament games on ESPN2 and ESPNU with a live TV streaming service like Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV.
Where is the 2026 Men's Frozen Four being played?
The 2026 Men's Frozen Four will be held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The semifinals are scheduled for April 9, with the championship game following on April 11.
How can I watch the NCAA hockey player award ceremonies?
NHL Network will likely air a live presentation of the Patty Kazmaier Award on Saturday, March 21. The Hobey Baker Award Ceremony will also air on NHL Network—likely on Friday, April 10.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Sports Editor, Taylor Kujawa, analyzed this year’s NCAA Ice Hockey Tournament schedule to provide fans with a straightforward viewing guide. After compiling the broadcast details, Taylor cross-referenced them with CableTV.com’s existing TV provider coverage. Then, he determined his provider recommendations based on game access, pricing, and ease of use.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
