Jay Elsen and Andre Fields commentate the Southern Illinois vs South Dakota match

The Division I Full Competition Series (FCS) battle between Southern Illinois and South Dakota goes live today, 10 October 2026, at 19:00 UK time. The pairing behind this week's commentary is a strong one, with Jay Elsen taking the lead and Andre Fields standing in as co-commentator.

Where to watch

The match is broadcast across a mix of American and world feeds. American viewers can follow along on ESPN Unlimited, the ESPN+ feed (available to $/geo/R subscribers), or catch it via Midco Sports Network and Midco Sports+.

The world feed is also on for the match, so international readers can tune in wherever they prefer. With two commentators and several channels on deck, there are plenty of ways to follow the Southern Illinois vs South Dakota action.

The commentators

Jay Elsen is the main commentator, and he comes into this one as Midco Sports' on-air talent. He was recognised as the 2025 South Dakota Sportscaster of the Year, announced back on 8 January 2026, a title that has clearly put him on the radar of the Midco Sports family. He has also been linked to opportunities at Charlotte Sports Live, where recent coverage has highlighted how his work continues to draw attention from regional sports outlets.

Standing in as co-commentator, Andre Fields brings a lifetime of experience to the mic. He is a Chicago native who has spent decades as a professional commentator, and he was inducted into the Sioux Falls Storm Hall of Fame in 2021. His pedigree with the Sioux Falls squad is well documented among veteran players, and he brings that same level of familiarity to every match he sits on.

Both names are a comfortable fit for the Southern Illinois vs South Dakota pair-up, and their combined experience should make for an interesting read-through of the match. For anyone following the Division I FCS series, this is one to keep an eye on.

Full commentary details and match-by-match updates are available on the official Midco Sports channel, so check there for the latest ahead of tonight's 19:00 UK start.

Article generated: 10 October 2026, 19:01 GMT