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ESPN Unlimited's Matt Schick and Craig Haubert commentate on Ball State @ UMass
The fifth ball of NCAA Division I FBS kicks off on 5 November 2026, when Ball State takes on UMass. The match runs at 00:00 UK time, giving players on both sides of the pond plenty of notice ahead of the action. It will be commentated live by ESPN Unlimited, the college-sports network's play-by-play feed.
The broadcast comes via ESPN Unlimited, the channel that carries ESPN's live college-sports coverage. Fans who follow the network's studio shows will feel at home, as the play-by-play is handled by Matt Schick, supported by Craig Haubert as co-commentator.
Who's commentating
Matt Schick is the main play-by-play commentator on Ball State @ UMass. He joined ESPN in 2012 as a college studio host on ESPN Unlimited, and has since built up a strong presence across the network's college-sports programming. He hosts a number of studio shows, and has been a regular on ESPN's College Football Live, the network's National Signing Day coverage, various NCAA selection shows, and ESPN's Bases Loaded.
Alongside him sits Craig Haubert, sharing commentary duties on the match. Together the pair will walk viewers through the ball's progress as Ball State and UMass race to claim it.
Where to watch
The match is best watched through ESPN Unlimited, where Matt Schick and Craig Haubert provide the live play-by-play. The story for Ball State @ UMass is also available for reference ahead of the match.
Article generated: 4 November 2026, 00:05 GMT