The Score channel, operated by Score Media Inc., ceased to exist in its original form when the company was acquired by Rogers Communications in 2013. Following this acquisition, Score Media Inc. was made defunct, and its assets were distributed, leading to the creation of new entities.
Acquisition by Rogers Communications
On April 30, 2013, Score Media Inc., which had previously been known as Headline Media Group, officially became defunct. This dissolution followed its acquisition by Rogers Communications. The move significantly altered the landscape for the Canadian sports media company's television presence.
Key Details of the Transition:
- Original Entity: Score Media Inc. (formerly Headline Media Group)
- Acquisition Date: April 30, 2013
- Acquiring Company: Rogers Communications
- Outcome: Score Media Inc. became defunct.
The Fate of Assets and Successors
Upon the acquisition, the broadcasting license and most of the television-related assets of Score Media Inc. were integrated into Rogers Media. This meant the television channel either transitioned under Rogers' umbrella or was effectively replaced by a Rogers-operated sports channel.
Simultaneously, certain digital and mobile assets of Score Media Inc. were spun off to form a new, independent company: theScore Inc. This new entity continued the digital media and sports app focus, which became highly successful.
| Aspect | Original Entity (Score Media Inc.) | Post-Acquisition |
|---|---|---|
| Status (April 30, 2013) | Defunct | N/A |
| Acquirer | N/A | Rogers Communications |
| Fate of Assets | Acquired by Rogers Communications | Some assets spun off as theScore Inc. |
| Successor Entities | N/A | theScore Inc., Rogers Media |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario, Canada | (New entities maintained operations in Toronto) |
Impact on Sports Broadcasting
The acquisition by Rogers Communications meant that the original "theScore channel" as viewers knew it transitioned. Rogers Media effectively became a successor for the broadcasting aspects, while theScore Inc. emerged as a distinct entity focusing on digital sports content. This split allowed the legacy of "theScore" brand to continue thriving in the digital realm, independent of the television channel's fate.
Key Takeaways:
- Acquisition: The Score channel, operated by Score Media Inc., was acquired by Rogers Communications in 2013.
- Defunct Status: Score Media Inc. itself became defunct on April 30, 2013.
- Channel Transition: The television channel aspects were largely integrated into Rogers Media.
- Digital Spinoff: A separate company, theScore Inc., was formed from the digital and mobile assets, continuing the brand's presence in sports media.
