ESPN has extended its partnership with the AUSL, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to growing the game of softball through expanded national coverage and visibility.

ESPN and Athletes Unlimited announced a three-year rights extension Wednesday that makes ESPN the official broadcast partner for the women's professional sports company's softball, basketball and volleyball leagues.

YouTube TV and Disney are negotiating a renewed distribution agreement, and if a deal—or an extension of talks—isn’t agreed to by Friday, ESPN and ABC would likely go dark on the platform. Alternatively,