This article describes the procedure for watching local sports events on Roku by installing and activating the Bally Sports app.
Instructions to Install and Activate Bally Sports on Roku
Fox Sports Network, rebranded as Bally Sports, is a collection of regional sports channels in the United States that broadcast local sports events. These channels offer live games, news, analysis, and various programming related to local professional and college sports teams. Since it’s a TV provider, you need a cable subscription to access its content. However, it also has a separate app called Bally Sports+ that you can find on the Roku Channel Store. To access its content, you need to subscribe to its premium plan through the official website for $19.99 per month.
- Go to Home Screen
Power on your Roku and press the Home button on your remote to access the Home menu.
- Connect Roku to WiFi
Primarily, make sure to connect your Roku to a stable WiFi network to get the app instantly.
- Access the Roku Channel Store
Scroll down and choose Streaming Channels to enter the Channel Store.
- Look for Bally Sports
Use the search feature to enter Bally Sports+ and choose the app from the search results.
- Install the Bally Sports App
Click on Add Channel to install Bally Sports on your TV.
- Open and Activate Bally Sports
After installation, select the Go to Channel button to open the Bally Sports app on your Roku and select the Sign In option.
- Obtain Activation Code
An Activation code for Bally Sports will be shown on your TV screen and make a note of it.
- Visit the Activation Website
On your desired PC or smartphone, visit the Bally Sports activation website [www.ballysports.com/activate].
- Input Activation Code
Now, enter the code displayed on your TV in the required field and select the Activate button. Finally, sign in with your credentials.
- Complete Activation and Enjoy Streaming
Follow further instructions on the screen to complete the activation. Once activated, you can begin streaming content from Bally Sports on your device.
FAQ
No, you can’t stream Bally Sports on Roku without a subscription. To access content on the Bally Sports app, you must have either a Bally Sports Plus subscription or a cable TV provider subscription that includes Bally Sports channels.
With your DirecTV Stream and Fubo subscription, you can stream the Bally Sports Midwest on your Roku.
No, recently, Hulu Live TV stopped the streaming of Bally Sports subscription with its subscription. At the same time, it is also not available on the Peacock streaming service.
This issue arises when your device and the app are outdated. So, update your Roku device and the app to rectify the issue.
