The streaming webcast, Masters Live returns next week as The Masters® comes back onto the sports scene.
For the first time, “Masters on the Range” will be seen both online and on CBS Sports Network. This will be seen on the days leading up the First Round.
When play begins, web “patrons” will be able to see the action on Amen Corner, Holes 11, 12 and 13 plus Holes 15 & 16 and the featured group in the both the morning and afternoon sessions.
Some of the announcers working for Masters Live will include Andrew Catalon, Grant Boone, Jennifer Mills, Billy Kratzert, Matt Gogel, Peter Oosterhuis and Jerry Foltz. This marks the first year that we won’t see the late Jim Huber on the coverage and the great sports essayist will be missed on this event.
We have the details plus the online schedule for each day at The Masters®.
Masters Live on CBSSports.com Returns for 2012 Masters®
“Masters on the Range” adds yet another way for fans to follow the Masters Tournament on CBSSports.com, Masters.com and CBS Sports Network
MARCH 29, 2012:CBSSports.com, in conjunction with Masters.com, CBS Sports and the Masters Tournament, today announced that Masters Live, live video coverage from the Augusta National Golf Club, will return for the 2012 Masters Tournament. Now with four live channels of golf action, Masters Live will be presented throughout the week of the 2012 Masters, April 2-8, providing more than 90 hours of live video from Augusta National. The 2012 Masters Live suite of video productions features a line-up of four channels of live golf action from the Masters, including:
- Masters On The Range: A live show originating from the Tournament Practice Range at Augusta National, Masters On The Range will be available for the first time in 2012 on CBSSports.com and CBS Sports Network. Presented on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of Masters week, Masters On The Range will feature interviews with players and analysis of the field leading up to the start of the 2012 Masters. Jennifer Mills, Billy Kratzert and Peter Oosterhuis will provide commentary and analysis for Masters On The Range.
- Amen Corner: Live streaming video of the 11th, 12th and 13th holes from the Augusta National Golf Club. Grant Boone and Matt Gogel will provide commentary and analysis for Amen Corner.
- 15 & 16: Live streaming video of the 15th and 16th holes from the Augusta National Golf Club. Jerry Foltz and Billy Ray Brown will serve as the announcers for 15 & 16.
- Featured Group: Live streaming video of selected pairings as they play Hole Nos. 10-18 from Augusta National Golf Club. Andrew Catalon and Kratzert will be providing commentary and analysis of the Featured Groupings.
Immediately following the conclusion of CBS Sports’ television coverage on Saturday and Sunday, CBSSports.com will present a Masters Live Recap Show. Hosted by Boone and Gogel, the Masters Live Recap Show will review all of Saturday’s and Sunday’s action and be available live and on demand.
In addition to the four channels of live golf action and the Masters Live Recap Show, CBSSports.com will present the following video highlights from the 2012 Masters Tournament:
- Highlights from Par 3 Contest: First played in 1960, the Par 3 Contest has become a beloved Wednesday tradition at the Masters. The 2012 Masters Par 3 Contest will be held on Wednesday, April 4. CBSSports.com will provide video highlights of the action.
- Press Room: Video highlights of player interviews conducted in the Interview Room from Augusta National.
- Tournament Highlights: Video highlights of play from each day of the 2012 Masters Tournament.
- Historical Highlights on Demand: On demand video of memorable highlights and classic moments from past Masters Tournaments.
- Augusta National Aerials: On demand video fly-overs of the Augusta National Golf Club, allowing fans to enjoy the beauty of one of the most famous golf courses in the world.
All elements of Masters Live will be available free of charge at CBSSports.com and Masters.com.
The Masters, the most renowned tournament in golf, will be broadcast on CBS Sports for the 57th consecutive year, a record for the longest-running sporting event broadcast on one network. This year marks the 76th Masters Tournament, one of the most highly-anticipated sporting events of the year.
Schedule for Masters Live Video on CBSSports.com and Masters.com in 2012Masters on the Range (Also airs on CBS Sports Network)
- Monday, April 2: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
- Tuesday, April 3: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
- Wednesday, April 4: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Featured Group*
- Thursday, April 5: 12:00 Noon – Completion of play
- Friday, April 6: 12:00 Noon – Completion of play
- Saturday, April 7: 12:00 Noon – Completion of play
- Sunday, April 8: 12:00 Noon – Completion of play
Amen Corner*
- Thursday, April 5: 10:45 AM – 5:45 PM
- Friday, April 6: 10:45 AM – 5:45 PM
- Saturday, April 7: 12:00 Noon – 5:45 PM
- Sunday, April 8: 11:45 AM – 5:45 PM
15 & 16*
- Thursday, April 5: 11:45 AM – 6:45 PM
- Friday, April 6: 11:45 AM – 6:45 PM
- Saturday, April 7: 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday, April 8: 12:45 PM – 6:30 PM
* Start and end times are estimates and subject to change. All times eastern daylight.
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