Re: League Pass

[snoopy1@xxxxxxx]

Ummm...the $159 IS the early bird rate.  The prices went up this year.  The 
normal cost is now $179.  This per the letter from my cable provider.

I called them today, and got someone who at least knew what I was talking 
about.  I think the problem is actually traceable to the NBA 
itself--neither cable nor satellite providers have been given ANY info--at 
least not at the customer contact level.  Those of you with satellites 
should call back and have the matter sent to a marketing supervisor, so 
they can work with the rep to have the package added to the account NOW.  I 
recommend the same for cable users.

Traditionally, both on cable and satellite, the League pass has shown 
several--but NOT ALL--of the preseason games.  Historically, I would call 
in the renewal myself, and not wait for the automated system, which does 
not kick in until the regular season starts.  To make matters worse, 
locally, they're doing a free preview of the pass until Nov 5.  My provider 
is supposed to call me back later today to confirm things--and if they 
don't I still have time tomorrow to go over there and hit them over the 
head with a stuffed Snoopy.  The three-foot-tall one that I need two hands 
to pick up.

Snoopy the Celtics Beagle

At 11:47 AM 10/7/02 -0400, you wrote:

> FWIW - i just went on-line at www.directv.com and edited my programming 
> packages to re-order NBA League Pass again and it is now confirmed.
>
> Unfortunately, no discount for "Early Bird" orders as in years past. Cost: 
> $159 currently showing on website.
>
> Like everyone else, it used to automatically re-new and be billed in 4 
> installments. Oh well, at least it's confirmed.