Sports is easily one of the most popular pastimes in America, and many people who are unable or unwilling to attend live sporting events can easily watch anything from football to hockey with their DISH sports packages instead. Sports packages are tiered groups of sports channels, and the packages typically feature a much higher concentration of sports shows than any other genre of shows. This means that instead of having to wade through shows you have no interest in, you can catch up with your favorite team almost any time instead.

Depending on the package you get, many DISH sports packages will feature up two hundred channels of action packed viewing. Each package may have options for the number of sports channels you get, with prices varying accordingly. You can also get local sports channels in addition to nationally televised shows, so you never have to miss out on your local teams in action. You can stack packages to make sure you get your favorite sport in focus, so if you love college basketball, you can enjoy a package that features exclusive viewing for college basketball.

Thanks to the diversity of the available packages, even the more obscure sporting events can be enjoyed in your home, even if the event is around the world. Sports like cricket, horse racing, soccer and hockey are featured with many DISH sports packages. This means that you can see international events no matter what, and if you have the capabilities in your package, you can record a soccer event in Brazil that takes place in a different time zone and instead of watching it at three am, you can record it and watch it on your time. Many people enjoy being able to record their fave sports events, just to watch it later and rehash the game with friends.

According to statistics, the average American household watches over six hours of television a day. This means that your Dish package actually has a great deal of influence in your life. Poor viewing quality or poor package options can ruin an entire family's television viewing pleasure, so you need to carefully take the time to consider exactly what you want to watch and how much you are willing to pay. There are so many options when it comes to sports packages that you can easily find the best package that will make sure everyone is happy when they sit down in front of the TV.