It seems like finding family-friendly TV programming to watch with your family can be more trouble than it’s worth. But DIRECTV’s offerings make it easy to enjoy satellite TV with your family without leaving your kids and teenagers in the dust.

Check out some of the many channels that provide your home with educational programs and entertainment:

• ABC Family

• Animal Planet

• Discovery Kids

• National Geographic Channel

• Nickelodeon

• The Science Channel

• TV Land

But don’t worry about your kids having to stick to these family TV channels to avoid seeing age inappropriate things on TV. DIRECTV also has parental control settings to allow you to choose what TV programming they can watch.

2009 has been a wild year for tennis fans, with twist after twist in both the men and women’s games. Roger Federer looked lost this time last year after a defeat at the hands of Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon, but just twelve short months later, he’s back at the top of his game. Adding to the drama is Andy Roddick’s resurgence, giving Americans across the land hope that one of our own can finally take back the trophy. So how are you going to keep track of all of this hot tennis action? The best coverage is delivered by the US Open Experience from DIRECTV.

The first thing you need to know is that the US Open Experience is broadcast in 1080p high definition-you’ll see every little fuzz on the ball as it arcs upward to meet Roddick’s cannon serve. At that resolution, you won’t miss a single drop from Rafa’s headband (and we know how important that is to the ladies watching).

With the US Open Mix Channel, you can watch six live matches on a single screen, zooming into whichever game holds your attention. This is especially important in the early stages, when contests are spread across several stadiums as the initial huge batch of players is whittled down to a select few.

And to keep track of future action, just hit the red button on your remote, which will bring up future draws in both the men and women’s divisions. You’ll also be able to see who each player has taken on before.

The US Open is a great way to end the summer for tennis fans. With DIRECTV, you can be sure that you won’t miss a single volley.

Remember watching sports in the old days? You would tune your TV into one of the three or four channels available, and hope there was a game to enjoy. Most likely, you didn’t hold out much hope for catching your favorite team, especially if they didn’t happen to play in the same town. Luckily, those days are long gone, thanks to DIRECTV. With satellite television, you have access to an unbelievable variety of sports programming. Even better, you can watch all of this awesome action with some really special add-ons. Below, we’ll lay out a few of the latest and greatest sports accessories from DIRECTV.

NFL SUNDAY TICKET Package: Fantasy football fans absolutely love the Player Tracker feature. Keep track of up to 18 players in real time, with all of their stats laid out before you. When you need to make a trade decision in moments, that kind of information can mean the difference between winning and losing.

Game Mix Channel, MLB EXTRA INNINGS: Sometimes you need to stay up on more than one game at once. With MLB EXTRA INNINGS from DIRECTV, you can do way better than that, with eight games displayed across your high definition television. For real baseball fans following the wild card standings with a laser eye, this feature can ensure you’ll be ahead of the curve.

NHL Network, NHL CENTER ICE: The NHL Network has 24 hour updates on your favorite players and teams. You’ll also have access to info on both international and retired players.

DIRECTV is the next frontier in sports. These packages can fit into anyone’s entertainment budget, so take advantage of today’s great deals and subscribe to your favorite sports’ packages!

Sports are a part of the American fabric, and fans across the country tune in every day to follow their favorite teams. They’re aided in no small part by technology, specifically satellite television. Over the past ten years, coverage has expanded wildly, and today, every major American sport (along with some more obscure sports from around the globe) is available on TV. The best coverage comes from DIRECTV, with a package for every sport.

NFL SUNDAY TICKET for Football: The NFL SUNDAY TICKET is the perfect way to catch every football game the whole season long. For fans living away from their hometown team, there’s no better way to catch every down on Sunday.

NBA LEAGUE PASS for Basketball: The NBA LEAGUE PASS has all the hardcourt action you’ll be able to handle. Up to 40 games a week are broadcast, with 20 of them featured in stunning high definition television: a real slam dunk for basketball fans.

NHL CENTER ICE for Hockey: NHL CENTER ICE has all of hockey’s most hard-hitting action. With dual feeds offering both home and away commentary, you’ll have your choice of broadcasting.

MLB EXTRA INNINGS for Baseball: If you’re a baseball fanatic, you absolutely need MLB EXTRA INNINGS. You’ll have access to 80 games a week, including 40 matches in high def. And with the MixChannel, you can track 8 games at a time-that’ll come in handy once we start down the September stretch.

With DIRECTV satellite TV you can you access to all different types of top sporting events. These are just the four major sports. DIRECTV also offers packages that bring you both domestic and international soccer, Nascar, cricket, and all of the college sports you could ask for.

The end of summer means the coming of fall which in turn means more time inside. Avoid cabin fever by creating a wonderful space in your living room where family can spend time together. Everyone will appreciate this chance to stay entertained, regardless of the tempests that are brewing outside.

The first step is TV selection. A new HD screen will look great displaying all of the sports action of the NFL and NHL, along with action and science fiction movies. Prices have never been lower on these gorgeous high definition sets, so now is the time to pick one up at a steep discount. Add a decent speaker set-up, and you’ll have the home entertainment system you’ve always dreamed of.

From there, it’s time to decide on a programming provider. If you’re looking for great variety, reliability, and prices, there’s no better choice than DIRECTV. Satellite television has all of the best sports and movie packages, which will make sure that your family has something to watch all winter long.

Prepare for this fall by upgrading your home entertainment. With all of the options from DIRECTV, you can make sure that you and your family never has a dull moment inside.

Football season is upon us, folks, and that means just one thing. If you’re planning on keeping track of your favorite team (along with all of the other action across the league), you need to order the DirecTV NFL Sunday Ticket. There is no better way to enjoy all of the excitement that comes with the territory: hard hits, gravity-defying end zone catches, and, of course, Terrell Owens‘ legendary touchdown celebrations.

DirecTV streams up to 14 out of market games into your living each week as part of the NFL Sunday Ticket package. For fans living away from their team, that’s pretty much a necessity. Why head out to the bar to squint at a screen thirty feet away when you can enjoy your team from your own living room?

Let’s use a Buffalo Bills fan as an example. His company’s recently relocated him to Phoenix. While he’s loving the improvement in weather, his beloved Bills are nowhere to be seen on cable. Direct TV satellite TV and the NFL Sunday Ticket come to the rescue. This fan can now enjoy his favorite team week in and week out.

DirecTV also brings other features to the table, including Player Tracker (a sure hit for Fantasy Football fans), the NFL Network, and all of the pregame coaches’ shows from across the league. You just won’t find any of these extras on cable.

But you’ll have to act quick. Special deals on the NFL Sunday Ticket are available right now, but as the preseason approaches, they’re likely to increase. With all of this great action available, why wait? Talk to a representative today to find out how DirecTV can change the way you watch football.

If you were following America’s Greatest Pastime early this season, you’ve likely witnessed an intense season. First, the hype of Yankees Stadium couldn’t keep folks in the seats, however, and George Steinbrenner and Co. were forced to slash ticket prices to avoid unseemly holes in the audience for folks watching at home on satellite TV.

The end of the season is shaping up to provide new memories to help us forget the old ones. In the AL East, Boston and New York have renewed their epic rivalry, and August and September seem sure to thrill. Only a couple of games separate these two powerhouses, and the magic looks like it’s going to start flying anytime now.

In the National League, the Los Angeles Dodgers look like they could run away with the pennant. They’ve been pretty much unstoppable all season long, and appear to be gaining steam as we head into the home stretch.

There’s one constant in baseball amidst all of this uncertainty: if you’re looking to catch all the action at the end of the season, there’s no better avenue than the MLB EXTRA INNINGS package on DIRECTV. This programming is a serious baseball fan’s ultimate dream. It has everything you need to keep up with all the players, teams, and games in both the American and National Leagues.

Innovative features come together to give you the full range of features. However you look at it, DIRECTV’s MLB EXTRA INNINGS package is the most solid way to end this regular season.

Soon it will be time for the American version of football, NFL! In fact, this year is going to be bigger than ever for the NFL because the DIRECTV NFL SUNDAY TICKET is now offering full games on your iPhone. You will be able to watch up to 14 games every Sunday. Now, that of course is impossible to do but you will have a choice from that many games. You can choose from any number of cities and teams that are playing throughout the day.

At home, on your regular dish, you can enjoy being able to get the real-time scores and in-depth stats at the press of a button. I personally constantly tweet and twitter as the games are being played.  I have different twitter buddies all over the world that I’m members of various team fan clubs with.  And we’ll either watch games “together” as I view my satellite TV, or they’ll simply tweet with me about games they’re watching, while I watch different games on DIRECTV SUNDAY NFL TICKET. I record games on my DVR and watch them if there are two or three games playing at the same time that I want to see. I can always watch them later!

2009’s PGA Championship promises to be one of the most exciting yet. With 100 of the world’s top 101 golfers competing (a new record), this year’s winner can truly claim fame to the title of best golfer in the game. The tournament will be held from August 10-16 at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Minnesota, an award winning course sure to thrill. If you don’t count yourself amongst these top 101 athletes, your best ticket to the event is right in your living room. On DIRECTV you can find coverage of the tournament, from the opening drive to the final putt. Pair that programming with a nice HD television, and you won’t miss a single swing of great golf action.

As you might have guessed, Tiger Woods is the favorite to win this 91st incarnation of the PGA Championship. Reigning champion Padraig Harrington returns to defend his crown, along with 11 other former winners. The field is really wide open, if recent tournaments’ shocking results are any indication.

The opportunities for upsets abound, in fact, and with DIRECTV satellite TV, you can stay tuned to all of the early action for an inside view into potential dark horses. So set aside at least a few days this coming week, turn on your HD television, and enjoy the best competition golf has to offer.

DIRECTV’s NFL SUNDAY TICKET is everything a football lover could ask for and more! Best of all, it’s available for ordinary people right from the comfort of their living room sofa.

DIRECTV decided to fly in the face of conventional wisdom and improve something that everyone already loved. The outcome has been a truly revolutionary prospect for the sports community in general.

NFL SUNDAY TICKET available on DIRECTV is now extremely affordable and accessible. Furthermore, there is the option of seeing absolutely every game in spectacular high definition. 14 games per weekend, all in high def—it’s starting to sound like motive for a big neighborhood grill out! All you have to do is add the SuperFan feature to your NFL SUNDAY TICKET subscription you will be virtually inseparable from your HD TV the whole day. Or if you’re unable to be at home to see the action, DIRECTV is now offering its subscribers to get their NFL SUNDAY TICKET showdowns on their iPhones or even online!

So take advantage of this amazing deal and become one of the beneficiaries of the most awesome programming packages to hit the airwaves since the advent of satellite TV itself. There will never be a better moment to be a football fan, so be sure not to miss out!