Global Sports Venture Studio

Global Sports Venture Studio, founded in 2015 and based in New York, is a venture studio that connects top sports organizations to foster collaboration within the sports innovation ecosystem. The studio aims to enhance the experiences of fans and athletes by integrating advancements in sports, technology, and media. Through strategic partnerships and innovative initiatives, Global Sports Venture Studio is dedicated to shaping the future of the sports industry while driving forward-thinking solutions that benefit all stakeholders involved.

Cole Van Nice

Managing Partner

17 past transactions

TAPPP

Funding Round in 2018
TAPPP is a New York City-based company that simplifies access to sports content and betting by providing various payment options, making it safer and more convenient for consumers to manage their accounts. The company has made Major League Baseball and National Football League streaming products available through major physical and digital retailers in the United States. TAPPP is also expanding its payment solutions for sports betting, enabling millions of customers to top up their accounts with cash. In addition to its focus on sports betting, TAPPP develops a gaming and transaction platform that delivers real-time, content-specific viewing experiences across multiple devices, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction while supporting businesses in acquiring new customers and driving transactions.

Tonsser

Funding Round in 2018
Tonsser is a social network and utility app designed for youth soccer players, allowing them to track their performance statistics and improve their skills. The platform serves as a football talent recognition tool, enabling players to build their football resume and showcase their potential to teammates, coaches, and scouts. By facilitating connections with clubs seeking talent, Tonsser empowers young footballers to enhance their abilities while fostering community engagement and inspiration among peers. Through its features, the app supports players in their development and encourages them to continuously strive for improvement in their game.

Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC)

Venture Round in 2018
Los Angeles Football Club is a sporting organization that owns and runs football clubs. They provide an environment in which players receive competition while acquiring the training and personal development that prepares them for their future.

Keemotion

Series A in 2017
Keemotion LLC specializes in the development and marketing of automated audiovisual production solutions, primarily for basketball games. Founded in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company utilizes proprietary motion-detecting technology to autonomously film and produce high-quality sports footage. This innovative approach allows for cost-effective game capture without the need for traditional production teams or equipment. Keemotion's platform not only enables coaches, leagues, and broadcasters to stream events efficiently but also offers features such as game categorization, instant retrieval of video segments, and customizable highlights for fans. By providing affordable solutions, Keemotion supports media companies in producing and sharing content from lower leagues, enhancing the overall viewing experience while promoting social engagement around sporting events.

Greenfly

Series A in 2016
Greenfly, Inc. is a digital asset management company that specializes in content collaboration and distribution for sports and entertainment organizations. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with an additional office in Paris, France, Greenfly offers a software platform and mobile app designed to automate the collection, organization, and distribution of short-form digital media. This platform empowers users, including athletes and brand ambassadors, to create and share media content in real-time, thereby enhancing social engagement and expanding audiences. By streamlining content workflows, Greenfly enables organizations to improve fan engagement and drive revenue through effective media management.

ShotTracker

Seed Round in 2016
ShotTracker Inc. is a technology company based in Merriam, Kansas, specializing in wearable technology for basketball players. Founded in 2013, ShotTracker develops sensor-based systems that automatically track vital basketball statistics such as shot attempts, makes, and misses in real-time during practices and games. Their solution includes a wrist sensor, a net sensor, and a mobile application compatible with various Bluetooth-enabled iOS and select Android devices. The company's latest offering, ShotTracker TEAM, captures comprehensive statistics for entire basketball teams, allowing coaches to make informed decisions and adjustments based on data analytics. This innovation aims to enhance the performance of athletes at all levels of play by providing access to elite-level analytics in an affordable manner.

Renegade Brands

Venture Round in 2016
Renegade Brands, Inc. is a manufacturer of high-performance cleaning products based in Beachwood, Ohio, established in 2012. The company specializes in non-toxic and biodegradable solutions, including products designed to remove gasoline and diesel stains and odors from various surfaces, as well as laundry and commercial cleaning items. Renegade Brands is operated by a team of six athletes who emphasize integrity and passion in their approach to product development. Their offerings, such as Sweat X and Gas Off, are formulated to ensure exceptional performance without causing any adverse effects on human skin or the environment.

Keemotion

Convertible Note in 2016
Keemotion LLC specializes in the development and marketing of automated audiovisual production solutions, primarily for basketball games. Founded in 2014 and based in Brooklyn, New York, the company utilizes proprietary motion-detecting technology to autonomously film and produce high-quality sports footage. This innovative approach allows for cost-effective game capture without the need for traditional production teams or equipment. Keemotion's platform not only enables coaches, leagues, and broadcasters to stream events efficiently but also offers features such as game categorization, instant retrieval of video segments, and customizable highlights for fans. By providing affordable solutions, Keemotion supports media companies in producing and sharing content from lower leagues, enhancing the overall viewing experience while promoting social engagement around sporting events.

Doorstat

Convertible Note in 2015
DoorStat Inc. is a Chicago-based company that specializes in developing customer demographics software tailored for various industries, including retail, sports and events, real estate, entertainment, and quick-service restaurants. The company's innovative online video-based technology solution assists businesses in gathering critical data on people counting, consumer behavior, and customer demographics. By providing real-time insights, DoorStat enables organizations to better understand their customers' expectations and adapt their strategies accordingly, ultimately enhancing marketing effectiveness.

Juke

Seed Round in 2015
Juke is a Louisiana-based company that develops a mobile platform aimed at simplifying and enhancing the experience of fantasy sports. Formerly known as Yezno Inc., Juke focuses on making fantasy sports more accessible and enjoyable for users. Through its innovative approach, the company seeks to streamline the complexities often associated with fantasy sports, allowing players to engage more easily and effectively.

Swish Analytics

Seed Round in 2015
Swish Analytics Inc. is a sports predictions platform that specializes in providing accurate forecasts for bettors and fantasy sports players. Based in San Francisco and incorporated in 2013, the company utilizes machine learning and historical data to generate insights and analytics for major sports leagues, including MLB, NFL, and NBA. Swish Analytics offers a range of products, including sports predictions, daily fantasy optimized analytics, and betting tools, which are accessible through various platforms like FanDuel, DraftKings, and Yahoo. By employing proprietary algorithms, the company simplifies complex data into actionable metrics and forecasts, catering to fans, bettors, and media partners through licensing and subscription services.

Kinduct

Seed Round in 2015
Kinduct Technologies Inc., established in 2010 and headquartered in Halifax, Canada, specializes in a cloud-based data and analytics platform tailored for sports, tactical, and health organizations. The company's Athlete Management System (AMS) consolidates and integrates performance, health, and wellness data from diverse sources, offering tools for data visualization, injury tracking, and predictive analytics. Kinduct's platform supports over 550 teams, leagues, and organizations worldwide, including professional sports teams, military units, and healthcare providers, empowering them to make data-driven decisions and optimize performance.

Appetize

Venture Round in 2015
Appetize Technologies, Inc., established in 2011 and headquartered in Los Angeles, specializes in providing a comprehensive point of sale, inventory, and analytics platform for enterprises. The company offers a range of tools, including enterprise POS software, self-service kiosks, mobile and online ordering, and enterprise management services, designed to streamline guest transactions. Appetize serves a diverse client base, including sports and entertainment venues, educational institutions, theme parks, travel and leisure sites, and national chain brands. Notably, the company's robust and reliable mobile Point of Sale solution is deployed in over 700 venues worldwide, demonstrating its extensive reach and success in the industry.

SidePrize

Seed Round in 2015
SidePrize LLC operates a fantasy league platform that enhances the experience of fantasy sports by providing a digital payments solution tailored specifically for this market. Founded in 2015 and based in Atlanta, Georgia, the platform allows users to track their fantasy games and compete in weekly real-money matches against fellow league members. SidePrize addresses a significant gap in the market, as millions of fantasy players spend substantial amounts on their games but lack a comprehensive payment solution. The company has received multiple accolades, including the 'Rookie of the Year' award from the Fantasy Sports Trade Association in 2016, and it was part of the inaugural cohort of The LA Dodgers Sports & Entertainment Program, a pioneering sports and technology accelerator.

FocusMotion Health

Seed Round in 2015
FocusMotion is a company that specializes in fitness and orthopedic recovery technology. It develops innovative devices, including a smart knee brace and wrist sensors, to enhance the tracking and quantification of physical activity. The company offers TRAINR, a fitness software that automatically quantifies workouts while providing a virtual training environment for users to receive ongoing feedback. FocusMotion's technology integrates with smartwatches and fitness bands, enabling both users and physicians to monitor and analyze movements, exercise levels, and recovery progress through advanced sensor data. This approach aims to support individuals in achieving their fitness goals and assists healthcare professionals in evaluating patient rehabilitation.

ProDay

Seed Round in 2015
ProDay is a mobile application based in the United States that offers a subscription-based personal training service, allowing users to work out alongside professional athletes anytime and anywhere. The app features a variety of workouts that incorporate strength, cardio, and flexibility training, utilizing world-class fitness tracking and training methods. With contributions from a diverse group of renowned athletes, ProDay aims to keep subscribers both entertained and motivated during their fitness journeys.

FieldLevel

Venture Round in 2015
FieldLevel, Inc. operates a private social network tailored to sports recruiting and scouting, connecting coaches and teams with athletes suitable for their programs. Founded in 2008 and based in Pacific Palisades, California, the company aims to simplify the athletic recruiting process and enhance access to opportunities across various levels, from youth sports to professional athletics. FieldLevel empowers coaches by providing them with effective tools and a robust network to recruit dedicated athletes, while fostering transparency in the recruiting process. Utilizing proprietary machine learning technology, the platform offers real-time matching to facilitate connections between talent and opportunities, ensuring that athletes can continue to engage in the sports they love. The company serves a global clientele, striving for excellence in athlete profiles, search functionality, and communication.
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