JDS Sports

JDS Sports is a private equity investment firm established in 2017 and based in Rye, New York. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage companies that have the potential to disrupt various sectors, including sports, commerce and collectibles, technology, content development and distribution, and entertainment. JDS Sports focuses on seed and series A funding, as well as mergers and acquisitions. In addition to providing capital, the firm supports its portfolio brands in achieving synergies with each other, enhancing their growth and market presence.

Matt Aronson

President

Peter Robert Casey

Founding Partner and CEO

17 past transactions

SuperNFT

Series A in 2022
SuperNFT is the developer of virtual event platform intended to organize decentralized music festivals and events.

Aglet

Venture Round in 2022
Aglet is a digital platform based in Los Angeles, California, that connects sneaker enthusiasts, creators, and brands through a marketplace for virtual sneakers. The platform provides a gamified experience where users can earn in-game currency, compete globally, and collect virtual sneakers while engaging with the physical world. Aglet allows consumers to operate virtual retail shops within the gaming environment, offering designers opportunities to bring their sneaker designs into reality. This innovative approach not only appeals to sneakerheads but also fosters interaction among users, blending gaming and fitness in a unique manner.

Streamwise

Seed Round in 2022
Streamwise is an enterprise SaaS platform helping content distributors centralize and standardize their data, providing actionable business intelligence for daily business decisions and enabling game-changing data sharing, all without needing a data science department.

Rumble League Studios

Seed Round in 2021
Rumble League Studio's purpose is to empower players by changing the existing quo of digital ownership.

The GIST

Seed Round in 2021
The GIST is a media company based in Toronto, Canada, that focuses on providing sports content and community experiences specifically for women. Founded in 2017, the company aims to address the underrepresentation of women in sports discussions by curating and contextualizing sports news. The GIST offers various platforms for engagement, including e-newsletters, daily social media updates, a website, and organized viewing parties. Recognizing the importance of inclusivity in sports conversations, the company seeks to empower underserved fans and foster connections among them. Through its initiatives, The GIST strives to create a more equitable sports culture where diverse voices are heard and valued.

Slate Milk

Seed Round in 2021
Slate Milk is a brand that specializes in lactose-free, all-natural chocolate milks and lattes, focusing on products with decreased sugar and higher protein content. The company operates an e-commerce platform that offers beverages free from artificial coloring and common allergens such as gluten, nuts, lactose, soy, and carrageenan. By providing a healthier alternative to traditional flavored milk, Slate Milk caters to health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious options without added sugars.

Dibbs

Seed Round in 2020
With a secure platform for the minting and redemption of physical-backed digital collectibles, Dibbs is the physical world’s onramp to Web3, helping brands and IP holders create a digital presence for their real-life collectibles and forge a new path for deeper connection within their communities. Launched in 2021, Dibbs has raised more than $15 million in venture capital from a variety of notable investors, ranging from Amazon, Tusk Venture Partners, Foundry Group, CourtsideVC, and Founder Collective; to athletes including Chris Paul, Channing Frye, Skylar Diggins-Smith, DeAndre Hopkins, Kevin Love and Kris Bryant. The company is based in Los Angeles, CA.

VidMob

Venture Round in 2019
VidMob operates a global platform that connects brands with professional video creators for real-time, bid-based marketplace transactions. Users can upload media directly from their devices or cloud storage and receive edited content from expert editors worldwide. Incorporated in 2014, VidMob has offices in New York, London, Chicago, Boston, Dublin, São Paulo, and West Hollywood. The platform leverages AI-powered analytics and a global creator network to optimize ad campaign ROI by delivering actionable creative insights, faster turnaround times, and better-performing ads. Notably, VidMob is recognized as a certified creative marketing partner by major digital platforms and allocates a portion of its revenue to fund pro bono creative services for non-profits through its 501(c)(3) arm, VidMob Gives.

1091

Private Equity Round in 2019
1091 is championing independent filmmakers, elevating fresh voices, and bringing their stories to a global audience. They offer film and series owners full-service distribution to destinations with marketing support and a dashboard with distribution insights.

ReadyUp

Venture Round in 2019
ReadyUp is an interactive event platform designed to enhance gaming communities by facilitating the discovery and participation in events. It allows users to find, follow, and engage with events organically, integrating them as content rather than relying on paid marketing. The platform not only empowers fans to add events to their calendars and share them but also provides tools for businesses to achieve their objectives through increased engagement. Additionally, ReadyUp offers a comprehensive esports team management solution that supports both amateur and professional athletes in managing their teams effectively. Its features include roster management, scheduling, communication services, and information on tournaments, enabling gamers to organize matches and practices seamlessly.

Inflcr

Venture Round in 2019
INFLCR, Inc. provides a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform designed for sports team properties to manage their content distribution across an influencer network that includes athletes, coaches, and alumni. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, the platform functions as a social media customer relationship management tool, enabling teams and leagues to store, track, and deliver digital assets such as photos and videos through the social media channels of their brand ambassadors. INFLCR's dashboard allows users to measure the reach and performance of their content, offering insights into audience engagement and effectiveness. The company focuses on social media marketing, content marketing, and personal brand development within the sports industry.

Transmit.Live

Venture Round in 2018
Transmit.Live, LLC operates a cloud-based platform that specializes in live streaming media management, marketing, and distribution. Based in New York, the company centralizes live stream operations, allowing users to manage, distribute, analyze, and grow their audience for live content. Transmit.Live offers three key products: Simulcaster for live distribution, RTV for live promotion, and Signal for live insights. Its software helps streaming platforms and broadcasters enhance monetization by creating new in-stream inventory, optimizing traditional ad breaks, and developing tailored ad experiences in real time. This enterprise-level solution simplifies the distribution and promotion of live or simulated live channels, enabling media operators to dynamically inject in-content advertisements across various devices while improving the overall viewer experience.

RTG Features

Venture Round in 2018
RTG Features is a film and television production and financing studio focused on creating and adapting content related to basketball. The company specializes in developing both scripted and unscripted multimedia productions, including feature films, television shows, documentaries, and podcasts. By leveraging the rich storytelling potential of basketball, RTG Features aims to deliver captivating narratives that highlight iconic moments in the sport, explore untold stories, and celebrate basketball's cultural significance. Through its diverse offerings, the studio seeks to engage audiences and enhance the appreciation of basketball through original media.

SLAM Media

Venture Round in 2017
SLAM Media Inc. is a publisher specializing in basketball-related content. The company produces online magazines and e-magazines that deliver breaking news, rumors, original videos, and long-form features about the sport. By consolidating a wide range of basketball information on a single platform, SLAM Media Inc. aims to provide comprehensive coverage for basketball enthusiasts and professionals alike.

19Nine

Venture Round in 2017
19nine is a vintage-inspired basketball clothing brand that focuses on celebrating the rich history and nostalgia of college basketball. With a deep understanding of the sport's rivalries, championships, legendary players, and coaches, the company creates original designs that evoke cherished memories from past eras. Their product line features quality cotton blended t-shirts designed to provide a vintage feel while ensuring a modern fit and durability. By blending nostalgia with contemporary style, 19nine allows basketball enthusiasts to express their passion for the game and relive iconic moments in basketball history.

Sports Passport

Venture Round in 2015
Mobile app to track, relive, and chronicle every game you attend.

Five-Star Basketball

Venture Round in 2011
Five-Star Basketball is a digital platform focused on engaging competitive youth basketball players and their communities through a variety of resources and programs. The company provides high-intensity camps, clinics, and development leagues tailored for both boys and girls. In addition to these training opportunities, Five-Star Basketball specializes in player blogs, event coverage videos, and tips from NBA players, creating a comprehensive resource for young athletes. Their innovative approach to digital media and events aims to set new standards within the youth basketball community, helping players to realize their full potential both on and off the court.
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