Sports and event tech on the fast track
Aussies sports innovation on point

The startups demonstrated just how diverse the sports and event tech landscape really is here in Melbourne, which is not surprising given the city’s self-appointed title as the sporting capital of Australia and indeed the world.

Here are the startups we heard from on the day:

Blinxel is a democratized augmented reality content and creation platform where anyone can record, distribute and view realistic 3d content.

Fantasy Esports is a non-wagering fantasy esports platform for the global gaming community.

Friends of Mr Ed is a new racing app designed by owners for owners. A personalised way to see all your horses in one view, chat with other owners and share the fun of ownership.

Signmee is an online forms platform that provides signing solutions through response data, summary report, and authentication.

Sportspass powers the platform behind loyalty, rewards, and sponsorship activation programs for sporting clubs and associations.

Weyoume is a decentralized social media platform, based on blockchain technology. It enables freedom, transparency and community to flourish at a global scale.

Humense is a volumetric video company solving the capture and display of humans for augmented reality and virtual reality.

LetsTrainMe matches the right trainer with the right pupil, bringing personal trainers and customers together.

TidyHQ is a membership management software used by groups, organsations of all sizes that makes membership administration simple for the entire board or committee.

Treiner is a football coaching marketplace service providing players of all skill levels the opportunity to increase their abilities, learn new skills and become better players both on and off the field.

Ultra Sync Sports is an app that connects all fans all around the world, so the team can see the huge support which extends far beyond the sport arena.

Intix is a ticketing technology solution business for the event, entertainment and sports industries that allows anyone to create, share and attend events of any kind including music festivals, exhibitions, sports events and local club functions.

Changing the game plan

Despite the massive disruptions caused by the coronavirus, Ollie and the rest of the SBC team were able to complete their global scouting tour. Applications for the program closed on 27 March, and with the program starting on 25 May, Ollie and his colleagues at SBC have the unenviable task of selecting 20 startups from around the world to pitch at a Selection Days event for the final 10 spots in the accelerator program.

In the words of the great India batsman, Sachin Tendulkar “Success is a process. During that journey sometimes there are stones thrown at you, and you convert them into milestones.”

Normally the SBC Selection Days event would be held in Melbourne but of course, in these times, it swiftly — and seamlessly — pivoted to a virtual event being held in May.

If you’re interested in talking to us about our work with startups or the Startupbootcamp Sports and Event Tech Accelerator Program, please get in touch.
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