APPLY TO JOIN OUR SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT STARTUPS TO FOLLOW IN 2026 REPORT

Our flagship report is back for its fourth edition, spotlighting the startups redefining the sports and entertainment ecosystem. Since its launch in 2023, our Sports & Entertainment Startups to Follow Report has become a leading reference for innovation, connecting startups, sports organisations, investors, and partners to think and act as one ecosystem.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Being part of the “Sports & Entertainment Startups to Follow In 2026” report means joining a global platform that celebrates innovation and creates visibility across the entire sports ecosystem.

Whether you’re building on the pitch, driving athlete performance, data, or analysis, or off the pitch, transforming fan engagement, operations, or media, this report is for you.

Our annual report has become a trusted reference for innovation over its last 3 editions, reaching thousands of industry readers and over 2,000 downloads worldwide.

Being featured gives your startup global visibility among prominent rights holders, investors, and partners actively seeking solutions to real challenges the sports industry faces. It’s a chance to build credibility, spark new collaborations, and position your product at the heart of the sports innovation ecosystem.

Applications are free of cost

METHODOLOGY AND HOW TO APPLY

Two Core Categories: As in previous years, startups will be classified into on-the-pitch (performance, health, data, training) and off-the-pitch (fan engagement, operations, media, commercial) solutions, reflecting different functions within sports organisations.

Clarity is Key: To ensure your startup is accurately represented, please provide a clear and concise description of your value proposition (250–300 words) and unique differentiator (<100 words). Avoid generic statements—focus on what your product does, who it serves, and the tangible problem it solves.

Consistency Matters: Incomplete or inconsistent answers often delay review and reduce your chances of being featured. Take time to review your submission before sending.

Submit your application below, and we’ll be in touch shortly with the outcome and next steps.

Application Deadline: 15th December, 2025

Please note: If you’ve been featured in a previous edition, no need to reapply. All 2025 startups will be contacted after the application phase to share their progress for potential inclusion in the 2026 report.