Investor Database
300+ verified investors active in sports and entertainment.
125 Ventures
125 Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on the intersection of sports, media, and entertainment with technology. The firm has a strategic emphasis on the growth of women's sports, leveraging trends in viewership, media rights, and fan engagement. It also targets opportunities in AI and data analytics for content and performance, the creator economy, and the monetization of college athletics through NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness).
Rhode Island FC (USL Championship, equity investment), Oura (wearable tech/sports health), Curastory (creator economy/sports media), Scout (sports tech). Note: Lorine Pendleton has also made over 40+ angel and prior fund investments including Madison Reed, Canela Media, CEEK, Whetstone Magazine, Maven Clinic, and Hire an Esquire.
Rhode Island FC (USL Championship), equity investment, date not explicitly specified but cited as a current portfolio company in 2024/2025 reporting.
1892 Holdings
Recently acquired a dedicated strategic minority stake in Fenway Sports Group's (FSG) Liverpool F.C. platform
Liverpool F.C. strategic minority stake
1919 Partners LLC
1919 Investment Counsel, LLC is a multi-family office and registered investment advisor that provides customized wealth management, trust, and financial planning services. Their investment strategy is primarily return-driven, focusing on high-net-worth individuals, families, and institutions. While they manage diversified portfolios across equity, fixed-income, and alternative assets, they are not a dedicated sports-focused private equity firm. The mention of '1919 Partners LLC' in a sports context appears to be a distinct entity or a specific holding vehicle unrelated to the broader 1919 Investment Counsel, LLC wealth management firm.
1919 Partners LLC has been identified as a central entity in the ownership structure of Sheffield United Football Club (EFL Championship), replacing a previous holding structure as of early 2025.
Sheffield United Football Club (ownership structure), reported in early 2025.
26North
Next-generation alternatives platform investing flexibly across asset classes and capital structures through a partnership-first approach, with an initial focus on private equity, credit and insurance solutions. Sports and live entertainment exposure runs through its founder's ownership platforms.
Washington Commanders (NFL, Managing Partner), Philadelphia 76ers (NBA, Managing Partner), New Jersey Devils (NHL), Crystal Palace FC (Premier League, General Partner), Unrivaled Sports (Co-Founder, with David Blitzer and The Chernin Group).
26North raised a $5.9B+ inaugural private equity fund (April 2026)
2PointZero Group
International institutional investor in sports technology. Recent: Participated in WHOOP $575M Series G (March 2026).
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49ers Enterprises
49ers Enterprises acts as the strategic investment and business development arm of the San Francisco 49ers. Their thesis focuses on acquiring and investing in global sports properties, particularly historic football clubs, to drive commercial growth, operational excellence, and performance through professional management, while also leveraging technology and partnerships to enhance the fan experience and revenue streams.
1. Leeds United Football Club (English Football): Initial 15% minority stake in 2018, increased to 44% in 2021, and completed a full takeover to become sole owner in July 2023. 2. Rangers Football Club (Scottish Football): Led a U.S.-based consortium to acquire a 51% majority stake in May 2025. 3. VenueNext: Incubated and founded this technology company focused on live event experiences (acquired by Shift4 in 2021). 4. ChargeNet Holdings: Investment in EV charging infrastructure technology.
Rangers Football Club, majority ownership stake (51%) acquired by a consortium led by 49ers Enterprises and Andrew Cavenagh, announced May 30, 2025.
Kyle Auffray
Sports-focused investment vehicle founded by former NFL player Kyle Auffray. Invests across the sports asset class — sports and entertainment finance, athlete-led ventures, and sports properties — and partners with athlete-capital platforms to back the next generation of sports investments.
Champion Venture Partners (CVP) — partnership/joined forces to drive investments across the sports asset class. G.R.I.T. Ventures — co-founded with Marques Colston (former NFL star), backing athlete-led and sports ventures.
Joined forces with Champion Venture Partners (CVP) — the athlete-focused fund co-founded by former NFL star Marques Colston — to invest across the sports asset class
51 Ventures
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525 Rosario
525 Rosario is a global content studio and production company founded by Lionel Messi in partnership with Smuggler Entertainment. Its primary focus is the development, production, and distribution of premium content, including film, television, and digital media, often centered around sports, entertainment, and the personal brand of Lionel Messi.
525 Rosario is primarily a production entity rather than a traditional sports investment fund. Known projects include the production of 'Messi Meets America' (Apple TV+) and 'The Messi Cup'. While Lionel Messi has a separate investment vehicle called 'Play Time Sports-Tech' for sports-tech and team investments, 525 Rosario focuses on content creation.
The launch of 525 Rosario as a global content studio in September 2024, which serves as a production extension of Lionel Messi's business ventures.
776 VC
Alexis Ohanian and 776 focus on early-stage investments in companies that can build passionate communities, leverage AI, and serve as infrastructure for the creator economy. In sports, Ohanian specifically targets women's sports as a generationally undervalued asset class, emphasizing the need for teams and leagues to control their own content distribution and media infrastructure.
Angel City FC (NWSL, founding control owner, 2020); TMRW Sports (equity investor, co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy); Chelsea Women (investment in the club, 2025); Ticket Wallet (seed round lead, 2025); Professional Flag Football League (investor); Athlos (track and field event series, founder/creator, 2024).
Investment in Chelsea Women (May 2025) to support the club's growth and potential.
777 Partners
777 Partners operated as a private equity firm that utilized a leveraged multi-club ownership (MCO) model in global soccer, funded primarily by insurer borrowings (A-CAP). Their strategy focused on acquiring distressed or undervalued sports assets to build a global portfolio, aiming to generate returns through operational synergies, media rights management, and player trading.
The firm's portfolio included: Genoa CFC (Italy, Serie A, 99.99% stake acquired 2021), Standard Liège (Belgium, Pro League), Red Star FC (France, Ligue 2), CR Vasco da Gama (Brazil, Série A), Hertha BSC (Germany, Bundesliga), Melbourne Victory (Australia, A-League), and a minority stake (approx. 15%) in Sevilla FC (Spain, LaLiga). They also held interests in the London Lions (British Basketball League), Fanatiz (streaming), 1190 Sports (rights management), Atalanta Media (women's soccer platform), and Uplay (basketball platform). They attempted to acquire Everton FC (English Premier League) but the deal failed.
The firm's last major sports-related activity was the attempted acquisition of Everton FC, which collapsed in 2024, leading to the firm's bankruptcy and the seizure of its assets by primary lender A-CAP.
777 Partners NY
777 Partners pursued an aggressive, debt-fueled, multi-club ownership strategy in global football, aiming to leverage data-driven player trading and operational synergies across a portfolio of distressed or undervalued assets. Their broader firm strategy focused on specialized finance, insurance, and aviation, often utilizing complex, layered financing structures.
Genoa CFC (Italy, 99.99% stake, 2021); Standard Liège (Belgium, 2022); CR Vasco da Gama (Brazil, 2022); Red Star FC (France, 2022); Hertha BSC (Germany, 64.7% stake, 2023); Sevilla FC (Spain, minority stake); Melbourne Victory (Australia, minority stake); London Lions (UK, basketball franchise); British Basketball League (UK, minority stake); Fz Sports (Series C, 2023).
Fz Sports (Series C round, June 15, 2023)
77NINENINE Representation
Not a fund manager — 77NINENINE operates as a holistic support system and agency for athletes rather than managing venture capital or private equity funds to buy sports teams. Core services and programs: athlete representation and life planning; mental health resources and wellness coaching; financial literacy and career transition planning after sports; and mentorship and leadership development programs.
77NINENINE Representation — athlete representation/NIL portfolio across football.
77NINENINE Representation — holistic athlete support system spanning athlete representation and life planning, mental health and wellness coaching, financial literacy and career transition planning, and mentorship and leadership development programs
A&A Management Group
A&A Management Group operates as a sports and entertainment management firm focused on brand strategy, business development, and equity partnerships for professional athletes. Their thesis centers on transitioning athletes from traditional performers into entrepreneurs, media moguls, and brand owners to ensure long-term financial stability and legacy building.
A&A Management Group has facilitated various equity and partnership deals for their clients, including: 1) Hilo Nutrition (sports nutrition gummy company) - converted a marketing opportunity into an equity stake for a client; 2) Various brand partnerships for clients including Travis Kelce, Jonathan Kuminga, Denzel Ward, Joe Haden, and Bones Hyland with global brands such as Amazon, Experian, Louis Vuitton, and State Farm. The firm does not act as a traditional league-certified agent but manages business portfolios.
Acquisition of A&A Management Group by 3 Arts Entertainment (June 2025), where A&A founders became partners to lead 3 Arts' sports division.
ADvantage Sports Tech Fund
Invests in early-stage technology companies shaping the future of sports, leveraging a strong global network to source leading opportunities in fan engagement and experience, connected athletes and communities, and derivative sports (eSports, fantasy, and new sports), targeting a diversified portfolio of category-defining companies worldwide.
Key portfolio: Infinite Athlete (Chelsea FC front-of-shirt sponsor; biomechanical data, performance analytics, broadcast media); Playermaker (FIFA-certified boot-mounted wearable sensor); Ladder (digital strength-training subscription app); Greenfly (short-form media distribution for 13+ of the top 15 pro sports leagues); TAPPP (in-play betting & digital commerce for live broadcasts); Track160 (AI optical tracking & tactical video); Rooter (India's leading game-streaming & esports community); GreenPark Sports (metaverse digital fandom platform). Also led the Estrela da Amadora SAD 90% acquisition (~€40M).
Estrela da Amadora SAD (90% majority stake, ~€40M, 2026)
AMB Sports and Entertainment
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Atlanta Drive GC (TMRW Sports / PGA Tour's virtual golf league) — majority-owned franchise
ANU Golf (Bryson DeChambeau)
Acquires and scales sports technology platforms that enhance athlete performance through AI and data analytics.
Sportsbox AI acquisition.
Sportsbox AI acquisition, eight-figure sum (May 2026)
APEX Capital
Focus: Global sports fund backed by elite international athletes. Invests in sports technology, athlete health, consumer performance gear, and digital nutrition/recovery platforms.
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ARES BOD MLB Player Ares
Ares Management focuses on providing flexible, creative capital solutions to sports leagues, teams, and related businesses. Their strategy targets the broader sports, media, and entertainment ecosystem, viewing sports as an undercapitalized sector with predictable, long-dated revenue streams driven by live, unscripted content and global expansion.
Ares Management has invested in: Chelsea FC (Premier League, minority equity/capital injection), Inter Miami CF (MLS, minority equity), Miami Dolphins (NFL, minority equity), and SailGP (French team, equity). They previously held shares in McLaren Racing (sold 2025) and Atletico Madrid (sold majority of shares to Apollo Global Management in 2025).
Ares Management is currently raising a bespoke sports fund for European investors (announced February 2026) to target debt and equity investments in sports leagues and teams.
Aaron Judge
Aaron Judge is a professional athlete who engages in selective angel investing, primarily focusing on consumer-facing brands and lifestyle companies rather than institutional sports team ownership or a formal investment fund.
There are no public records of Aaron Judge owning, holding equity in, or investing in sports teams, leagues (such as MLS, NWSL, NBA, NFL, or USL), or sports properties. His investment activity is limited to private angel investments in consumer companies, such as Tall Order Socks.
None. His last reported angel investment was in the consumer apparel company Tall Order Socks (November 2022).
Aaron Rodgers
Consumer brands and alternative assets
Co-founder of Rx3 Ventures; investments in farmland, organic foods, truck accessories; investor via Patricof Co
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Accelerate Ventures UK
London-based venture capital fund (founded 2023) investing in sports, technology and culture. Sector-agnostic within sports but underpinned and driven by technology, connecting startups with industry leaders, strategic partners and potential investors through its extensive network.
PlayerData (performance-tracking data, 2025), Betmate (social betting brand, 2025), Camb.AI (AI dubbing/translation, 2025)
Invested in Camb.AI (2025), the AI-powered dubbing/translation startup, following investments in PlayerData and Betmate.
Adatlanta (Celtics)
The investment group led by Bill Chisholm focuses on acquiring premier, high-brand-equity sports franchises with a long-term view toward value appreciation and championship-level performance. The strategy emphasizes leveraging the historical prestige of the Boston Celtics brand while balancing competitive payroll requirements with sustainable financial operations.
Boston Celtics (NBA): Majority ownership stake acquired by a group led by Bill Chisholm for $6.1 billion, announced March 2025 and finalized August 2025. The deal includes a consortium of investors including Sixth Street, Wyc Grousbeck, Rob Hale, Aditya Mittal, Bruce Beal, Andrew Bialecki, Dom Ferrante, Mario Ho, and Ian Loring.
Boston Celtics (NBA), majority ownership acquisition, finalized August 2025.
Advance Publications
Advance Publications is a private, family-held holding company that focuses on long-term value creation through a diversified portfolio. Its strategy involves acquiring and operating companies in media, entertainment, technology, education, and communications, while also maintaining significant minority stakes in high-growth public and private entities.
The Ironman Group (acquired 2020, mass participation sports platform including Ironman Triathlons and Absa Cape Epic); Leaders Group (sports business intelligence and events); American City Business Journals (includes sports business reporting); National Sports Forum (investment March 2025); Sporting News Media (formerly owned); Bleacher Report (formerly owned/held via Turner/Warner Bros. Discovery interests).
National Sports Forum, investment announced March 31, 2025.
Aequus Sports LLC
Aequus Sports LLC is a professional sports partnership focused on community-centric sports ownership, specifically aiming to drive equity, economic development, and opportunity through professional soccer. Their strategy emphasizes building diversified ownership groups that include accomplished athletes and business leaders to create sustainable, community-focused sports assets.
Aequus Sports LLC owns and operates USL Spokane, which includes the professional men's team Spokane Velocity FC (USL League One) and the professional women's team Spokane Zephyr FC (USL Super League), as well as a pre-professional women's team (Spokane Zephyr). These entities were launched in 2023.
Series B funding round for Aequus Sports LLC, totaling $15,000,000, announced on May 15, 2025.
Agentiq Sports
Agentiq Sports turns future athlete earnings into tradable securities, giving fans direct exposure to a compounding, uncorrelated asset class without the high-variance, binary outcomes of sports gambling. Sports has compounded for a decade, with league valuations and athlete brands consistently rising, yet everyday fans have been locked out of this upside, settling for collectibles or fleeting sports bets. Agentiq bridges this gap by allowing fans to buy and trade real shares in the athletes they believe in, building long-term portfolios that pay cash distributions as those careers grow.
Raised $4 million to build a new type of sports investment platform giving fans indirect exposure to professional athletes' future earnings through regulated securities.
$4 million raise (2026)
Alan Waxman
Co-Chair of Bay FC (NWSL) via Sixth Street Partners majority institutional PE backing
Bay FC Co-Chair (NWSL)
Albany Pro Soccer
Ed Mitzen’s approach to sports investment is primarily driven by community revitalization, social impact, and regional economic development. His strategy focuses on using professional sports as a catalyst for urban renewal, aiming to boost local morale, increase foot traffic, and spur surrounding commercial and residential development.
The only publicly reported sports investment project is the intent to bring a Major League Soccer (MLS) NEXT Pro expansion team to Albany, New York, announced in May 2024. This project is part of a larger $300 million urban development plan for the Liberty Park area, which includes a stadium, mixed-income housing, hotel space, and green space.
The intent to bring an MLS NEXT Pro expansion team to Albany, New York, announced in May 2024, involving a proposed $300 million mixed-use development project.
Alex Morgan
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Alex Rodriguez & Marc Lore
Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore focus on high-growth sports franchises and technology-driven sports platforms. Their strategy involves acquiring controlling stakes in major professional sports teams to drive value through operational improvements, while simultaneously investing in sports-tech startups that modernize fan engagement, data analytics, and digital sports markets.
Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) - 100% ownership stake (finalized 2025); Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) - 100% ownership stake (finalized 2025); Mojo (Athlete 'stock market' app) - Equity investment (2022); Jump (Sports-tech startup) - Founder/Investor (undisclosed date); Tornado (Online brokerage) - Equity investment (2021).
Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx (finalized 100% acquisition in April 2025).
Alexis Belton
Alexis Belton is a professional athlete, media personality, and sports marketing professional. Her focus is not on institutional sports investment or club ownership, but rather on talent marketing, athlete mentorship, and brand partnership development. She works as an Account Director at Integrity 9, a sports and entertainment agency, where she connects athletes with brand partnerships across NIL, social media, and content creation.
Alexis Belton does not hold ownership stakes in sports teams or leagues. Her 'deals' are professional partnerships and sponsorships. Notable collaborations include: Partnership with Nespresso for a run club event (2025); Co-founder of 'Practice with Pros,' a junior girls' golf mentorship initiative sponsored by Gainbridge and Parity (2025); Professional athlete career as a 3x World Long Drive Champion (2017-2019).
Launch of the 'Practice with Pros' Junior Girls Golf Intensive Camp, a mentorship and performance initiative, announced in late 2025.
Alk Capital/Velocity Sports
ALK Capital, through its sports investment arm Velocity Sports Partners (VSP), focuses on acquiring and managing professional sports clubs and sports-tech companies. Their strategy centers on operational turnarounds, leveraging data-driven talent identification, commercial expansion, and building a 'championship culture' by integrating financial discipline with sports management expertise.
1. Burnley F.C. (Premier League): Acquired an 84% majority stake in December 2020 for approximately $271 million. 2. AiScout (Football technology): Strategic investment in the talent identification platform (2023). 3. Player LENS (Football technology): Strategic investment in the transfer market platform (2023). 4. Rezzil (VR developer): Investment in the virtual reality sports training platform (March 2024). 5. RCD Espanyol (LaLiga): Acquired the club in October 2025 for approximately $150 million.
Cynosure | Checketts Sports Capital made a $200 million strategic investment into Velocity Sports Partners (the parent company of Burnley F.C. and RCD Espanyol) in November 2025.
Altius Sports Partner
Altius Sports Partners (ASP) is not an investment firm, but a specialized consulting and advisory firm focused on the collegiate athletics landscape. Its core mission is to provide strategic guidance to university athletic departments regarding revenue generation, operational efficiency, NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) strategy, and commercial growth, aiming to function as a 'McKinsey' or 'Deloitte' for college sports.
Altius Sports Partners does not make equity investments in sports teams or leagues. Its 'deals' are exclusively consulting and advisory service contracts. They have held advisory agreements with over 39 universities, including Clemson, Duke, Georgia, LSU, Notre Dame, North Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin. The firm was acquired by Underdog & Co. in November 2023, with NewSpring Capital involved in the transaction.
Not applicable as an investor; however, the firm was acquired by Underdog & Co. in November 2023.
Altius Sports Partners
Altius Sports Partners is a strategic consulting firm for collegiate athletics, not an investment firm. Its business model focuses on providing comprehensive solutions for athletic departments, including NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) strategy, revenue generation, operational efficiency, and on-campus general manager programs. The firm aims to act as an external innovation department for universities.
Altius Sports Partners does not make equity investments in sports teams or leagues. Its 'deals' are service-based consulting contracts with university athletic departments. Known institutional clients include: Northwestern, Cincinnati, LSU, Oklahoma State, Virginia, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Iowa, Rutgers, Michigan, Western Michigan, and Arizona State. The firm was acquired by Underdog & Company in late 2023.
Not applicable; Altius Sports Partners is a consulting firm, not an investment firm. Its most recent major corporate transaction was its acquisition by Underdog & Company in November 2023.
Aly Wagner
Founding owner, Co-Chair, and alternate governor of Bay FC (NWSL) — one of the 'Founding Four' USWNT legends
Bay FC Co-Chair & Alternate Governor (NWSL)
Amer Sports
Amer Sports is a global sporting goods company that operates as a brand owner and manufacturer rather than a traditional investment firm. Its strategy focuses on acquiring, developing, and scaling premium sports and outdoor brands through innovation, direct-to-consumer retail expansion, and global market penetration.
Amer Sports has historically acquired and divested various sports brands. Key acquisitions include: Koho-Tuote (1974, ice hockey equipment), Wilson Sporting Goods (1989, ball sports), Atomic (1994, winter sports), DeMarini (2000, baseball/softball), Salomon (2005, outdoor), Arc'teryx (2005, outdoor), Louisville Slugger (2015, baseball), and Peak Performance (2018, apparel). Divestitures include: Marimekko (1991), McGregor Golf (1997), Precor (2021), Suunto (2022), and ENVE Composites (2024). The company also maintains commercial partnerships, such as Wilson's exclusive basketball provider contract with the NBA and its relationship with the NFL.
Amer Sports' most recent major corporate activity was its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange on February 1, 2024, which raised $1.4 billion to fuel its growth strategy.
American Soccer Partners
American Soccer Partners is an advisory firm focused on professional soccer clubs, leagues, and ownership groups. Its strategy centers on market expansion, commercial tiering, and the creation of long-term enterprise value for sports properties.
Court Jeske was a founding CEO and minority owner of Nashville SC (USL to MLS transition, 2016-2019). He is currently a minority owner of an Oklahoma City professional soccer club and stadium project. As an executive, he led international business for Major League Soccer (2009-2017) and served as Chief Commercial Officer for the United Soccer League (2019-2024).
Minority ownership stake in an Oklahoma City professional soccer club and stadium development project (ongoing).
Ami Kuan Danoff
Core consortium investor in Boston Legacy FC (NWSL Boston) via Boston Unity Partners
Boston Legacy FC consortium investor (NWSL)
Amit Bhatia
Via 1892 Holdings, recently acquired a dedicated strategic minority stake in FSG's Liverpool F.C. platform
Liverpool F.C. strategic minority stake
Amy Banse
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Andalusian Sports Advisors
Andalusian Sports Advisors operates as a strategic advisory boutique providing high-touch, tailored M&A, capital markets, and governance advisory services to professional sports teams, owners, and leagues. Their approach leverages deep industry expertise, a vast network of institutional capital, and a unique perspective as both advisors and principals to facilitate complex, high-stakes transactions in the global sports ecosystem.
1. MLS NEXT Pro: Buyside M&A Advisor to KKR and Hometown Soccer Holdings (2026). 2. Tampa Bay Rays: Buyside M&A Advisor to Patrick Zalupski (2025). 3. Los Angeles Chargers: Sellside M&A Advisor to Dea Spanos Berberian and siblings on the sale of a 27% stake to Tom Gores (2024). 4. Boston Celtics: Buyside M&A Advisor to a private family (2025). 5. Everton F.C.: Buyside M&A Advisor to The Friedkin Group on majority acquisition (2024). 6. Tampa Bay Lightning: Sellside M&A Advisor to Vinik Sports Group on sale of a portion of the team to Doug Ostrover and Marc Lipschultz (2024). 7. Philadelphia Eagles: Buyside M&A Advisor to a high-net-worth family on minority stake acquisition (2024). 8. Washington Commanders: Buyside M&A Advisor to Josh Harris on majority acquisition (2023). 9. Carolina Panthers: Buyside M&A Advisor to David Tepper on controlling stake acquisition (2018). 10. Pittsburgh Steelers: Sellside M&A Advisor to David Tepper on sale of 10% stake (2019).
Advisor to KKR and Hometown Soccer Holdings for their involvement in MLS NEXT Pro (2026).
Andalusian Sports Advisors (ASA)
Andalusian Sports Advisors (ASA) is a premier boutique financial advisory firm specializing exclusively in high-stakes M&A, capital restructuring, valuation, and stadium advisory within the global sports ecosystem. ASA operates as an integrated arm of the Andalusian platform (andalusian.com).
Orchestrated David Tepper's $2.3B acquisition of the Carolina Panthers (Jeffrey Kaplan, while COO of Appaloosa Management).
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Andell former Chicago Fire MLS
Andell is a private investment firm and family office that pursues a long-term, value-oriented investment strategy. In sports, the firm historically focused on acquiring control stakes in established franchises with growth potential, viewing them as both a passion-driven commitment and a long-term financial asset. Their broader investment approach involves acquiring control and minority stakes in private and public companies, real estate, and partnerships with top-tier investment managers.
1. Chicago Fire Soccer Club (MLS): Acquired majority ownership from AEG in 2007 for approximately $35 million; sold the club to Joe Mansueto in 2019 for approximately $400 million. 2. BSN Sports (formerly Sports Supply Group): Andell acquired an ownership stake in 2007, orchestrated a take-private transaction in 2010, and exited via a strategic sale in 2013.
The sale of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club to Joe Mansueto in September 2019 for approximately $400 million.
Andre Iguodala
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL); four-time NBA champion (Golden State Warriors)
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Angel Reese
Angel Reese focuses on building a diversified business portfolio that prioritizes representation, empowerment of women in sports and business, and supporting Black-led or community-focused brands. Her strategy involves leveraging her personal brand to elevate women's sports and commerce, often aligning with platforms that challenge existing systems and promote inclusivity.
1. DC Power Football Club (USL Super League): Founding investor/minority ownership stake (May 2024). 2. TOGETHXR (Media and Commerce Company): Investor and member of the ownership group (September 2025).
TOGETHXR, investment as part of the ownership group, announced September 2025.
Angel Reese
Angel Reese focuses on building a personal brand empire that spans media, fashion, and business. Her approach is driven by a desire for creative control, authenticity, and legacy-building, often prioritizing partnerships where she can serve as a foundational face or creator rather than just a passive endorser.
Angel Reese became a founding investor in a top-tier women's soccer team (announced May 2024). She also maintains a multi-year endorsement and signature shoe partnership with Reebok (signed October 2023).
Founding investor in a top-tier women's soccer team (May 2024).
Anna Palmer
Core consortium investor in Boston Legacy FC (NWSL Boston) via Boston Unity Partners
Boston Legacy FC consortium investor (NWSL)
Philip Anschutz
Founder and chairman of The Anschutz Corporation, which owns AEG — one of the largest sports and entertainment companies in the world, built on team ownership, venue operation and live event promotion.
Owner, Los Angeles Kings (NHL) Owner, LA Galaxy (MLS) Owner, Ontario Reign (AHL) Operator of Crypto.com Arena and Dignity Health Sports Park Promoter of Coachella and Stagecoach festivals Chairman, The Anschutz Corporation
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Apex Capital
Apex Capital is a sports-focused investment firm that leverages a unique 'athlete-led' model, partnering with over 150 professional athletes to provide both capital and strategic industry expertise. Their strategy bridges the gap between early-stage sports tech venture capital and institutional-level private equity in sports properties, aiming to unlock value through active governance and commercial support in underserved small-to-mid-cap sports assets.
Investments include: BWT Alpine F1 Team (ownership stake), Venezia FC (Italian soccer club, minority stake), TGL / TMRW Sports (tech-driven golf league, equity), Baller League (six-a-side soccer competition, Series A), The Bay Golf Club (TGL team), ScorePlay (digital asset management, startup), Output Sports (human performance platform, startup), PlaySight (sports technology), Spalk (broadcasting tech), XSET (esports), Eleven Sports, Versus (Series A), FrankieOne (Series A), Immutable Systems (Series B), and a professional flag football league (NFL-backed, alongside TMRW Sports).
A strategic investment in a women's football league (NSL - Northern Super League) announced in July 2026, marking the second deployment from their new Sports Growth Fund.
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Sports Capital focuses on providing flexible capital and creative investment solutions across the global sports and live events ecosystem. Their strategy includes investing predominantly in credit and hybrid opportunities, spanning franchises, leagues, venues, media, events, and more. The firm aims to be a stable, long-term partner, offering patient capital and adding strategic value to the sector.
- Majority stake acquisition in Atlético de Madrid, completed in March 2026. ([apollo.com](https://www.apollo.com/insights-news/pressreleases/2026/03/apollo-sports-capital-completes-transaction-to-become-majority-shareholder-of-atl-tico-de-madrid-3254644?utm_source=openai)) - Minority investment in Wrexham AFC, announced in 2025. ([apollo.com](https://www.apollo.com/strategies/asset-management/apollo-sports-capital?utm_source=openai)) - Investments in the Madrid and Miami Open Tennis Tournaments and the international art organization Frieze, as part of the launch of MARI, a global events and experiences company. ([apollo.com](https://www.apollo.com/strategies/asset-management/apollo-sports-capital?utm_source=openai)) - Financing of the new stadium for Real Madrid. ([elpais.com](https://elpais.com/economia/2025-11-10/apollo-el-gigante-del-billon-de-dolares-que-ha-puesto-sus-ojos-en-el-mundo-del-deporte-con-el-atletico-de-madrid.html?utm_source=openai))
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Apollo Global Management
Large-cap alternative asset manager deploying into sports rights and major event platforms.
MARI / Miami Open & Madrid Open acquisition ($1B+), alongside Ari Emanuel/Endeavour and RedBird Capital.
MARI / Miami Open & Madrid Open (2026).
Apollo Sports Capital
Apollo Sports Capital is a sports-focused investment vehicle led by CEO Al Tylis, targeting ownership stakes and growth investments across professional sports franchises, sports media, and sports-adjacent businesses.
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Aquilini Investment Group
Acquires and operates premier sports and entertainment assets to complement a broader portfolio of real estate and hospitality investments.
Vancouver Canucks, Rogers Arena, Vancouver Titans (Esports)
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Arctos Partners
Institutional LP stake in Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE); institutional private equity stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE); minority institutional LP position in Fenway Sports Group (FSG)
Institutional LP stakes across HBSE, MSE, FSG
Arctos Sports Partners
The only investment firm approved to own interests in all five of North America's major leagues (NBA, MLB, NHL, NFL, MLS). Primarily deploys minority investments in teams, with a portfolio of 35+ franchises. Expanded beyond North America into European football (PSG, Liverpool). Also invests in the consumer-facing sports ecosystem: SeatGeek, GeoComply, Elevate.
35+ team stakes across MLB (9), NBA (8), Football (7), NHL (6), NFL (3), Motorsports (2); Paris Saint-Germain; Liverpool FC; SeatGeek; GeoComply; Elevate; Nashville SC (MLS, ~$900M valuation).
KKR acquired Arctos for $1.4B (2026); IPL emerging as next opportunity.
Arctos Sports Partners
Arctos (now part of KKR) provides bespoke liquidity and growth capital to professional sports franchise owners and leagues. It focuses on taking passive, minority equity stakes in sports teams, leveraging its status as an institutional partner to provide financial flexibility without seeking operational control. The firm views sports franchises as growth assets with long-term durability, secular tailwinds, and low correlation to traditional markets.
Arctos has invested in over 30 sports assets. Key holdings include: NBA (Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, Utah Jazz), MLB (Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Houston Astros, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants, San Diego Padres), NFL (Buffalo Bills, Los Angeles Chargers), NHL (Minnesota Wild, Tampa Bay Lightning, Utah Mammoth), and European Soccer (Liverpool FC, Paris Saint-Germain, Atalanta BC). Other investments include Formula One (Aston Martin), Joe Gibbs Racing (NASCAR), and sports-adjacent entities like SeatGeek, Elevate, Oura, and DraftKings. It also holds interests in minor league baseball teams (Akron RubberDucks, Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp, Lancaster Stormers) through Prospector Baseball Group.
The investment in the NFL's Buffalo Bills (December 2024), representing a 10% minority stake.
Ares BOD ESPN
Ares Management's Sports, Media, and Entertainment (SME) strategy focuses on providing flexible capital solutions to undercapitalized sports leagues, teams, and media companies globally. By investing across both debt and equity, including senior debt, junior debt, preferred equity, and minority equity, Ares aims to support the growth and expansion of entities within the sports and entertainment sectors.
Ares Management has been involved in several notable sports investments: - **Atlético de Madrid**: In June 2021, Ares invested approximately $216.9 million, acquiring a 34% stake in the LaLiga champions. ([frontofficesports.com](https://frontofficesports.com/ares-pours-more-than-1b-into-sports-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **San Diego Padres**: In March 2021, Ares provided around $100 million in debt financing to the MLB team. ([frontofficesports.com](https://frontofficesports.com/ares-pours-more-than-1b-into-sports-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **McLaren Racing**: Ares participated in a consortium that invested $255.4 million in McLaren Racing, valuing the company at $773.1 million. ([frontofficesports.com](https://frontofficesports.com/ares-pours-more-than-1b-into-sports-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **Inter Miami CF**: In September 2021, Ares made a $150 million preferred equity investment in the MLS team. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220914005826/en/Ares-Management-Raises-%243.7-Billion-of-Sports-Media-and-Entertainment-Capital?utm_source=openai)) - **Chelsea FC**: In September 2023, Ares invested approximately $500 million in the English Premier League club. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2023/12/18/finance/?utm_source=openai)) - **Eagle Football Holdings**: Ares took a stake in Eagle Football Holdings, which owns Crystal Palace and Olympique Lyonnais. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/05/27/power-players-ares-management/?utm_source=openai)) - **Legends**: Ares participated in the $1.85 billion private financing behind Legends' purchase of ASM Global. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/05/27/power-players-ares-management/?utm_source=openai)) - **Meadowlark Media**: Ares acquired a minority stake in the sports media startup founded by former ESPN president John Skipper and Dan Le Batard. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2021/07/02/Technology/ares-management-invests-1b-in-sports-including-san-diego-padres-and-atltico-de-madrid/?utm_source=openai)) - **Professional Fighters League**: Ares invested in the PFL, a mixed martial arts organization, contributing to its $65 million funding round before the 2021 season. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2021/07/02/Technology/ares-management-invests-1b-in-sports-including-san-diego-padres-and-atltico-de-madrid/?utm_source=openai)) - **Ottawa Senators**: Ares provided financing to the NHL team, supporting its operations and growth. ([frontofficesports.com](https://frontofficesports.com/ares-pours-more-than-1b-into-sports-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **Rugby Australia**: Ares invested in Rugby Australia, aiding in the development and promotion of the sport. ([frontofficesports.com](https://frontofficesports.com/ares-pours-more-than-1b-into-sports-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **Rawlings**: Ares provided a $100 million credit line to help Rawlings fund its acquisition of Easton Diamond Sports. ([frontofficesports.com](https://frontofficesports.com/ares-pours-more-than-1b-into-sports-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **Meadowlark Media**: Ares acquired a minority stake in the sports media startup founded by former ESPN president John Skipper and Dan Le Batard. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2021/07/02/Technology/ares-management-invests-1b-in-sports-including-san-diego-padres-and-atltico-de-madrid/?utm_source=openai))
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Ares BOD Los Angeles Football club
Ares Management employs a flexible, global private capital strategy, investing across the entire capital structure—including senior debt, junior debt, preferred equity, and minority equity—in sports leagues, franchises, teams, and media and entertainment companies. The firm targets undercapitalized assets and capital-intensive environments, aiming to provide growth capital, liquidity to existing owners, and structural solutions that fuel development and expansion.
Atlético de Madrid (preferred equity stake, 2021); San Diego Padres (senior secured credit facility, 2021); Inter Miami CF (preferred equity, 2021); Chelsea Football Club (minority equity investment, 2022); McLaren Racing (equity, exited 2025); Professional Fighters League (senior secured credit facility); SailGP (equity stake).
The sale of its shares in McLaren Racing (motorsport) was reported in 2025, valuing the team at over US$4 billion.
Ares BOD NBA Atlanta Hawks
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Ares BOD Snap Inc.
Ares Management employs a global flexible private capital strategy that invests across the entire capital structure in sports, media, and entertainment. Their thesis is driven by the growing institutional acceptance of professional sports assets, the need for flexible capital solutions for league expansion and infrastructure, and the predictable revenue streams provided by media rights. They view the sports ecosystem holistically, targeting teams, leagues, stadium real estate, hospitality, data analytics, and youth-to-pro services.
1. Miami Dolphins (NFL): 10% minority equity stake (2024). 2. Inter Miami CF (MLS): Preferred equity investments totaling $225 million. 3. Chelsea FC (Premier League): Minority equity investment. 4. Atlético de Madrid (La Liga): Minority stake via structured preferred equity (sold majority of this stake to Apollo in 2025). 5. McLaren Racing (Formula One): Minority investment (exited 2025). 6. Premier Lacrosse League (PLL): Led Series E funding round (2026). 7. SailGP (France team): Minority equity stake. 8. San Diego Padres (MLB): Provided senior secured credit facility for refinancing and growth capital. 9. League One Volleyball: Equity investment.
Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), Series E funding round, led by Ares Management and Joe Tsai, June 2026.
Ares BOD Sportsology
Ares Management utilizes a dedicated sports, media, and entertainment strategy to provide flexible capital solutions, including both debt and equity, to professional sports teams, leagues, and related businesses. Their approach focuses on capitalizing on the structural growth of sports as an asset class, driven by rising demand for live, unscripted content and the centralization of media rights.
Miami Dolphins (10% equity stake, 2024); Inter Miami CF (preferred equity, $225 million total, multiple rounds); Premier Lacrosse League (Series E equity, 2026); France SailGP team (minority stake, 2025); Chelsea FC (equity stake); Atletico Madrid (divested majority of shares to Apollo); McLaren Racing (divested shares in 2026); League One Volleyball (investment).
Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), Series E equity financing round, June 2026.
Ares BOD The Voice Ares
Ares Management employs a flexible, multi-asset class private capital strategy in the sports, media, and entertainment sector. The firm targets undercapitalized assets to provide creative financing solutions, utilizing its expertise across the capital structure (senior debt, junior debt, preferred equity, and minority equity) to capitalize on rising demand for live, unscripted content and the centralization of media rights which provide predictable, long-duration revenue streams.
Current and former investments include: Miami Dolphins (NFL - 10% stake, 2024), Chelsea FC (Premier League - preferred equity, 2023), Inter Miami CF (MLS - minority stake, 2021), France SailGP Team (SailGP - minority stake, 2025), Atlético de Madrid (LaLiga - 33.96% interest in Atlético HoldCo, 2021; later sold majority to Apollo), McLaren Racing (Motorsport - exited 2025), San Diego Padres (MLB - minority stake), Crystal Palace Football Club (Premier League - previous backer).
France SailGP Team (Minority stake, announced 2025).
Ares Management
Ares Management employs a flexible, holistic investment strategy in sports, media, and entertainment, aiming to provide creative capital solutions (including senior debt, junior debt, preferred equity, and minority equity) to undercapitalized teams, leagues, and related businesses. Their approach focuses on the 'flywheel' of sports teams while diversifying into stadium real estate, hospitality, media rights, and adjacent entertainment platforms, seeking uncorrelated, stable, and long-term returns in a historically underserved asset class.
Atlético de Madrid (34% stake, 2021); San Diego Padres (debt investment); McLaren Racing (minority equity stake, 2021, exited 2025); Inter Miami CF ($225 million preferred equity investment); Chelsea FC ($500 million investment); Miami Dolphins (10% minority equity stake, 2024); Eagle Football Holdings (Crystal Palace and Olympique Lyonnais, debt/equity); Team Liquid (lead investor in $35 million growth round, 2022); France SailGP team (minority stake); Premier Lacrosse League (Series E lead investor, 2026); Rawlings (credit line for Easton Diamond Sports acquisition); Meadowlark Media (minority stake); Legends/ASM Global (private financing participation).
Premier Lacrosse League, Series E lead investment, June 2026
Argyle Green LLC
Argyle Green, LLC is a U.S.-based investment group that focuses on strategic investments in sports organizations, aiming to enhance their facilities and support their growth.
In August 2022, Argyle Green, LLC invested £4 million for a 20% stake in Plymouth Argyle F.C., a League One football club in the UK. This investment was intended to improve the club's facilities, including the redevelopment of the Mayflower Stand at Home Park.
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Ariel Project Level
Project Level is a private investment vehicle built by Ariel Investments to capitalize on the generational shift and underappreciated growth potential in women's sports. The fund seeks compelling financial returns by acquiring significant ownership stakes in professional and emerging sports teams, leagues, and adjacent businesses (ticketing, data analytics, real estate) benefiting from the global expansion of the women's sports economy. $250M first close toward a $1B target.
1. Denver Broncos (NFL): minority stake by Mellody Hobson via the Walton-Penner group (2022). 2. Denver Summit FC (NWSL): lead minority investor stake by Project Level (2025). 3. League One Volleyball (LOVB): Project Level investment (2025). 4. Chicago White Sox (MLB): personal minority stake, Mellody Hobson. 5. Chicago Sky (WNBA): personal investment, John W. Rogers, Jr. 6. Manchester United and Madison Square Garden Sports Corp: Ariel Investments public portfolio holdings.
League One Volleyball (LOVB) and Denver Summit FC (NWSL) are the anchor Project Level investments, with additional capital deploying across professional and emerging women's sports assets as of 2026.
Ashton Kutcher
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Athlete Angels Fund (Athletepreneur)
Focus: Early-stage sports tech, media, youth sports, athlete-driven products, and NIL ventures. Model: Pairs athlete-driven strategic capital ("Return on Influence") with traditional accredited angel investors to scale sports properties and consumer ventures.
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Athlete and Us
Sports and real estate investments; invests in emerging football properties and athlete-focused ventures. Hosts the 'NetWorth' podcast covering sports business, real estate, investing, and finance.
Investor in the Italian Football League (also serving as commissioner); sports and real estate investment portfolio
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Athletic Ventures
Venture firm powered by 500+ elite athletes investing in private businesses alongside tier-1 funds, leveraging the athlete network for deal flow and value-add.
Technology startups across AI, SaaS, and healthcare.
Ongoing portfolio investments (2026)
Athlon
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Athvance Capital
Co-founded Athvance Capital and closed a new European sports investment platform deploying capital into properties most funds ignore entirely. Investments include: Queen & King of the Court (beach volleyball), Padel Copa tournament series, and Estrella Football Group — a multi-club platform buying up lower league soccer clubs across Europe with plans to eventually control 40 to 50 of them.
Estrella Football Group (Multi-Club Soccer Platform) / Queen & King of the Court / Padel Copa
Atlanta Falcons
Harbinger Sports Partners focuses on strategic, minority-stake investments in premier professional sports franchises (NBA, MLB, NFL). The firm leverages 'owner-operator' expertise to navigate the evolving sports private equity landscape, targeting assets that benefit from institutional capital and league rule changes.
Harbinger Sports Partners Fund I (announced February 2026): A $750 million private equity fund targeting minority stakes (typically up to 5%) in premier NBA, MLB, and NFL franchises.
Harbinger Sports Partners Fund I, a $750 million private equity fund launched in February 2026, targeting minority stakes in major league sports franchises.
Arthur M. Blank
Owner of Atlanta United, the Atlanta Falcons and NWSL expansion side Atlanta City FC, investing in stadium development, fan experience and soccer in the Southeast.
Atlanta United FC (MLS) Atlanta City FC (NWSL) Atlanta Falcons (NFL) Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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Attain Sports
Attain Sports operates as a community-focused, values-driven sports ownership and management platform. Its strategy centers on building competitive teams, strengthening local communities through sports, and creating affordable, family-friendly entertainment. The organization emphasizes long-term growth, professional athlete development, stadium enhancements, and active management to drive revenue and community engagement.
1. Bowie Baysox (Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, Minor League Baseball) – acquired in January 2022. 2. Frederick Keys (formerly MLB Draft League, moving to High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles in 2026) – acquired in January 2022. 3. Loudoun United FC (USL Championship, men's professional soccer) – acquired controlling stake in February 2023. 4. Spire City Ghost Hounds (Atlantic League of Professional Baseball) – formed in 2023. 5. Super League Washington, D.C. (USL Super League, women's professional soccer) – launched in partnership with the D.C. United Ownership Group in May 2023. 6. Aberdeen IronBirds (High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, moving to MLB Draft League in 2026) – acquired controlling interest in October 2024. 7. Evan McKnight Racing (Motorsports) – strategic partnership announced March 2026.
Strategic partnership with Evan McKnight Racing (Motorsports) announced on March 17, 2026.
Attain Sports Partners
Attain Sports Partners focuses on investing in sports franchises and related assets, aiming to enhance operational performance and drive growth through strategic partnerships and capital infusion.
Specific details about Attain Sports Partners' past sports investments are not publicly available.
Information regarding Attain Sports Partners' most recent sports investment is not publicly disclosed.
Audigr Sports Group
Audigr Group is the ownership group of the Sarasota Paradise and works with sport-adjacent companies to strengthen performance, identify opportunities and support sustainable growth. Their expertise brings a valuable perspective to the Bradenton Area's dynamic and expanding sports business ecosystem.
Ownership of Sarasota Paradise (soccer). Active engagement with nationally recognized sports organizations, facilities and educational institutions across the Bradenton Area sports economy.
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Austin McChord's- Datto
Outsiders Fund, co-founded by Austin McChord, focuses on investing in early-stage companies that modernize traditional, large markets through technology. The firm seeks founders with unconventional backgrounds who are disrupting sectors such as cattle supply chains, industrial painting, and satellite manufacturing. ([vcsheet.com](https://www.vcsheet.com/fund/outsiders-fund?utm_source=openai))
There is no publicly available information indicating that Outsiders Fund has engaged in sports-related investments.
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Austin McChord- Datto
Austin McChord's investment approach, primarily conducted through the Outsiders Fund and as an angel investor, focuses on early-stage technology companies that seek to disrupt traditional or overlooked industries. His strategy emphasizes backing founders with unconventional backgrounds and identifying opportunities where technology can create new ecosystems or models, as seen in his personal development of the National Havoc Robot League (NHRL).
Austin McChord's primary direct involvement in the 'sports' category is the founding of the National Havoc Robot League (NHRL) in 2018. The NHRL is a robot combat organization that he self-funded and developed, which hosts tournaments and has become a competitive league. There is no record of him investing in traditional professional sports leagues such as the NFL, NBA, MLS, NWSL, or USL.
The National Havoc Robot League (NHRL), founded by Austin McChord in 2018; it is a self-funded robot combat league.
Avenue Capital Group
Avenue Capital Group, through its dedicated Avenue Sports Fund, employs a return-driven, opportunistic strategy that treats sports as a scalable asset class. The firm focuses on 'good companies with bad balance sheets'—targeting undervalued or stressed sports assets, emerging leagues, and women's sports that are primed for growth. Their thesis emphasizes finding sports with high viewership potential but lower current valuations, often leveraging the firm's legacy as a specialty lender to provide bespoke debt and equity solutions. They aim to capture upside through future media rights renewals, revenue diversification, and professionalization of sports operations.
Baltimore Orioles (MLB, minority stake); North Carolina Courage (NWSL, minority stake); The Bay Golf Club (TGL, founding team); Trackhouse Entertainment Group (NASCAR/MotoGP, minority stake); Cosm (immersive sports media/venues, debt & equity); New York Mavericks (PBR, ownership); US SailGP Team (SailGP, lead investor); Ipswich Town Football Club (English Championship, investment); Mercury/13 (European women's football multi-club group, minority investment); CityPickle (pickleball lifestyle brand); OnDeck Partners (Minor League Baseball holding entity, including acquisitions of Montgomery Biscuits and Visalia Rawhide); Skillz (mobile eSports, early investment). Note: Marc Lasry previously held a 25% ownership stake in the Milwaukee Bucks (NBA) from 2014 to 2023.
OnDeck Partners (Avenue Capital's MiLB holding entity) acquisition of the Montgomery Biscuits and Visalia Rawhide, announced December 2025.
Avenue Sports Fund
Sports-focused investment platform affiliated with Avenue Capital Group, led by Marc Lasry (former co-owner of the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks). Launched in November 2023, the fund invests across professional sports franchises, emerging leagues, and sports-related media and infrastructure, with a focus on emerging leagues and women's sports. A core thesis is providing debt and growth equity capital to women's sports leagues and franchises (e.g., NWSL, WNBA opportunities). It has raised over $1 billion and sits at the center of a broader Avenue sports strategy targeting teams, media, venues, and emerging leagues across North America and Europe.
The Bay Golf Club (TGL — San Francisco franchise in the golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy); Ipswich Town FC (English soccer club, invested following its historic promotion push); PGA Tour Enterprises (part of the institutional investor network backing the commercial entity of the PGA Tour); Baltimore Orioles (invested as part of the ownership group led by David Rubenstein that purchased the MLB franchise in 2024); Trackhouse Entertainment Group (motorsports and entertainment company operating Trackhouse Racing in NASCAR); CityPickle (rapidly growing pickleball experience and venue operator); Cosm (media and entertainment company); Professional Bull Riders team; United States SailGP Team; Men in Blazers Media Network; North Carolina Courage (NWSL minority investment, April 2026). Marc Lasry was formerly co-owner of the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks.
Minority investment in the North Carolina Courage (NWSL), announced April 2026; Unrivaled Basketball League
Axiom Sports
There is no evidence of an investment firm named 'Axiom Sports' that manages funds or makes institutional investments in professional sports leagues or teams. The name 'Axiom Sports' refers to several unrelated entities, including a sports broadcasting production company (Axiom Sports Productions Inc.), a sports consulting/mentorship group for student-athletes (Axiom Sports Group), a B2B sportsbook software provider (Axiom.bet), and various local athletic facilities or equipment brands. None of these entities operate as an investment firm with an sports investment mandate.
None. Research indicates no public records of equity investments, ownership stakes, or minority interests in professional sports leagues (MLS, NWSL, NFL, NBA, etc.) or clubs by any entity named Axiom Sports.
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BCE Inc. (Bell)
Former MLSE co-owner; ownership position acquired by Rogers Communications (now 75% controlling stake in MLSE)
MLSE former ownership stake
Bain Capital
Targets businesses around the sports ecosystem — including technology, equipment, apparel, media, and active nutrition — rather than focusing solely on single-team ownership at the parent-fund level. Provides growth capital and credit facilities (e.g., $250M senior credit facility to Playfly Sports).
Deltatre (global sports media technology and OTT streaming for NFL, UEFA, MLS, Premier League); Hudl (performance analysis software platform); Varsity Brands (youth sports apparel, cheerleading, school sports equipment); 1440 Foods (sports nutrition — MET-Rx, Pure Protein, Body Fortress); Concert Golf Partners (private golf clubs and country clubs across North America); Bombardier Recreational Products/BRP (Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo, Can-Am powersports); Playfly Sports ($250M senior credit facility).
Playfly Sports — $250M senior credit facility
Bain and Company
Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm, not an investment fund. It does not invest its own capital in sports teams or properties. Its 'investment' in sports is strictly advisory; it provides strategic consulting, operational performance improvement, and due diligence services to private equity firms, institutional investors, and sports organizations to help them optimize their sports-related assets and investments.
None. Bain & Company is a management consulting firm and does not own, acquire, or hold equity stakes in sports teams, leagues, or clubs. It has provided consulting services to various clients in the sports ecosystem, including sports-related media, infrastructure, and investment projects, but these are service engagements, not capital investments.
None. As a consulting firm, Bain & Company does not make investments in sports assets.
Baker Mayfield
High-profile athlete LP in OKC United (USL Championship); NFL QB, former Heisman Trophy winner (Oklahoma)
OKC United LP (USL Championship)
Baker Mayfield
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OKC Soccer expansion group ($610M)
Barbara Cochran - Shark Tank
Barbara Corcoran is a retail investor primarily focused on early-stage consumer products and small businesses. Her investment strategy is driven by her assessment of the entrepreneur's 'grit,' sales ability, and the potential for a business to scale. She does not maintain a dedicated sports investment fund and has no established mandate for institutional sports property ownership.
There are no documented direct investments by Barbara Corcoran in professional sports teams, leagues (such as MLS, NWSL, NFL, or NBA), or lower-league soccer clubs (such as MLS Next Pro or USL). Her participation in sports-related deals is limited to consumer-facing products presented on 'Shark Tank,' such as the 'GRIND' basketball shooting machine (a deal involving both Corcoran and Mark Cuban).
The investment in GRIND, a portable basketball shooting and rebounding machine, in which she partnered with Mark Cuban on 'Shark Tank' (Season 12).
Barnes & Co.
Diversified portfolio through Barnes & Co. spanning financial services and banking, early-stage B2B fintech, and sports & athletic governance. Concentrated public and private investments in regional banking institutions and financial service providers (Triumph Financial, Live Oak Bank, HBT Financial). Select early-stage, venture-backed B2B financial technology platforms complementing core banking strategies.
Administrative and advisory roles within sports governing bodies: board member of USA Basketball; previously treasurer for the NBPA (National Basketball Players Association).
USA Basketball board service; NBPA treasurer role
Bath City Holding Company
New ownership group for Bath City Football Club. Consortium of tech entrepreneurs, media executives, and music industry figures backing a community-rooted English football club.
Acquisition / ownership of Bath City Football Club
Bath City Football Club
Baupost Group
LP investor in Fenway Sports Group (FSG) via Seth Klarman
FSG LP
Bay FC NWSL club
Sixth Street Partners focuses on strategic investments in professional sports, aiming to build global franchises that unite communities and inspire excellence both on and off the field.
Sixth Street Partners has a history of significant investments in professional sports, including: - **Real Madrid**: Acquired a minority stake in 2021. - **FC Barcelona**: Invested in 2021. - **San Antonio Spurs**: Purchased a 20% stake in 2021. - **Legends**: Majority investment in the global sports and live venue experience business, partnered with the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys. - **Angel City FC**: Acquired a 20% stake in 2024. - **Bay FC**: Majority ownership of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) team, co-founded with former U.S. Women's National Team players.
In March 2025, Sixth Street Partners welcomed WNBA Champion Sabrina Ionescu as an investor and commercial advisor to Bay FC. ([bayfc.com](https://bayfc.com/press-releases/bay-fc-welcomes-wnba-champion-sabrina-ionescu-as-latest-investor-and-commercial-advisor-to-the-club/?utm_source=openai))
Beemok Capital / Beemok Sports & Entertainment
Beemok Capital is the Navarro family office and investment vehicle. Beemok Sports & Entertainment serves as the holding company for Ben Navarro's sports, entertainment, and event assets — with a focus on professional tennis and major live events anchored in the Charleston, South Carolina market.
Charleston Open (WTA 500 tennis tournament): Ben Navarro acquired Charleston Tennis LLC in 2018. He funded a complete overhaul of the Credit One Stadium in Charleston and doubled the tournament prize money, elevating the event's stature on the WTA calendar. Cincinnati Open (ATP/WTA 1000): Beemok Capital purchased the tournament (formerly the Western & Southern Open) from the USTA in 2022 for a reported $200M+. Navarro committed over $260 million into expanding and modernizing the Lindner Family Tennis Center campus.
Cincinnati Open (ATP/WTA 1000) — purchased from the USTA in 2022 for a reported $200M+; committed over $260M to expand and modernize the Lindner Family Tennis Center campus.
Bejan Esmaili,
Bejan Esmaili is a financial advisor and sports executive who leads investment groups, often focusing on acquiring minority or significant stakes in professional soccer clubs, particularly in the English Premier League, by leveraging his network of professional athletes, sports executives, and high-net-worth individual investors.
1. Crystal Palace (Premier League): Led a U.S.-based consortium with Wajid Mir and Jimmy Butler, along with other American investors, in a bid to acquire a 43-45% stake from Eagle Football/John Textor (approx. value $200M+). 2. Footymarket: Co-founded a sports resale venture with Jozy Altidore. 3. Contra Costa FC (NPSL): Served as a coach and member of the leadership/coaching staff for the organization. 4. San Ramon FC (UPSL): Served as Head Coach for the men's team.
Proposed $200 million+ acquisition of a 43% stake in Crystal Palace (Premier League) alongside Jimmy Butler and Wajid Mir, reported in June 2025.
Bell Tower Partners
BellTower Partners focuses on strategic investments in platforms with long-term growth potential, particularly at the intersection of sports, community development, and infrastructure. The firm emphasizes providing capital to organizations that benefit from scalable, lasting growth and seeks to drive value through operational expertise and strategic board participation.
United Soccer League (USL): Minority equity stake (announced September 2025); United Sports Development Partners (USDP): Investment in stadium developers, including Centreville Bank Stadium (Rhode Island FC) and a proposed $600M stadium/mixed-use project in Albany, New York; Patricof Co: Investment in the private investment/advisory firm focused on elite athletes.
Weatherford Capital's participation in the BellTower-led strategic investment in the United Soccer League (USL), announced February 2026.
Benevolent Capital
Benevolent Capital (Brett M. Johnson) backs Rhode Island FC (USL Championship); Johnson also holds stakes in Ipswich Town FC (EPL) and Phoenix Rising FC
Rhode Island FC (USL Championship)
Benevolent Capital
Professional Soccer Clubs: Ipswich Town FC (England) — led the investor group takeover in April 2021; Board of Directors member and key shareholder. Phoenix Rising FC (USL Championship) — co-founder, shareholder, and co-chairman. FC Helsingør (Denmark) — investor and board director, 2019–2022. FC Tucson (USL League One) — investor during its ties with Phoenix Rising FC. Rhode Island FC — investor in the USL Championship club. Youth Sports & Development: Pioneer Sports & Entertainment (Surf Sports & Rush Soccer) — strategic investment via Three Lions Pioneer in the platform operating major national youth soccer networks, events, software, and camps. Live Sports & Entertainment: The Hondo Rodeo Fest — investment via Three Lions Hondo in a venture merging premier rodeo competitions with major music festivals. Sports-Anchored Real Estate: Fortuitous Partners & Sports Venues — multi-asset real estate developments surrounding sports venues (e.g., Centreville Bank Stadium / Tidewater Landing in Rhode Island), focusing on multi-use platforms for rectangular sports (soccer, rugby, lacrosse) and community events. Sports Tech, Health & Performance: Athletic Brewing Corporation (non-alcoholic craft beer), Ōura Ring (health and fitness tracking wearables).
Rhode Island FC — investor in the Pawtucket-based USL Championship club; co-developer of Centreville Bank Stadium / Tidewater Landing sports-anchored real estate
Benevolent Capital
Benevolent Capital focuses on investing in well-managed businesses and unique real estate properties, partnering with management teams to drive growth and profitability. Their portfolio spans venture capital, private equity, real estate development, and professional soccer franchises.
Benevolent Capital has invested in several professional soccer franchises, including Phoenix Rising FC and Rhode Island FC. Notably, they acquired a franchise license and built a stadium for Rhode Island FC, bringing professional soccer to Rhode Island.
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Bennett Rosenthal
Lead Managing Owner, Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS) Investor, Angel City FC (NWSL) Co-Founder & Director, Ares Management
LAFC (MLS) ownership group; NWSL investment through Angel City FC
Bessemer Venture Partners
Investor in Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 professional basketball league.
Investor in Unrivaled Basketball league.
Unrivaled Basketball league
Betway Group
Betway Group is not an investment firm but a global online sports betting and gaming operator. Its 'investment' in sports is driven by a marketing strategy to build global brand awareness and customer acquisition. By securing high-profile sponsorship deals with professional teams and leagues, the company aims to convert viewers into active betting customers, focusing on markets where it can achieve sustainable profitability.
Betway has maintained a vast portfolio of sponsorships. Notable deals include: West Ham United (Premier League, long-term partner since 2015), Arsenal (Premier League, partner since 2023), Brighton & Hove Albion (Premier League, partner since 2019), Fulham FC (Premier League, partner since 2025), Sunderland AFC (Championship, partner since 2025), Manchester United (Premier League, reported 2026 training kit partnership), Eintracht Frankfurt (Bundesliga, partner since 2021), Williams F1 (Formula 1, partner since 2025), Chicago Bulls (NBA), Brooklyn Nets (NBA), Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), LA Clippers (NBA), Golden State Warriors (NBA), New York Islanders (NHL), Los Angeles Kings (NHL), SA20 (South African Cricket, partner since 2023), Premier Soccer League (South Africa, title sponsor), and the Ghana Women's Premier League (development partner).
Reported £20 million multi-year training kit sponsorship deal with Manchester United, expected to commence or be positioned for the 2026/2027 season (reported June 2026).
Bill Chisholm
Acquisition of elite, high-value professional sports franchises.
Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics (2025)
Bisciotti Family Office
Bisciotti family ownership of the Baltimore Ravens
Bisciotti family ownership of the Baltimore Ravens
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Black Economic Alliance Venture Fund
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Black Knight Sports and Entertainment
Black Knight Sports and Entertainment focuses on acquiring and managing professional sports franchises, aiming to enhance their operational performance and long-term value.
- Acquisition of the Vegas Golden Knights NHL franchise in 2017. ([milbank.com](https://www.milbank.com/en/news/milbank-advises-the-maloof-family-on-investment-in-landmark-deal.html?utm_source=openai)) - Acquisition of AFC Bournemouth, an English Premier League football club, in December 2022. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/investor/black-knight-football-and-entertainment?utm_source=openai)) - Acquisition of FC Lorient, a French Ligue 1 football club, in January 2023. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/investor/black-knight-football-and-entertainment?utm_source=openai))
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BlackSun Private Equity, Inc.
Emerging global leader in alternative asset management — PE funds, credit funds, real estate funds, alternative investments, LBOs, growth capital and venture capital. Primary focus on the powerhouse industries of Sports, Media, Entertainment, Real Estate and Technology.
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Blackbridge Sports LLC
Blackbridge Sports LLC is a specialist football investment advisory boutique that acts as an independent broker and advisor. They focus on facilitating cross-border football transactions, including buy-side and sell-side M&A, minority and majority stake acquisitions, debt restructuring, and capital raising. They serve as a bridge between professional football clubs and institutional investors, family offices, and private equity firms, specializing in off-market deals and high-quality introductions rather than direct ownership.
Total of 22 football club investment deals facilitated to date, including: S.L. Benfica (minority investment facilitated for Lenore Sports Partners in 2025); OGC Nice (co-led acquisition in 2016, with advisory board/shareholder role until 2019); Johnstone Burgh Football Club (investment partnership); Avai Futebol Clube (ICO/crowdfunding advisory in 2018); and 12 deals within the English football pyramid (various club transactions and finance/debt structuring).
Minority investment by Lenore Sports Partners (LSP) in S.L. Benfica (Futebol, SAD), facilitated by Blackbridge Sports, announced in June 2025.
Blackford Capital
Blackford Capital focuses on acquiring, managing, and building value in lower middle-market manufacturing, distribution, and service companies. Their investment strategy emphasizes creating sustainable businesses that honor the legacy of their owners while generating financial returns for investors. They seek companies with solid performance that are uniquely positioned for growth through additional capital and management support.
Blackford Capital has been involved in the following notable sports-related investments: - **Aqua-Leisure Industries**: In January 2021, Blackford Capital invested in Aqua-Leisure Industries, a leader in water sport leisure product development and aquatic goods. Aqua-Leisure designs and distributes products such as swim goggles, "Learn to Swim" products for children, and pool floats. ([prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/blackford-capital-announces-investment-in-aqua-leisure-industries-301206956.html?utm_source=openai)) - **Artificial Turf Supply (ATS)**: Blackford Capital acquired ATS, a company specializing in artificial turf products, expanding its portfolio in the sports industry. ([globenewswire.com](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/12/05/2790869/0/en/Blackford-Capital-Acquires-LTD-Online-Stores-Inc-Expands-Platform-to-Include-High-End-Furniture-and-Diversified-Distribution-Network.html?utm_source=openai)) - **Starfire Direct**: In December 2023, Blackford Capital acquired Starfire Direct, a company offering a range of outdoor living products, including those related to sports and recreation. ([globenewswire.com](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/12/05/2790869/0/en/Blackford-Capital-Acquires-LTD-Online-Stores-Inc-Expands-Platform-to-Include-High-End-Furniture-and-Diversified-Distribution-Network.html?utm_source=openai)) - **LTD Online Stores, Inc.**: Also in December 2023, Blackford Capital acquired LTD Online Stores, a leading patio furniture e-commerce business and wholesale distributor, expanding its platform to include high-end furniture and a diversified distribution network. ([globenewswire.com](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/12/05/2790869/0/en/Blackford-Capital-Acquires-LTD-Online-Stores-Inc-Expands-Platform-to-Include-High-End-Furniture-and-Diversified-Distribution-Network.html?utm_source=openai))
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Blake Griffin
Co-founder of Mortal Media, a film and television production company, with former NFL All-Pro Ryan Kalil — with a number of projects in the works.
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Blank Family Business
Atlanta Falcons (NFL) — owner and chairman. Atlanta United FC (MLS) — owner. Mercedes-Benz Stadium — owner and operator of the state-of-the-art multipurpose stadium. Atlanta Drive GC — majority owner of the franchise in the PGA Tour's virtual golf league (TGL). Operated in conjunction with AMB Sports and Entertainment.
Atlanta Drive GC — majority-owned franchise in the PGA Tour's virtual golf league (TGL)
Blue Owl Capital
Institutional minority-stake investing in professional sports franchises, pre-approved by the NBA to hold stakes in multiple teams simultaneously through Dyal HomeCourt Partners; also takes positions in other leading sports-focused private equity platforms (CVC Capital Partners, Silver Lake).
Cleveland Cavaliers – minority stake in the NBA franchise through its HomeCourt Partners fund; Phoenix Suns – equity stake in the NBA team; Atlanta Hawks, Sacramento Kings, and Minnesota Timberwolves – holds or has pursued minority equity stakes across several NBA teams via HomeCourt; CVC Capital Partners – bought a major stake (~10%) in CVC, a top private equity investor heavily involved in global sports (La Liga, Six Nations Rugby, and Formula 1 historically); Silver Lake – holds a strategic investment in Silver Lake, which owns stakes in the City Football Group (Manchester City FC) and Endeavor.
Minority stakes in multiple NBA franchises via Dyal HomeCourt Partners (including the Cleveland Cavaliers and Phoenix Suns)
Blue Owl Capital (Dyal HomeCourt Partners)
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Bluestone Equity Partners
Bluestone Equity Partners is an institutionally backed private equity firm investing exclusively across the global sports, media and entertainment industry. The firm targets large, global participatory categories that remain under-penetrated by technology, and combines differentiated access, deep operating experience and trusted relationships to create value beyond capital.
Poolhouse (technology-enabled cue sports, $55M growth investment), Selkirk Sport (pickleball), Scorability (college sports software), VideoVerse.
Led a $55 million growth equity investment in Poolhouse in July 2026, citing a $35B cue sports addressable market.
Boardroom / 35V
Boardroom is a sports and entertainment media company co-founded by Rich Kleiman and Kevin Durant. 35V (Thirty Five Ventures) is their investment vehicle backing teams, leagues, and sports properties across the global sports ecosystem.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Philadelphia Union (MLS), Gotham FC (NWSL), Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), Athletes Unlimited, League One Volleyball (LOVB), Tomorrow Sports, Austin Sports Club
Austin Sports Club
Bob Iger
High-net-worth individual investor building a multi-team sports ownership portfolio across the NBA and NWSL. Recently added the Los Angeles Lakers to a portfolio that already includes Angel City FC (NWSL).
Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) — recent addition to portfolio; Angel City FC (NWSL) — existing ownership stake.
Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) — added to portfolio alongside existing Angel City FC stake.
Bolt Family Office
Direct private investments across sports, media, and performance-driven consumer businesses where content, participation, and technology intersect.
Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Devils, Padel Haus, Major League Table Tennis, The Snow League, SlamBall, Buzzer, Gametime, The Action Network
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Bolt Ventures
Venture and investment group backing women's professional sports franchises.
LOVB Austin (League One Volleyball) — investor group.
LOVB Austin — investor group (2026).
Boston Unity Partners
Core consortium backing Boston Legacy FC (NWSL Boston); includes Jennifer Epstein, Stephanie Connaughton, Ami Kuan Danoff, and Anna Palmer
Boston Legacy FC consortium (NWSL)
Brand Velocity Group
Brand Velocity Group is an innovative investment firm focused on accelerating businesses well-positioned to benefit from our operational expertise, deep in-house marketing resources, and thoughtful approach toward human capital.
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Brandi Chastain
Founding owner of Bay FC (NWSL) — one of the 'Founding Four' USWNT legends
Bay FC founding owner (NWSL)
Brandon Beck
Ownership stake in Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS)
LAFC ownership
Jeffrey M. Brandt
Investor in IK Start soccer club. Board Member and Strategic Advisor for IK Start USA, LLC.
IK Start Soccer Club (investment / board role)
Brett M. Johnson
Chairman & Lead Owner of Rhode Island FC (USL Championship); holds direct ownership stakes in Ipswich Town FC (English Premier League) and Phoenix Rising FC; 'rectangular sports' investor
Rhode Island FC Chairman (USL Championship)
BrknPar
Athlete-led venture model where partners actively source deals, perform diligence, and support founders in sports and tech sectors.
Various sports technology and culture startups.
Athlete Venture Partner appointments (August 2026)
Broadstreet Global
Carolinas-focused private equity and real estate investment firm. Broadstreet Global positions itself as a leading authority on real estate prospects in the Carolinas, including home development, land banking, and hotel lodging, with direct or indirect rights to roughly 17,000 properties. The firm and its leadership also organize community and philanthropic sports events.
Regional charity athletic events in the Carolinas, including an annual flag football tournament raising funds for local non-profits and community services.
Community & philanthropic sports — Baldassarra and Broadstreet have organized regional charity athletic events in the Carolinas, including an annual flag football tournament hosted to raise funds for local non-profit organizations and community services.
Brookfield Asset Management
Global alternative asset manager focused on real estate, infrastructure, renewable power, private equity, and credit.
No direct sports investments confirmed. Sports exposure flows through subsidiary Oaktree Capital Management (full acquisition completed 2026), which controls Inter Milan.
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Bruin Capital
Bruin Capital is a global sports, media, and entertainment investment firm founded by George Pyne in 2015. The firm builds and acquires businesses across sports marketing, technology, media rights, and experiential properties, targeting long-term capital appreciation in the sports ecosystem.
Portfolio spans sports marketing, media, and technology businesses globally, including stakes in properties across motorsports, events, and sports data sectors.
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Build Your Legacy Ventures
Investor in Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 professional basketball league.
Investor in Unrivaled Basketball league.
Unrivaled Basketball league
CHAMP (Champion Athlete Managing Partner)
$500M vehicle with L Catterton targeting consumer brands using athlete co-ownership to accelerate growth; 250+ athletes committed $50M+ of their own capital.
Consumer brand portfolio via athlete co-investment.
CHAMP Fund launch (May 2026)
CME Ventures LLC
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COREangels SportsTech
Focus: Early-stage sports technology, fan engagement, venue infrastructure, and amateur/grassroots sports platforms. Model: Syndicated angel group providing seed-stage capital and operator expertise.
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CR7 Sports Investments
Cristiano Ronaldo's personal investment arm, CR7 Sports Investments, targets team ownership, combat sports promotions, padel infrastructure, consumer brands, health/medical ventures, media, and gaming — leveraging his global brand to drive value across sports, real estate, and consumer markets.
UD Almería: 25% ownership stake in Spanish football club (Segunda División). WOW FC: Corporate shareholder in prominent Spanish MMA promotion alongside UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. Padel City (Lisbon): Financed and constructed a multi-million-euro premier padel tennis athletic complex in Portugal. Pestana CR7 Hotels: 50/50 joint venture with Pestana Hotel Group — luxury boutique hotels in New York (Times Square), Madrid, Lisbon, Marrakech, and Riyadh. Insparya Hair Clinic: Co-founder and major shareholder in hair transplant/biomedical research clinic network valued at over $100M. Bioniq: Equity investment in London-based data-driven personalized nutrition supplement company. Chrono24: Minority equity stake in world's largest online marketplace for verified luxury pre-owned timepieces. Medialivre: 10% equity stake in Portuguese media conglomerate controlling Correio da Manhã and Record. UFL (Video Game): Major venture capital investment in free-to-play football video game competing with EA Sports FC.
UFL video game venture capital investment — direct competitor to EA Sports FC
CVC Capital Partners
Long-standing sports investor with stakes in league commercial arms and sports media rights.
WTA Ventures (Women's Tennis Association) — $150M investment.
WTA Ventures — $150M (2026).
Caleb Williams
Women’s sports and venture funds
Investor in Monarch Collective (women’s sports venture fund)
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CapStone Holdings (GameAbove Sports)
GameAbove Sports focuses on strategic capital investments, management, and marketing across the sports sector, with heavy emphasis on youth sports development and innovative business models. Operates under the CapStone Holdings family office umbrella.
Launch of GameAbove Sports to consolidate sports business development (2024).
GameAbove Sports launch (May 2024)
Capitol Broadcasting Company
Integrates sports investments with media and real estate holdings to create synergistic value across professional sports and broadcasting platforms.
Ownership and investment in sports media and professional sports assets.
Ongoing sports media portfolio management (2025)
Carlyle Group
The Carlyle Group targets the sports ecosystem through a focus on media distribution, technology, and monetization, viewing sports as inflation-proof, high-quality content with enduring appeal. The firm seeks to bridge the monetization gap in women's sports and leverage the increasing institutionalization of professional sports ownership. It focuses on capital deployment in assets with strong growth potential and strategic operational partnerships.
1. Seattle Reign FC (NWSL): Acquired stake in June 2024 for approximately $58 million, in partnership with the Seattle Sounders. 2. PrimeSport Holdings: Acquired a majority stake (alongside partners) in a sports travel and hospitality company. 3. Infront Sports & Media: Backed as a private credit investment to support global sports rights monetization. 4. Baltimore Orioles (MLB): While a personal investment by co-founder David M. Rubenstein, he acquired a control stake in March 2024 for $1.725 billion (distinct from The Carlyle Group firm assets). 5. Various past investments in sports media and tech (e.g., Deltatre).
Approved as a vetted private equity fund eligible to invest in NFL teams (announced/finalized eligibility list September 2024).
Carmelo Anthony
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Catapult
Sports performance technology leader providing elite teams, leagues, and governing bodies with wearable athlete-monitoring devices, video analytics, and data intelligence used across pro sports organizations worldwide.
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Cavinder Twins
The Cavinder Twins invest in consumer and wellness brands, leveraging their massive social media presence into brand ownership, including the ready-to-drink margarita brand Azucar and the Go Two wellness brand.
Investment in Azucar, a ready-to-drink margarita brand, and Go Two, a wellness brand (2026).
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Centre Court Capital
Sports and technology fund from the Jindal family targeting platforms that enhance fan engagement and sports performance.
Investment in PlayReplay (sports tech platform).
PlayReplay investment (June 2026)
Champion Capital
Champion Capital is a private markets platform providing disciplined access to off-market sports investments. We curate private investment opportunities across the global sports ecosystem—applying institutional-grade diligence and distributing professionally structured offerings with a focus on clear structures, thorough review, and long-term capital alignment. We serve accredited investors, family offices, RIAs and wealth managers, professional athletes and sports executives, and institutional allocators through a single, disciplined platform. Ownership exposure has historically been limited, fragmented, and misaligned. Champion Capital exists to build structure around access—without hype, scarcity, or unnecessary complexity.
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Charles Tillman
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Charterhouse Capital Partners
Invests in sports IP-adjacent platforms rather than teams — targeting data-driven sports marketing, media and technology businesses positioned to capitalize on the commercial growth of global sports.
Acquired majority stake in Two Circles from Bruin Capital for a reported £250M ($318M), January 2024; supported Two Circles' acquisition of KORE and the September 2024 reinvestment round with Otro Capital and Bolt Ventures.
Two Circles — majority stake acquired January 2024 (£250M / $318M)
Cherng Family (Panda Express Founders)
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Joined purchase of Portland Trail Blazers (NBA)
Cheta Emba
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Laura Ricketts
Chicago-based owner investing across soccer and baseball properties, with a focus on women's professional soccer and local club growth.
Chicago Fire (MLS) Chicago Red Stars (NWSL) Chicago Cubs (MLB)
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Chiron Sports Group
Global investment firm focused on growth equity across sports, media and entertainment.
Partnered in the acquisition and operation of Charlton Athletic; served on the boards of its men's and women's teams.
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Christian Kanady
Founder & CEO of Echo Investment Capital; majority owner of OKC United (USL Championship, planned 2028 return)
OKC United majority owner (USL Championship)
Chrysalis Collective
Women's sports-focused investment collective deploying capital into women's sports teams, leagues, and adjacent businesses, backing the commercial growth of the women's sports economy.
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Ken Griffin
Founder and CEO of Citadel and Citadel Securities, supporting U.S. Soccer and funding mini-pitch construction in Chicago to expand access to the game at the community level.
Supporter of U.S. Soccer Funder of mini-pitch builds in Chicago Founder & CEO, Citadel and Citadel Securities
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City Football Group
City Football Group is a global football ownership and management company that owns and operates professional soccer clubs across multiple continents, sharing scouting, training, and commercial resources.
Owns 12 professional soccer clubs. CFG clubs include Manchester City FC (Premier League), New York City FC (MLS), Melbourne City FC (A-League), Girona FC (La Liga), Shenzhen Peng City FC (China), Lommel SK (Belgium), ESTAC (Ligue 2), Palermo FC (Serie B), Bahia (Brazil), and partner clubs Yokohama F. Marinos (J-League) and Bolívar (Bolivia). CFG's ownership of Montevideo City Torque is currently under a blind trust pursuant to applicable CONMEBOL regulations.
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Clara Vista NYC
Ipswich Town (English football), Frosinone Calcio (Serie A)
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Claravista Investment Partners
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Investment in Serie A club Frosinone Calcio
Clearlake Capital
Historically known for software, technology, and industrial investments; now one of the most prominent private equity firms in global sports. Manages tens of billions in AUM.
Chelsea F.C. (English Premier League) — Clearlake co-led the BlueCo consortium acquisition in May 2022 for £2.3 billion; Clearlake is the largest shareholder holding roughly 60% controlling ownership. San Diego Padres (MLB) — Co-Founder José E. Feliciano and wife Kwanza Jones are principal owners and joint leaders of the Padres ownership group, with Feliciano serving as the MLB designated Control Person. Fanatics (Sports Merchandising & Media) — Clearlake lead-invested in a $700 million funding round in Fanatics.
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Cleveland Professional Soccer
Cleveland Soccer Group, LLC — ownership group building a professional soccer ecosystem in Cleveland. Control owner of an MLS Next Pro men's team launching in 2027 and founder of Cleveland Astra, the city's first professional women's soccer team (prospective NWSL). Founded by former Gravitas Ventures owners Michael Murphy and Nolan Gallagher.
Acquired Cleveland MLS Next Pro franchise; launched Cleveland Astra women's professional soccer club
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Cohen Private Ventures
Cohen Private Ventures invests long-term capital, primarily in direct private investments and opportunistic transactions, on behalf of Point72 founder Steve Cohen (owner of the New York Mets). Sports collectibles and authentication infrastructure. Pairing operator industry knowledge (Nat Turner) with long-duration private capital, the group backs Collectors Universe, parent of card-grading leader PSA, in the booming sports memorabilia market.
New York Mets (MLB, Steve Cohen ownership). Collectors Universe / PSA: in 2021 an investor group led by Nat Turner, D1 Capital Partners and Steve Cohen's Cohen Private Ventures took the company private at an $853M equity value ($92.00 per share); in 2022 Collectors announced a $100M capital raise at a $4.3B valuation.
Collectors Universe (PSA) — 2021 take-private as part of the Nat Turner / D1 / CPV investor group
Collaborative Fund
Consumer and sports technology investing. Recent: Led $575M Series G for WHOOP (March 2026) in athlete performance monitoring.
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Jimmy Haslam
Owns and operates MLS and NWSL clubs in Columbus, pairing league-level investment with stadium, fan experience and club infrastructure.
Columbus Crew (MLS) NWSL Columbus (NWSL) Cleveland Browns (NFL)
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Dee Haslam
Co-owner of the Columbus Crew and NWSL Columbus, focused on club growth, community impact and women's professional soccer.
Columbus Crew (MLS) NWSL Columbus (NWSL) Cleveland Browns (NFL)
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Como 1907 Ventures
Como 1907 Ventures is the investment arm of Como 1907, the Italian Serie A football club, deploying capital into sports, media, and technology ventures aligned with the club's global growth strategy.
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Compagnie des Alpes
European leisure operator investing in emerging racket-sport infrastructure.
PadelCity — €20M investment.
PadelCity — €20M (2026).
Concrete Rose Capital
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL) via Concrete Rose Capital, represented by Sean Mendy
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Connect Ventures
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Backer of TGL (TMRW Sports Golf League)
Connor McDavid
Active NHL superstar taking athlete equity in athlete-fandom-driven consumer brands.
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor.
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor group (2026).
Conor Casey
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Cosey Coleman
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Courtside Ventures
Courtside Ventures is the leading early-stage fund focused on Sports, Lifestyle and Gaming. Founded in 2016, the firm backs founders redefining what sports and fan engagement look like, betting the next generation of consumers will spend a growing share of wallet and time in these categories.
StockX, 100 Thieves, Veo, Mojo, Religion of Sports. The Athletic (exited to The New York Times for $550M).
Deploying a third fund across sports, lifestyle and gaming; portfolio includes Veo, Mojo, Religion of Sports, StockX and 100 Thieves.
Crain Communications
Established business media and publishing company (Crain's New York Business, Crain's Detroit Business, Advertising Age, and other trade brands). Makes strategic minority investments in sports media and business journalism platforms that complement its publishing portfolio.
Front Office Sports (February 2022): acquired a minority stake of $5 million, valuing the sports business media outlet at approximately $25 million.
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Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo utilizes a vertically integrated investment strategy, leveraging his global personal brand to build an infrastructure of performance-oriented assets. His portfolio focuses on health, wellness, longevity, and high-growth technology (AI, digital media), combined with strategic ownership of sports properties and hospitality. The strategy prioritizes direct equity stakes and joint ventures that create sustainable, recurring revenue models while amplifying his presence in the global attention economy.
UD Almería (25% stake, Spanish football club, February 2026); Al-Nassr FC (reported 15-20% ownership stake, Saudi Pro League, ongoing since 2023); WOW FC (corporate shareholder, Spanish MMA promotion, 2025); UFL (core financial backer, football video game, 2026); Whoop (investor and global ambassador, health/performance tech, 2024); Bioniq (meaningful equity stake/investor, personalized nutrition, 2024); FanCraze (investor, blockchain/sports collectibles, 2022); Padel City (sports complex developer, Portugal, 2025); CR7 Fitness Crunch (co-owner, gym chain, 2016).
Whoop (equity investment and brand ambassadorship, March 2026).
Cypress Partners Chicago
There is no evidence of an investment firm named 'Cypress Partners Chicago' that focuses on sports. Historical entities like 'Smith/Cypress Partners LP' (founded 2005) were focused on real estate development and commercial property, not sports team ownership or sports investment.
None. Research indicates no public record of sports team ownership, league investments, or sports property acquisitions by any entity named 'Cypress Partners' or 'Cypress Partners Chicago'. The entity 'Smith/Cypress Partners LP' was a real estate development joint venture involving NFL player Emmitt Smith and Roger Staubach, which focused on retail-anchored commercial real estate projects, not sports-related assets.
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D1 Capital Partners
Global investment firm investing across internet, technology, telecom, media, consumer, healthcare, financial, industrial and real estate sectors — including consumer platforms tied to sports fandom and collectibles. Sports collectibles and authentication infrastructure. Pairing operator industry knowledge (Nat Turner) with long-duration private capital, the group backs Collectors Universe, parent of card-grading leader PSA, in the booming sports memorabilia market.
Collectors Universe / PSA: in 2021 an investor group led by Nat Turner, D1 Capital Partners and Steve Cohen's Cohen Private Ventures took the company private at an $853M equity value ($92.00 per share); in 2022 Collectors announced a $100M capital raise at a $4.3B valuation.
Collectors Universe (PSA) — 2021 take-private, $4.3B valuation by 2022
DRW
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Daddy Yankee
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Pro Padel League (PPL) franchise owner (Series A)
Dallas Turner
Emerging sports leagues
Investor in SailGP U.S. Team alongside Avenue Sports Fund
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Dan Benton
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Dan Rosensweig
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Dana White
UFC CEO and combat sports mogul expanding into athlete-driven consumer and collectibles brands.
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor; UFC (CEO/ownership stake).
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor group (2026).
Daniel Kroeber
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Co-Founder & Executive Board Member, Rhode Island FC (USL Championship)
Danielle Slaton
Founding owner of Bay FC (NWSL) — one of the 'Founding Four' USWNT legends
Bay FC founding owner (NWSL)
Darco Capital
Michael Rubin family investment entity holding Philadelphia 76ers ownership stake
Michael Rubin family investment entity holding Philadelphia 76ers ownership stake
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DasBallers Ventures
Pursues income growth opportunities in sports clubs and sports tech, with a focus on the ownership economics of teams and leagues. Publishes market commentary on private capital's growing role in sports, multi-owner club risk distribution, league media rights and institutional capital entering the sector.
No publicly disclosed portfolio investments at this time.
No publicly disclosed investment to date.
David Adelman
76ers Alternate Governor (HBSE / Philadelphia 76ers)
76ers Alternate Governor
David Blitzer
HBSE Co-Founder & Controlling Partner (76ers, Devils, Crystal Palace, Commanders, Joe Gibbs Racing); also Bolt Ventures family office
HBSE controlling partner
David Rubenstein
Individual LP stake in Washington Commanders (NFL) as part of Josh Harris-led $6.05B acquisition group; controlling owner of Baltimore Orioles (MLB)
Washington Commanders LP stake
David Stiepleman
Investor in Bay FC (NWSL) via Sixth Street Partners majority institutional PE backing
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Dawn Staley
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Unrivaled Basketball League
DeAndre Hopkins
Emerging sports leagues
Investor in SailGP U.S. Team
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DeBartolo Corporation / York Family
DeBartolo-York family ownership of the San Francisco 49ers
DeBartolo-York family ownership of the San Francisco 49ers
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Delaware North (Jacobs Family)
Combines direct sports franchise ownership with global leadership in sports venue hospitality and food service operations.
Boston Bruins, TD Garden
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Deontay Wilder
Emerging sports leagues
Investor in SailGP U.S. Team
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Desiree Gruber
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Dick's Sporting Goods Venture Arm
Corporate venture investing in youth sports properties and programming. Recent: Led $120M investment round in Unrivaled Sports, October 2026.
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Dolan Family Office
Dolan family investment entity holding Madison Square Garden sports and entertainment assets
Dolan family investment entity holding Madison Square Garden sports and entertainment assets
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Dominique Petrie
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Donna Bartley
Local Oklahoma City civic leader and philanthropist; investor in OKC United (USL Championship)
OKC United investor (USL Championship)
Dragoneer Investment Group
San Francisco-based growth equity firm managing over $35B AUM. Historically known for late-stage tech bets (Uber, Airbnb, Spotify, DoorDash, OpenAI) and now making a massive entrance into major sports team ownership.
Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) & Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) — acquired controlling ownership from Marc Lore at $4.5B enterprise valuation; originally joined as minority LP alongside Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez.
Majority stake acquisition of Timberwolves & Lynx at $4.5B enterprise valuation (Aug 2026)
Drake
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Co-owner of Venezia FC; brokered €100M raise (Tim Leiweke & Francesca Bodie)
Drake Star
Global investment banking firm dedicated to the sports, media, and entertainment sectors — advising and executing M&A, capital raises, and franchise transactions across the sports industry.
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Dundon Capital Partners
Dallas-based private investment firm founded in 2015 by billionaire entrepreneur Tom Dundon. Deploys capital across growth equity, buyouts, and credit with a heavy emphasis on live entertainment, major franchises, and sports media/technology.
Carolina Hurricanes (NHL) — majority stake acquired 2018 for $420M, later sole owner; Stanley Cup winners. Pickleball monopoly rollup — acquired PPA Tour, Pickleball Central, PickleballTournaments.com, and merged PPA with Major League Pickleball under the United Pickleball Association (UPA); owns the hardware, software, news hub (Pickleball.com), and professional league ecosystem. Topgolf / Topgolf Callaway Brands — early major investor and director, scaled before multi-billion-dollar merger with Callaway. Portland Trail Blazers (NBA) — led investment group acquisition, funded in part by selling minority equity in the Hurricanes at a $2.66B valuation. Trinity Forest Golf Club — funded and developed the Dallas championship golf course (former home of the PGA Tour's AT&T Byron Nelson), home facility for SMU golf teams and First Tee of Dallas. Alliance of American Football (AAF) — invested $250M in 2019 startup football league; suspended operations eight weeks into the season due to structural issues between AAF and NFLPA.
Portland Trail Blazers (NBA); United Pickleball Association (UPA) rollup
Dynasty Equity
Dynasty Equity is a global sports investment firm acquiring minority interests in sports franchises, leagues and related assets. Co-founded by Jonathan Nelson (founder of Providence Equity Partners) and K. Don Cornwell (founding partner at PJT Partners), the firm pairs deep industry relationships with a long-duration, partnership-first approach to help assets grow.
TMRW Sports (Jan 2024), Unrivaled Sports (May 2025), Seattle Seahawks minority stake (Sept 2026).
Acquired a minority interest in the Seattle Seahawks (September 2026).
Earvin "Magic" Johnson
Individual LP stake in Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS); former controlling owner of LA Sparks (WNBA); co-owner of Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB); individual LP stake in the Washington Commanders (NFL) as part of Josh Harris-led $6.05B acquisition group
Washington Commanders LP stake
Echo Echo Investment Capital
Multi-strategy investment firm leading a $610M ownership group for Oklahoma City's new professional soccer expansion club, bringing together top athlete investors across the NBA, NFL, soccer, and track & field.
Leading $610M ownership group for OKC's new professional soccer expansion club. Athlete investors include Russell Westbrook (NBA), Jalen Williams (NBA), Jozy Altidore (Soccer), Baker Mayfield (NFL), Nik Bonitto (NFL), and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (Track & Field).
$610M OKC professional soccer expansion club ownership group (July 2026)
Echo Investment Capital
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Leading $610M OKC Soccer expansion group
Echo Investment Capital (Echo Soccer)
Majority & anchor owner of OKC United (USL Championship, formerly OKC Energy FC), the new franchise rebranded ahead of its planned 2028 return
OKC United majority owner (USL Championship)
Eldridge Industries
Todd Boehly is the Co-founder, Chairman, and CEO of Eldridge Industries, a holding company with investments across media, sports, technology, real estate, and financial services. Boehly is a prominent sports investor holding ownership stakes in several high-profile teams across multiple sports globally.
Association Football (Soccer): Chelsea F.C. (English Premier League) — Chairman and co-controlling owner via the BlueCo consortium. RC Strasbourg Alsace (French Ligue 1) — Co-owner via BlueCo. Baseball: Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB) — Part-owner; helped spearhead the group's acquisition and created its lucrative regional sports network, SportsNet LA. Basketball: Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) — Minority co-owner. Los Angeles Sparks (WNBA) — Co-owner. Cricket & Esports: Trent Rockets (The Hundred cricket franchise) — Co-owner. Cloud9 (Esports organization) — Early-stage venture investor.
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Elysian Park Ventures
Focus: Early- to growth-stage sports technology, human performance, athlete health, and venue tech. Backs innovations in wearable tracking, sleep/recovery diagnostics, and physical performance optimization. Strategic Advantage: Formed in partnership with Los Angeles Dodgers leadership, providing direct testing access with elite professional athletes and training facilities.
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Emerson Collective
Major individual LP stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) via Laurene Powell Jobs
MSE major LP stake
Empower HER Fund
Collective of 13 Charlotte women executives, business owners and community leaders founded in 2024. Mission: demonstrate the power of women as sports investors and support professional athletes during and after their playing careers through mentorship and professional development.
1) Charlotte Crown (The UPSHOT League inaugural champions) - invested, terms not disclosed; Crown played first season across Charlotte, Greensboro, Jacksonville and Savannah with 2027 planning underway. 2) Carolina Ascent FC (Charlotte, USL Super League) - took a 25% stake in 2024 with the stated goal of eventually giving the club majority female ownership.
Charlotte Crown (The UPSHOT League), terms not disclosed
Endeavour / MARI (Ari Emanuel)
Talent and media conglomerate acquiring marquee global sports event properties.
MARI — acquired Miami Open & Madrid Open for $1B+ (with Apollo Global Management and RedBird Capital).
Miami Open & Madrid Open — $1B+ acquisition (2026).
Enfield Investment Partners
Dedicated global sports asset fund focused on teams, leagues, and infrastructure via strategic partnerships. Co-invests alongside sovereign and institutional capital.
Strategic partnership with SURJ Sports Investment for global sports asset acquisition.
$4B global sports asset fund launch (January 2025)
Carl Lindner III
Managing owner of FC Cincinnati and a lead backer of the Cincinnati Open, investing in club, stadium and tennis event infrastructure.
FC Cincinnati (MLS) Cincinnati Open (ATP Masters 1000) TQL Stadium
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Factory Capital
Convenes multiple athletes behind single investments in syndicate-style deals, aggregating athlete capital for institutional-grade sports opportunities.
Syndicated athlete-backed investments.
Athlete-led syndicate investment (May 2026)
Falfurrias Capital Partners
Growth investments in youth sports platforms and facility brands. Recent: August 2026 growth investment in Youth Athletes United (Soccer Stars, Amazing Athletes).
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Falk Sport Management
Financial advisor and equity investor; Managing Partner at Alterna Equity Partners. Board member of Falk Sport Management and Advisory Board member for the Falk School of Sports Management at Syracuse University. Gubernatorial appointee to the Florida State Board.
Equity investments via Alterna Equity Partners
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Felipe Martins
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Fenway Sports Group (FSG)
Core holdings: Boston Red Sox (MLB), Liverpool F.C. (Premier League), Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL), RFK Racing (NASCAR), Boston Common Golf (TGL)
FSG portfolio (MLB/EPL/NHL/NASCAR/TGL)
Fenway Sports Group (FSG)
Fenway Sports Group (FSG) owns the Boston Red Sox (MLB), Liverpool FC (Premier League), and a stake in NASCAR's RFK Racing. For a portfolio of this scale, adding a women's golf franchise (Boston Common Golf WTGL) is a relatively small check — consistent with FSG's strategy of bolt-on investments across emerging leagues alongside its premium flagship franchise ownership. Portfolio also includes the Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL), Boston Common Golf (TGL men's), and NESN regional sports network.
Boston Red Sox (MLB), Liverpool FC (Premier League), Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL), RFK Racing (NASCAR), Boston Common Golf — TGL & WTGL, NESN
Boston Common Golf WTGL Franchise (Women's Team Golf League) — Aug 2026
Fifth Generation Sports
Middle-market sports transactions spanning teams, events, agencies, technology, media, youth sports and consumer products.
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Forte Capital
Forte Capital Group (led by Roger Monteforte) is a financial services and investment advisory firm focused on asset management, wealth planning, and late-stage growth capital, primarily through its Innovation X Advisors affiliate. Its strategy centers on providing institutional and high-net-worth clients with access to disruptive, high-growth companies. There is no evidence of a formal mandate for investing in sports teams, clubs, or professional leagues; previous sports-related activity has been limited to corporate sponsorship and wealth management services for athletes.
Forte Capital LLC (Rochester, NY, acquired by Mariner Wealth Advisors in 2025) signed a strategic marketing and wealth management sponsorship agreement with Empire United Soccer Academy in 2019. There are no known ownership stakes, equity investments, or acquisition deals in any professional sports teams, leagues, or clubs.
Strategic sponsorship and wealth management partnership with Empire United Soccer Academy (2019).
Fortuitous Partners
Sports-anchored real estate development and Opportunity Zone funds. Core strategy: build mixed-use, multi-asset real estate surrounding professional sports venues, converting stadiums into multi-purpose community hubs that host "rectangular sports" (soccer, rugby, lacrosse, field hockey) as well as concerts and civic events to create year-round economic activity. Investments are structured heavily through Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs), leveraging tax incentives to direct capital into economically distressed or urban redevelopment zones.
Tidewater Landing, Pawtucket, Rhode Island (flagship project) — Centreville Bank Stadium, home of Rhode Island FC (USL Championship), alongside waterfront housing, retail, and commercial developments. Structured through Qualified Opportunity Funds targeting urban redevelopment zones.
Tidewater Landing (Pawtucket, RI) — Centreville Bank Stadium, home of Rhode Island FC, with waterfront housing, retail, and commercial development
Forward Sports Group
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Friedkin Group LTD Houston TX
The Friedkin Group focuses on long-term, sustainable investments across various sectors, including automotive, hospitality, entertainment, and sports, aiming to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.
- A.S. Roma (Italian Serie A): Acquired in August 2020 for $591 million. ([mergr.com](https://mergr.com/company/the-friedkin-group?utm_source=openai)) - Everton F.C. (English Premier League): Majority stake acquired in December 2024, increasing ownership to 99.5%. On 9 October 2026 the group confirmed it is open to selling a controlling stake, or 100% of the club, to the right owner. ([The Athletic](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7672592/2026/10/09/everton-friedkin-group-owner-sale/)) - A.S. Cannes (French Championnat National 2): Included in the portfolio managed by Pursuit Sports since July 2025. ([finance.yahoo.com](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/friedkin-group-launches-pursuit-sports-103000477.html?utm_source=openai))
Everton FC (Oct 2026) — The Friedkin Group open to selling a controlling stake or 100% of the club
G9 Ventures
Investment group backing women's professional sports franchises.
LOVB Austin (League One Volleyball) — investor group.
LOVB Austin — investor group (2026).
GMF Capital
Opportunistic investments across private equity, real estate, and alternative assets, including sports media and entertainment platforms.
Motorsport Network
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GTCR
Invests in sports facility infrastructure and technology. Recent: $400M investment (Jan 2026) in LiveBarn/Ascent Sports Group for streaming and facility management across 1,900+ venues.
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Game Plan Special Services
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Gamma Waves Partners
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Permanent-capital vehicle targeting minority stakes in clubs, teams, athletes, sports tech (€100M target)
Gary Vaynerchuk
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VaynerSports; sports investment activity; Unrivaled Basketball League
Pau Gasol
Gasol16 Ventures is the strategic investment vehicle and private holding company launched by two-time NBA Champion and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Pau Gasol. Based out of Barcelona and the United States, the firm focuses on growth-stage (Series A/B) investments across sports technology, health and wellness, fan engagement, and sports equality.
Liga F (Spain's Women's Football League): Submitted a €55 million commercial proposal to manage the commercial rights for Liga F, signaling athlete-led institutional investment in women's football commercial operations.
Submitted a €55 million commercial proposal to manage commercial rights for Spain's women's football league, Liga F.
General Atlantic
Global growth equity firm investing in technology, media, and high-growth businesses. Newly partnering with the NFL (via 32 Equity) on a new vehicle to invest in businesses on the frontline of fandom, sports, media and technology, with outside capital likely on the horizon.
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Genius Sports
Official sports data and technology partner to leagues, federations, and sportsbooks — acquiring and commercializing data and streaming rights across pro sports, powering betting, media, and fan engagement products.
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Geno Auriemma
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Giannis Antetokounmpo
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Gitto Group
The Gitto Group is a private, family-owned and operated real estate development and property management firm based in Port Jefferson, New York. Their primary investment strategy centers on multifamily residential and mixed-use commercial real estate development, primarily on Long Island. They do not maintain a publicly reported strategy, fund, or mandate for sports team ownership or sports-related asset investment.
None. There is no public record of The Gitto Group or Ryan M. Gitto having made any investments in sports teams, leagues, sports technology, or related properties.
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Glazer Family
The Glazer family employs a strategy characterized by the acquisition of high-value, iconic sports franchises using leveraged finance. Their approach prioritizes long-term asset appreciation, operational excellence, and the monetization of global brand value, often leveraging the cash-generative nature of their assets to support broader family investment objectives and dividends.
1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (NFL): Majority ownership acquired by Malcolm Glazer in 1995 for $192 million. 2. Manchester United (Premier League): Majority ownership acquired by the Glazer family via a leveraged buyout completed in 2005 for approximately £790 million. 3. Desert Vipers (ILT20): Franchise in the UAE-based T20 cricket league acquired by Avram Glazer via Lancer Capital in 2021. 4. Manchester United (Partial Divestment): Sale of a 25% minority stake to Sir Jim Ratcliffe (INEOS) in 2023 for approximately £1.25 billion, with the Glazers retaining majority equity and voting control.
Proposed bid of approximately $1.8 billion by Avram Glazer (via Lancer Capital) to acquire the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) cricket franchise in the Indian Premier League (February 2026).
Goldberg, Shalom
There is no public record of a 'Shalom Goldberg' acting as a sports investor, fund principal, or owner of sports properties. Research identifies Yechiel Shalom Goldberg as a Ph.D., Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) based in Beverly Hills, California, focused on financial planning, risk management, and estate planning for families, particularly those with special needs.
None. There are no public records of sports investments, team ownership, or sports property equity stakes for any individual named Shalom Goldberg.
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Goldman Sachs
Global investment bank active in sports franchise sales, league and team financings, stadium bond issuances, and media rights deals across major professional leagues.
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Goodwin Gaw
Ownership stake in Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS)
LAFC ownership
Carolyn Tisch Blodgett
Co-owner of NJ/NY Gotham FC and part of the New York Giants ownership family, focused on growing women's soccer and sports marketing.
Gotham FC (NWSL) New York Giants (NFL)
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Gotham FC Women's Soccer Club
NJ/NY Gotham FC is a professional women's soccer club in the NWSL and 2023 NWSL Championship winner. Ownership group includes high-profile investors backing the growth of women's professional soccer in the New York/New Jersey market.
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Ownership stakes in NJ/NY Gotham FC (NWSL)
Granite Associates
Granite Associates is the single-family office of the Gerry family, primarily focused on managing the family's assets through a diversified portfolio. Its sports investments are typically opportunistic, passion-driven minority stakes in professional franchises that align with the family's personal interests rather than a formal institutional sports-focused investment mandate.
1. D.C. United (Major League Soccer) - Minority ownership stake acquired in September 2021. 2. Tampa Bay Lightning (National Hockey League) - Minority ownership stake (date not publicly disclosed, confirmed active as of 2025).
D.C. United (Minority stake), September 2021
Gregory Scott
Riverside Pro Soccer (USL) — owner & investor
Riverside Pro Soccer (USL)
Gregory Scott Jr.
Local entrepreneur and Inc. 5000 CEO building professional soccer in Riverside, CA; also a minority investor in Orange County Soccer Club (USL Championship).
USL Riverside Pro Soccer (Riverside, CA) – Founding Owner leading the effort to bring professional soccer to Riverside, including a soccer-specific stadium and sports/entertainment district; Orange County Soccer Club (USL Championship) – minority investor.
USL Riverside Pro Soccer – Founding Owner
Guggenheim Partners
Focuses on large-scale sports assets and infrastructure projects with stable long-term returns; partners with institutional investors on major team acquisitions.
Los Angeles Dodgers ownership; Chelsea FC consortium participation.
Los Angeles Dodgers and related sports holdings (ongoing)
Gulf States TOYOTA
Gulf States Toyota focuses on distributing Toyota vehicles and parts across five U.S. states, with a history of expanding into sports-related ventures.
Gulf States Toyota has acquired naming rights to several sports venues, including Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, Toyota Field in San Antonio, Texas, and Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.
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HIH
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Habtour Hotels
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Haider Syed
HDVentures, led by Haider Syed, is a Saudi-based family office group with a strategic focus on technology, sports, and healthcare investments. The firm aims to leverage its expertise in these sectors to drive innovation and growth.
Specific details about past sports investments by HDVentures are not publicly disclosed.
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Harbinger Sports Partners
Mark Cuban's fund targeting minority stakes in major U.S. sports franchises. Held an initial close of $450M toward a $750M–$1B target to acquire diversified, passive exposure to franchise equity across the major North American leagues.
Acquired a minority stake in the Athletics via Harbinger Sports Partners.
Harbinger Sports Partners initial close — $450M toward $750M–$1B target (2026).
Harbinger Sports Partners
Harbinger Sports Partners focuses on acquiring minority ownership stakes in mature, profitable professional sports franchises across major U.S. leagues (MLB, NBA, NFL). The firm employs a data-driven approach to identify value inflection points before they become apparent to the broader market, leveraging predictive analytics and deep operational expertise to enhance franchise performance and create liquidity pathways for institutional investors.
As of May 2026, Harbinger Sports Partners has not publicly disclosed any completed sports investment deals.
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Harris Blitzer
Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) focuses on owning and operating premier sports franchises, venues, and entertainment properties, aiming to deliver exceptional fan experiences and foster community engagement.
- Acquisition of the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in 2011 - Acquisition of the New Jersey Devils (NHL) and operating rights to Prudential Center in 2013 - Purchase of esports organization Dignitas in 2016 - Acquisition of Clutch Gaming in 2019, merging it with Dignitas to form New Meta Entertainment - Minority stake in Joe Gibbs Racing in 2023
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Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE)
Core holdings: Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), New Jersey Devils (NHL), Crystal Palace F.C. (EPL), Washington Commanders (NFL), Joe Gibbs Racing (NASCAR)
HBSE portfolio (NBA/NHL/EPL/NFL/NASCAR)
Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment
Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) focuses on delivering exceptional fan experiences by leveraging its diverse portfolio of sports franchises, venues, and investment platforms. The company aims to create positive change in the world and support the communities where its teams operate.
- Acquisition of the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) in 2011 - Acquisition of the New Jersey Devils (NHL) in 2013 - Acquisition of Crystal Palace F.C. (EPL) in 2015 - Acquisition of esports organization Dignitas in 2017 - Acquisition of Clutch Gaming and merger with Dignitas to form New Meta Entertainment in 2019 - Minority investment in Joe Gibbs Racing (NASCAR) in 2023 - Acquisition of the Washington Commanders (NFL) in 2023 - Awarded a bid for a Philadelphia WNBA team to begin play in 2030 in 2025
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Bruce Mandell
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Haslam Sports Group
Haslam family sports group owning the Browns, Columbus Crew stake, and Bristol ventures
Haslam family sports group owning the Browns, Columbus Crew stake, and Bristol ventures
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Hattie Mae Foundation
The Hattie Mae Lesley Foundation focuses on supporting charitable organizations that aim to improve the welfare of those in need, with a particular emphasis on education, career and vocational training, social services, and arts programs.
The foundation has provided grants to organizations such as the Fort Worth Museum of Science & History and the Fort Worth Opera Association, which may include sports-related programs. ([hattiemaelesleyfoundation.org](https://hattiemaelesleyfoundation.org/grants/?utm_source=openai))
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Jordan Gardner
Acquires majority controlling stakes in European football clubs through American investment consortiums.
Acquired an 80% majority stake in Heart of Midlothian FC (Hearts Football Club LLC). Former shareholder of Swansea City and Dundalk FC.
80% majority stake in Heart of Midlothian FC (Hearts Football Club LLC)
Hendricks Investment Holding's
Hendricks Investment Holdings seeks to become long-term partners with exceptional management teams and employees who share the goal of significant long-term growth while leaving a lasting and positive impact on the communities in which they operate.
Hendricks Investment Holdings has invested in Blonhaven Hunt Club, a hunting preserve in Wisconsin. ([hendricksholding.com](https://www.hendricksholding.com/portfolio?utm_source=openai))
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Herbert Simon Family Office
Long-term, generational ownership of professional basketball franchises supporting community and regional identity.
Indiana Pacers, Indiana Fever
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Baye Adofo-Wilson
Sports team ownership and sports-anchored urban real estate development. Managing Member/Owner of the New York Cosmos (relaunch club co-owned with former Red Bull executive Erik Stover) and Majority Owner of the New Jersey Jackals (Frontier League baseball) via Hinchcliffe Sports Partners LLC, co-developer of Historic Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson, NJ.
New Jersey Jackals (Frontier League baseball) — Majority Owner; New York Cosmos (2026 relaunch) — co-Owner with Erik Stover; Historic Hinchliffe Stadium redevelopment, Paterson NJ — co-developer.
Majority Owner, New Jersey Jackals (Frontier League baseball, playing at Historic Hinchliffe Stadium); co-Owner, New York Cosmos (2026 relaunch, with Erik Stover)
Hoffmann Family of Companies
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Acquired controlling interest in Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL)
Hogan Lovells
Global law firm with a prominent sports industry practice advising leagues, clubs, owners, and investors on franchise transactions, financings, sponsorships, and media rights.
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Holt Family
Holt Ventures, the investment arm of the Holt family, focuses on investing in new technologies and companies that address challenges in the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Their approach emphasizes providing funding along with real-world mentorship and guidance to accelerate growth and commercialization.
In 1993, the Holt family became principal owners of the San Antonio Spurs, an NBA franchise. They have also owned other sports franchises, including the Austin Toros (NBA Development League), the San Antonio Rampage (AHL), and the San Antonio Silver Stars (WNBA). In 2021, they sold a combined 30% stake in the Spurs to Sixth Street and Michael Dell, valuing the franchise at $1.8 billion.
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Hometown Soccer Holding's
Hometown Soccer Holdings (HSH) is a joint venture between KKR and Major League Soccer (MLS) aimed at accelerating the growth of MLS NEXT Pro. The partnership focuses on expanding professional soccer into new markets, developing soccer-specific stadiums, and enhancing fan engagement through high-energy matchday environments with distinct local identities. By centralizing and scaling the commercial operations of MLS NEXT Pro, HSH seeks to build sustainable growth and strengthen the league's presence across the United States and Canada.
As a newly formed entity in April 2026, HSH has not yet completed any notable sports deals. However, the partnership between KKR and MLS represents a significant strategic investment to support the evolution of MLS NEXT Pro.
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Hornets Sports and Entertainment
Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) focuses on enhancing the fan experience, modernizing facilities, and fostering strategic partnerships to drive growth and community engagement.
In October 2023, HSE partnered with Feastables, the snack brand founded by YouTube star MrBeast, as the official jersey patch partner for the Charlotte Hornets and their affiliates. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/10/02/charlotte-hornets-sign-mrbeasts-feastables-as-official-jersey-patch-partner-340762?utm_source=openai)) In October 2025, HSE and Truist announced a multi-year strategic partnership, designating Truist as a Proud Partner of the Charlotte Hornets and a Foundational Partner of the Novant Health Performance Center. ([media.truist.com](https://media.truist.com/hornets?utm_source=openai))
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Horrow Sports Ventures
Horrow Sports Ventures specializes in facility development and sports infrastructure projects, offering advisory services to teams, leagues, universities, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. The firm focuses on structuring innovative funding strategies to drive major sports, performing arts, and urban development projects.
Rick Horrow, Chairman of Horrow Sports Ventures, has structured over 100 deals valued at more than $20 billion, including stadium and arena deals across the U.S. and internationally. Notable projects include collaborations with major sports leagues such as the NFL, NHL, MLB, PGA Tour, NASCAR, and Major League Soccer.
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Hotspur Labs
Hotspur Labs is the investment arm of Tottenham Hotspur, deploying capital on behalf of the club into sports, media, and technology ventures aligned with the club's global brand and commercial strategy.
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Ted Segal
Owner of the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash, investing in MLS and NWSL club operations, stadium experience and Houston soccer growth.
Houston Dynamo (MLS) Houston Dash (NWSL)
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Hudl
Leading sports video analysis and coaching software platform serving teams from youth to professional levels — a key infrastructure player in the sports technology ecosystem and an active acquirer of sports software businesses.
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Hull Owner
Hull Owner, led by Turkish media tycoon Acun Illicali, focuses on investing in football clubs to enhance their competitiveness in European competitions by developing young talent and improving facilities.
In June 2023, Acun Illicali acquired a majority stake in Shelbourne FC, a prominent club in the Irish Premier League. ([insideworldfootball.com](https://www.insideworldfootball.com/2023/06/09/hulls-turkish-owner-illicali-buys-irelands-shelbourne-fc/?utm_source=openai)) Previously, in 2022, he purchased a 60% share in Dutch club Fortuna Sittard for €8 million, and in 2023, he acquired Hull City in the English Championship for £20 million.
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Hunt Sports Group
Hunt family ownership of the Kansas City Chiefs and FC Dallas
Hunt family ownership of the Kansas City Chiefs and FC Dallas
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IGP Sports & Ent. Group
IGP Sports & Entertainment Group, established in 1996, specializes in tournament production and professional athlete management, focusing on enhancing the commercial success of sports events and athletes. ([forbes.com](https://www.forbes.com/sites/darrenheitner/2013/04/15/img-worldwide-purchases-golf-management-company-as-talks-of-sale-continue/?utm_source=openai))
In 2013, IGP managed the Honda Classic, a PGA Tour event held at PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. ([forbes.com](https://www.forbes.com/sites/darrenheitner/2013/04/15/img-worldwide-purchases-golf-management-company-as-talks-of-sale-continue/?utm_source=openai))
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Ice Shaker
Former NFL fullback turned entrepreneur. Founder and CEO of Ice Shaker, the insulated stainless steel shaker bottle company he built with brother Rob Gronkowski.
Ice Shaker (Founder & CEO)
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Icon Sports Ventures
Icon Sports Ventures pairs capital with founder support, category relationships, and athlete-performance context across early-stage sports technology. Core lens is AI plus elite performance networks, focused on companies at the intersection of AI, performance, health, and elite development.
Portfolio: RSP AI (athlete management, Barrett Stover), Roam Water / Roam Technologies (hydration tech, Sunjay Galeria), C35 Baseball Advisors (player development, Rob Wooten). Roam Technologies announced a partnership with UNC Athletics.
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Ilitch Holdings
Invests in major league sports franchises and associated venue infrastructure to drive regional economic development and brand synergy.
Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Tigers, Little Caesars Arena
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Inner Circle Sports
Leading sports investment bank advising on team transactions, league expansion, and capital raises.
LOVB Pro — strategic advisor; NWSL expansion processes; Jose Feliciano's Padres acquisition; Luke Walton's Bulls minority stake.
LOVB Pro — strategic advisor (2026).
Isos7 Sports Investments
Isos7 Sports Investments: Co-founded by Carmelo Anthony, a sports-focused private equity firm dedicated to investing in global sports leagues, teams, emerging properties, and sports-related businesses, with a focus on backing underrepresented groups and diverse owners. Unrivaled Basketball League: Early investor in Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s professional basketball league co-founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier. Overtime: Through his venture capital firm, early investor in Overtime, the popular digital sports network and youth sports league operator. Puerto Rico FC: In 2015, Anthony purchased and launched Puerto Rico FC, a professional soccer team that competed in the North American Soccer League (NASL). Jordan Brand (Endorsement & Co-Design): First signature athlete for Jordan Brand, producing a line of 13 signature shoes. Barcode: Investor in the plant-based fitness and hydration beverage brand (co-founded by former NBA trainer Bar Malik). Casper Sleep: Early investor in the direct-to-consumer mattress and sleep company. Back to the Roots: Investor in the organic gardening and sustainable food startup. Daily Harvest: Invested in the organic food delivery subscription service. Melo7 Tech Partners (2013): Co-founded alongside media executive Stuart Goldfarb — invests in early and growth-stage tech, digital media, and consumer internet companies. Key portfolio: DraftKings, Lyft, SeatGeek, Goalsetter, Unicorn Auctions. Creative 7: Multi-platform production company for documentaries, films, television, and podcasts (7pm in Brooklyn podcast co-hosted with The Kid Mero). VII(N) - The Seventh Estate: Global estate wine brand co-founded with Asani Swann. STAYME7O: Lifestyle and apparel brand built around his signature mantra, focusing on community, mental health, and wellness.
Puerto Rico FC (2015) / Unrivaled Basketball League / Overtime
JAY-Z (Shawn Carter)
Cultural entrepreneur bridging music, sports, and consumer brands; brings cultural reach outside traditional sports media.
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor; Roc Nation Sports (founding).
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor group (2026).
JMA
JMA Sports focuses on delivering comprehensive brand activation services, including strategy development, experience design, connected activations, partnership and sponsorship management, and innovative storytelling. Their approach emphasizes personalized touch and agility, aiming to move brands with focus rather than spinning wheels. ([jmasports.com](https://jmasports.com/?utm_source=openai))
Specific details about JMA Sports' past sports deals are not publicly disclosed.
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JP Morgan Chase Sports Division
J.P. Morgan Chase's Sports Investment Banking Coverage group focuses on providing advisory and financing solutions for investments in sports franchises globally, recognizing sports as an increasingly significant asset class attracting institutional investors.
Advised on various transactions, including Liberty Media, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), World Wrestling Entertainment, Juventus FC, QuintEvents, Renault Group, and Jim Ratcliffe's minority acquisition of Manchester United.
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Jalen Williams
High-profile athlete LP in OKC United (USL Championship); All-Rookie and rising star forward for the OKC Thunder
OKC United LP (USL Championship)
Jalen Williams
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OKC Soccer expansion group ($610M)
James Keston
Orange County Soccer Club (USL Championship) — owner; the club captured its first USL Championship title in 2021.
Orange County Soccer Club — majority owner of the USL Championship club, which won the 2021 USL Championship title under his ownership
Jason Kelce
Winnie Capital, the private family office of Jason and Kylie Kelce, focuses on passion-driven and strategic investments in consumer brands, sports properties, and media ventures that align with the couple's personal interests, cultural network, and authenticity. The firm prioritizes partnerships where Jason Kelce can contribute as a creative partner, ambassador, or operator, often targeting ventures rooted in community, food, and sports culture.
1. Garage Beer (June 2024): Strategic significant ownership stake (co-owned with Travis Kelce). 2. HOMAGE Inc. (October 2024): Equity investment (via Winnie Capital). 3. St. Joseph Goats (Arena League) (May 2025): 1% ownership stake (via Garage Beer). 4. IMG Academy (November 2023): Participant in a $1.25 billion acquisition alongside over 50 other athletes via Patricof Co. 5. Sullivan County Golf Club (June 2025): Partial ownership stake (invested alongside Bill Murray, Tom Coyne, and Mike Madden). 6. Hank Sauce (December 2025): Strategic equity investment (via Winnie Capital).
Hank Sauce, a New Jersey-based hot sauce company, through a strategic equity investment via Winnie Capital (December 2025).
Jay Farner
Detroit-based investor funding soccer stadium and sports infrastructure projects.
Detroit City FC Stadium — lead investor via Ronin Capital.
Detroit City FC Stadium (2026).
Jeff Bell's guy- California
The firm focuses on providing comprehensive financial planning, career and life coaching, and investment management services to its clients.
Specific details about past sports-related investments are not publicly available.
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Jeff Bezos
Reportedly in discussions to join a consortium buying a stake in Liverpool Football Club.
Liverpool Football Club consortium stake (in discussions, 2026)
Jennifer Epstein
Controlling owner & leader of Boston Legacy FC (NWSL Boston); lead of Boston Unity Partners consortium
Boston Legacy FC controlling owner (NWSL)
Jesse Smith
There is no public record of an investor named Jesse Smith who operates an investment firm or fund focused on sports ownership or sports-specific private equity. Research identifies several individuals named Jesse Smith in various non-investment professional capacities, including sports administration, real estate, and municipal leadership.
None. Publicly identified individuals named Jesse Smith are professionals in fields such as collegiate athletic development (UW-Green Bay), sports marketing (Angel City FC), or municipal government (former Mayor of North Kansas City), none of whom are identified as sports investors, club owners, or private equity principals.
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Jim Ratcliffe
Jim Ratcliffe, through his company INEOS, invests in sports properties to enhance their performance and value, leveraging his expertise in business turnaround strategies.
- Acquired a 25% stake in Manchester United in December 2023, with a total investment of approximately $1.3 billion. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/66de64dd3974ddbbb03c67313f4bcef3?utm_source=openai)) - Purchased French football club OGC Nice in 2019 for around €100 million. ([sport.timesofmalta.com](https://sport.timesofmalta.com/2023/12/25/ineoss-sports-portfolio-formula-one-to-sailing/?utm_source=openai)) - Invested over £110 million in INEOS Team UK to compete in the 36th America's Cup in 2021. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Ratcliffe?utm_source=openai)) - Partnered with Ben Ainslie to form INEOS Team UK for the 36th America's Cup in 2021. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Ratcliffe?utm_source=openai))
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Jindal Family Office (JSW Group)
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Centre Court Capital backed PlayReplay ($50M+ valuation)
Joe Burrow
Alternative assets and private equity
Invests via Patricof Co, including farmland assets
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Joe Montana
Early-stage technology startups
Founder & Managing Partner of Liquid 2 Ventures, an early-stage venture fund
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John Angelos
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Baltimore Orioles ownership
John McCluskey Boston
There is no public evidence of a sports investment firm or fund led by a 'John McCluskey' in Boston. While individuals named John McCluskey exist, they are involved in other fields such as mining (CEO of Alamos Gold), academia, law, or as retired athletes. No information indicates a sports-focused investment mandate.
None. Research indicates no public record of any sports investments or team ownership for an individual or entity named John McCluskey in the Boston area or otherwise.
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John W. Henry
Principal Owner of Fenway Sports Group (Red Sox, Liverpool F.C., Penguins, RFK Racing, Boston Common Golf)
FSG Principal Owner
Jordan O'Brien
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Josh Harris
Lead managing owner of Washington Commanders (NFL, $6.05B acquisition); managing owner of the New Jersey Devils (NHL); co-owner of the Philadelphia 76ers (NBA) via Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment
Washington Commanders lead acquisition ($6.05B)
Josh Kushner
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Joy Fawcett's husband- former US Nat'l team
Joy Fawcett's husband, Walter Fawcett, is known for his involvement in sports-related ventures, including his role as part of the ownership group of Angel City FC, a National Women's Soccer League team. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joy_Fawcett?utm_source=openai)) However, there is no publicly available information indicating that he manages a sports investment firm or has a formal investment thesis.
Walter Fawcett is part of the ownership group of Angel City FC, a National Women's Soccer League team. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joy_Fawcett?utm_source=openai)) Beyond this, there is no publicly available information detailing other sports-related investments or deals associated with him.
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Jozy Altidore
High-profile athlete LP in OKC United (USL Championship); former USMNT forward and veteran MLS star
OKC United LP (USL Championship)
Jozy Altidore
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OKC Soccer expansion group ($610M)
JuJu Watkins
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Jude Bellingham
Bellingham invests in sports properties tied to his home city and community, taking minority positions in fan-facing teams with strong growth in attendance, media rights and commercial partnerships.
Birmingham Phoenix (The Hundred) — minority stake, c. £1M.
Birmingham Phoenix — minority stake of roughly 1.2% (c. £1M) in the Hundred cricket franchise, October 2026
Juggernaut Capital
Supports youth and amateur sports platforms. Recent: Continued support for Fastbreak AI, which raised $40M (Nov 2025) to scale its youth/amateur sports management platform.
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Juggernaut Capital
Juggernaut Sports Fund, formed June 2026 by Gareth Bale in partnership with Juggernaut Capital Partners, is a $500M target private equity fund focused on European soccer club acquisitions — specifically Cardiff City and lower-tier UK football clubs — plus professional women’s sports teams, golf, experiential hospitality, and youth sports organizations.
Cardiff City (targeted acquisition, lower-tier UK football). June 2026 fund launch with Juggernaut Capital Partners.
Juggernaut Sports Fund launch, June 2026 — $500M target
Julia Koch
Strategic minority ownership in legacy NFL franchises.
New York Giants
New York Giants (2025)
Julian DeValle
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Julie Uhrman
Serial entrepreneur and sports executive best known as the co-founder and president of Angel City FC of the NWSL. Uhrman helped build the franchise into the most valuable women's sports club in the world through a celebrity- and athlete-backed ownership model, and is a leading voice in the growth of women's professional sports investment.
Co-founded Angel City FC (NWSL) in 2020, which set a record valuation for a women's sports franchise at its 2024 majority sale to Willow Bay and Bob Iger/Disney.
Angel City FC (NWSL) — Co-Founder & President
Juno Equity
Backs Boston Legacy FC (NWSL Boston) controlling ownership via Jennifer Epstein
Boston Legacy FC (NWSL)
Juventus Forward
Juventus Forward is the investment arm of Juventus FC, deploying capital into sports technology, media, and consumer ventures that align with the club's global brand and commercial strategy.
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Ján Greguš
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KB Partners
Chicago-based private investment firm focused on the sports and sports-technology ecosystem, investing venture and growth capital in early- and expansion-stage sports companies.
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KKR
KKR's investment strategy focuses on acquiring and managing assets across various sectors, including sports, to generate long-term value for its stakeholders. The firm seeks opportunities that offer growth potential, operational improvements, and strategic synergies.
In January 2026, KKR agreed to acquire Arctos Partners, a Dallas-based investment firm specializing in sports team ownership and secondary markets, in a deal valued at approximately $1 billion. Arctos holds minority equity stakes in teams across major U.S. leagues, including the NBA, NFL, MLB, and NHL.
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Kaptial Football Partners
Kapital Partners is a family office that manages multi-stage direct and fund investments in technology, real estate, and other sectors. ([crunchbase.com](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/kapital-partners?utm_source=openai)) Their investment focus areas include consumer, marketplaces, e-commerce, and enterprise software, with an emphasis on diverse founders and mission-driven businesses. ([crunchbase.com](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/kapital-partners?utm_source=openai))
Specific details about Kapital Partners' involvement in sports-related investments are not publicly available.
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Karl Baumert
HNW individual with expressed interest in investing in professional soccer, specifically the National Independent Soccer Association (NISA). Interest confirmed, but no pro sports investment made to date - still evaluating opportunities.
None to date. Has expressed interest in professional soccer and NISA (National Independent Soccer Association, US Division 3 league) but has not yet invested in pro sports.
Expressed interest in NISA (National Independent Soccer Association) - not yet closed
Katz Group
Sports and entertainment as anchor assets for large-scale real estate and urban development projects.
Edmonton Oilers, Rogers Place, ICE District
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Kehoe Family Foundation
The Kehoe Family Foundation is a philanthropic organization, not an investment firm. Its mandate is exclusively charitable, focused on multi-generational giving to support causes in cancer treatment access, entrepreneurship, education, and veteran charities. It does not engage in sports business, team ownership, or return-driven sports investing.
The Kehoe Family Foundation has no sports team or league investments. Its only interaction with sports is philanthropic, specifically a $3 million charitable gift made to Stony Brook University Athletics in August 2022 to support facility improvements (scoreboards, locker room renovations) and programming for student-athletes.
The $3 million charitable gift to Stony Brook University Athletics (August 2022), which was a philanthropic donation rather than an investment.
Keller Williams Sports and Entertainment
Keller Williams Sports + Entertainment (KWSE) focuses on providing specialized real estate services to high-profile clients in the sports and entertainment industries, emphasizing privacy, professionalism, and discretion.
Specific details about past sports-related real estate transactions are not publicly disclosed.
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Kevin Durant
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Boardroom/35V; CHAMP fund athlete co-investor
Kevin Nagle
Chairman & CEO of Sacramento Republic FC (USL); individual LP stake in the Sacramento Kings (NBA)
Individual LP stake in the Sacramento Kings
Khris Middleton
Alternative assets including agriculture
Invested in a 104-acre Iowa farm via Patricof Co
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Kilmer Sports
European/Women's sports fund launched independently by Larry Tanenbaum; backs Toronto's WNBA expansion franchise
Toronto WNBA expansion franchise
Kilmer Sports Ventures
Holds a 25% minority stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE); independently launched a European/Women's sports fund (Kilmer Sports) to back Toronto's WNBA expansion franchise
MLSE 25% minority stake; Toronto WNBA expansion franchise
Kismet Sports & Entertainment
Kismet Sports & Entertainment is a private investment house based in Vancouver, built for one arena: sport. It pairs more than forty years of operating history with institutional discipline, putting capital into the scarcest and most durable audiences in the world through the teams they love, the venues they fill, the rights they watch and the businesses that serve them.
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Klutch Sports
Klutch Sports Group focuses on empowering athletes by providing comprehensive management services that span sports, entertainment, and business ventures. Their approach emphasizes maximizing opportunities for clients at any stage of their careers, leveraging a 360-degree strategy that includes branding, communications, content creation, and social responsibility initiatives.
Klutch Sports Group has been involved in several notable deals, including: - Facilitating the trade of Anthony Davis to the Los Angeles Lakers, contributing to the team's 2020 NBA Championship victory. ([time.com](https://time.com/collection_hub_item/klutch-sports/?utm_source=openai)) - Representing LeBron James in his move to the Lakers, further solidifying the team's championship prospects. ([time.com](https://time.com/collection_hub_item/klutch-sports/?utm_source=openai)) - Acquiring Tidal Sports Group in April 2020 to establish a baseball division, marking their expansion into MLB representation. ([si.com](https://www.si.com/mlb/2020/04/03/klutch-sports-baseball-rich-paul-acquisition-lebron-james?utm_source=openai)) - Acquiring Revolution Sports Agency in January 2020 to enter the NFL representation market, adding clients like Jarvis Landry and Melvin Gordon. ([thewrap.com](https://www.thewrap.com/klutch-sports-uta-nfl-revolution-sports-agency-acquisition/?utm_source=openai)) - Partnering with Robinhood in March 2024 to serve as Robinhood’s agency of record for partnerships in the sports and entertainment sectors. ([robinhood.com](https://robinhood.com/us/en/newsroom/robinhood-klutch?utm_source=openai)) - Signing IndyCar Series champion Josef Newgarden in February 2025, marking their first venture into motorsports management. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/18efcc01d09a3df59ff2fa28abf2777f?utm_source=openai))
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Knighthead Capital Management
Targets distressed or undervalued sports assets where operational expertise drives growth; emphasizes community engagement and media rights optimization.
Birmingham City FC acquisition and stadium redevelopment.
Birmingham City FC stadium and club investment (2024)
Koby Altman
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Gerard Piqué
Sports and entertainment holding company founded and chaired by Gerard Piqué that creates and operates innovative, fan-first sports properties with a digital-first, streaming-driven model.
Founder of King's League Soccer — the 7-a-side global soccer league known for its innovative fan-first, streaming-driven format. Also previously held the Davis Cup tennis rights through Kosmos Tennis.
King's League Soccer (Founder)
Kroenke Sports and Entertainment
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) focuses on acquiring and managing sports franchises, associated real estate, and media assets, aiming to create vertically integrated sports and entertainment properties that enhance fan engagement and generate diversified revenue streams.
- Acquired the Los Angeles Rams (NFL) in 2010. - Purchased the Denver Nuggets (NBA) and Colorado Avalanche (NHL) in 2000. - Took full ownership of Arsenal F.C. (Premier League) in 2018. - Acquired the Colorado Rapids (MLS) in 2003. - Purchased the Colorado Mammoth (NLL) in 2002. - Acquired Elitch Gardens Theme Park in 2015.
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Kwanza Jones & Jose E. Feliciano
Kwanza Jones and Jose E. Feliciano are a high-net-worth power couple deploying capital across sports franchise ownership. Jose E. Feliciano is the co-founder and managing partner of Clearlake Capital, and Kwanza Jones is a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and investor.
San Diego Padres (MLB) — investors ($3.9B transaction).
San Diego Padres (MLB) — $3.9B
Kyle Lowry & Ayahna Cornish-Lowry
NBA Champion Kyle Lowry and his wife, fellow former college basketball star Ayahna Cornish-Lowry, joined the ownership group of the Toronto Tempo — Canada's first WNBA franchise. The couple invested to help scale the infrastructure of women's basketball internationally, leveraging their deep on-court experience and platform to grow the women's game.
Joined ownership group of the Toronto Tempo (WNBA) — Canada's first WNBA franchise (July 2026), announced right after Kyle Lowry's retirement from the Toronto Raptors.
Ownership stake in Toronto Tempo (WNBA) — July 2026
Kyle Rudolph
Fitness and sports technology
Investor in Tonal (smart home fitness)
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Kynisca
Through Kynisca Sports International - the world's first global, multi-club sports organization dedicated exclusively to women's football - Michele Kang operates a centralized multi-club ownership ecosystem across major international leagues, and invests in female athletic health and performance research via the Kynisca Innovation Hub, funded by a $50M seed investment to close the gender gap in sports science (female athlete physiology, ACL injury prevention, nutrition, menstrual health optimization, performance technology for women).
MULTI-CLUB WOMEN'S SOCCER PORTFOLIO: Washington Spirit (NWSL, USA) - majority control acquired 2022, flagship American franchise. Olympique Lyonnais Feminin / OL Lyonnes (Premiere Ligue, France) - majority controlling stake in the women's team of the 8-time Champions League winners; European anchor of the network. London City Lionesses (UK) - acquired late 2023, the only fully independent professional women's club in England; promoted to the WSL in 2025. OTHER INVESTMENTS & GRANTS: USA Rugby Women's Sevens - historic $4M contribution over four years following the 2024 Paris Olympics bronze medal, funding resources, coaching, and athlete stipends through the 2028 LA Games. U.S. Soccer Federation - $30M pledged (largest single-donor donation in the organization's history) for talent development and expanding opportunities for female coaches and referees.
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L Catterton
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CHAMP fund ($500M) with Patricof Co; 250+ athlete co-investors
LL COOL J
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LLD Enterprises
Rochester-based real estate executives. Family connection to the Sacramento Kings dates back to the franchise's origin as the Rochester Royals (owned and coached by Hall of Famer Lester Harrison). Joined the Kings investment group in 2013.
Sacramento Kings investment group (joined 2013); Kelty Hearts FC (European football club)
Acquired European football club Kelty Hearts FC
LSVEG
LSV Asset Management specializes in value equity management for institutional investors, focusing on exploiting behavioral biases in the market to identify undervalued stocks with potential for near-term appreciation. Their investment philosophy is rooted in academic research and employs a quantitative model to select out-of-favor securities that are expected to outperform market expectations.
No specific information on past sports-related investments by LSV Asset Management is publicly available.
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LVMH
LVMH's investment strategy in sports focuses on leveraging its luxury brands to enhance the global appeal and prestige of major sporting events and organizations. By integrating its products and craftsmanship into the sports industry, LVMH aims to create unique experiences that resonate with both sports enthusiasts and luxury consumers.
- **Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games**: LVMH became a Premium Partner, contributing €150 million to support the Games. Their brands, including Chaumet (designing medals), Berluti (dressing the French delegation), and Moët Hennessy (providing products), played significant roles. Additionally, LVMH supported French athletes like swimmer Léon Marchand and gymnast Mélanie de Jesus dos Santos. ([lvmh.com](https://www.lvmh.com/en/news-lvmh/lvmh-has-become-a-premium-partner-of-the-olympic-?utm_source=openai)) - **Formula 1 Partnership**: In 2024, LVMH entered a 10-year agreement with Formula 1, with brands like TAG Heuer becoming the official timekeeper and Louis Vuitton sponsoring the Australian Grand Prix. This partnership is valued at approximately $1 billion over its duration. ([lvmh.com](https://www.lvmh.com/news-lvmh/formula-1-and-lvmh-announce-historic-10-year-global-partnership?utm_source=openai)) - **CHAMP Fund**: In April 2026, LVMH, through its private equity firm L Catterton, launched the CHAMP (Champion Athlete Managing Partner) fund, a $500 million initiative that includes over 250 athletes as co-investors. The fund focuses on investments in consumer companies, with athletes committing more than $50 million personally. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2026/04/23/l-catterton-launches-500m-champ-athlete-led-consumer-fund/?utm_source=openai))
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Lancer Capital LLC
Lancer Capital focuses on DeFi, Web3 infrastructure, privacy security, NFT collections, and cross-chain ecosystems like Polkadot and Cosmos. They aim to empower Web3 projects through financial support and community moderation.
No publicly available information indicates that Lancer Capital has engaged in sports-related investments.
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Landon Donovan
US soccer legend serving as strategic advisor and investor in English football club investments.
Forward Sports Group / Lincoln City (League 1 English Football) — strategic advisor to the transaction.
Forward Sports Group / Lincoln City — strategic advisor (2026).
Larry Tanenbaum
MLSE Chairman and 25% minority stake holder (via Kilmer Sports Ventures); independently launched a European/Women's sports fund (Kilmer Sports) to back Toronto's WNBA expansion franchise
MLSE Chairman; Toronto WNBA expansion franchise
Laurene Powell Jobs
Major individual LP stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
MSE major individual LP
LeBron James
Direct equity in Fenway Sports Group (FSG) via Main Street Advisors; NBA superstar
FSG direct equity
LeBron James Enterprises
LRMR Ventures focuses on strategic investments that leverage LeBron James's brand and influence to create value across various sectors, including sports, media, consumer products, wellness, and technology. The firm emphasizes ownership stakes over traditional endorsement deals, aiming to build long-term equity and influence.
- **Fenway Sports Group (FSG):** In March 2021, LRMR Ventures, led by LeBron James and Maverick Carter, acquired a minority stake in FSG, the parent company of the Boston Red Sox, valuing the company at approximately $7.35 billion. This investment marked James and Carter as the first Black owners of the Red Sox. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210331005874/en/Fenway-Sports-Group-Announces-Significant-Investment-by-RedBird-Capital-Partners-LeBron-James-Maverick-Carter-Join-FSG-Ownership?utm_source=openai)) - **Liverpool FC:** In 2011, James purchased a 2% stake in Liverpool FC, which appreciated significantly over time due to the club's successes. ([as.com](https://as.com/us/us/2021/03/17/mlb/1615953771_729295.html?utm_source=openai)) - **Canyon Cycles:** In August 2022, LRMR Ventures, through SC Holdings, took a minority equity stake in Canyon Cycles, a German direct-to-consumer premium cycling brand, expanding its portfolio beyond traditional sports investments. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/investor/lrmr-ventures?utm_source=openai)) - **A.C. Milan:** In August 2022, James and rapper Drake became part owners of the Italian soccer club A.C. Milan, further diversifying their sports investment portfolio. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeBron_James?utm_source=openai)) - **Pittsburgh Penguins:** James also holds a minority stake in the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins, demonstrating his interest in various sports leagues. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LeBron_James?utm_source=openai))
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Left Lane Capital
Left Lane Capital is a global venture capital and growth equity firm investing in high-growth internet and consumer technology companies that build lasting customer relationships. The firm focuses on partnering with entrepreneurs to create category-defining businesses across various sectors, including software, healthcare, e-commerce, consumer, fintech, edtech, and more.
Left Lane Capital has invested in Real American Freestyle, a freestyle wrestling promotion co-founded by Hulk Hogan. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Left_Lane_Capital?utm_source=openai))
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Legacy 25
Fund dedicated to investing in and around the U.S. college sports landscape, leveraging athlete expertise to identify high-growth opportunities. Managed by Chiron Sports Group.
College sports infrastructure and NIL-related ventures.
Legacy 25 Fund launch (September 2025)
Lenkbar LLC (PSE Soccer w Vaud)
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Leslie Osborne
Founding owner of Bay FC (NWSL) — one of the 'Founding Four' USWNT legends
Bay FC founding owner (NWSL)
Let's Play Soccer
Let's Play Sports focuses on providing indoor soccer facilities and fostering a community around the sport, aiming to unite people through their shared passion for soccer.
Specific details about past sports deals are not publicly available.
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Liberty Media
Liberty Media Corporation focuses on acquiring and managing assets in the media, communications, and entertainment sectors, with a particular emphasis on motorsports and live entertainment. The company seeks to enhance the value of its holdings through strategic investments, operational improvements, and global expansion.
- Acquired Formula 1 in 2016 for approximately $4.4 billion. ([crunchbase.com](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/libertymedia/financial_details?utm_source=openai)) - Acquired an 86% stake in Dorna Sports, the owner of MotoGP, in 2025 for approximately $4.5 billion. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/51a8d904222b5b2ae32c48b7ff1007de?utm_source=openai)) - Acquired QuintEvents, a provider of official ticket, hospitality, and travel experiences, in 2023 for $313 million. ([libertyliveholdings.com](https://www.libertyliveholdings.com/investors/news-events/press-releases/detail/13/liberty-media-corporation-announces-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-quintevents?utm_source=openai))
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Liberty Media
Owns and operates major motorsport rights; consolidating global racing media rights and commercial platforms.
Dorna Sports (MotoGP rights-holder) — acquired for $4.2B; Formula 1 Group ownership.
Dorna Sports (MotoGP) — $4.2B acquisition (2026).
Linda Henry
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Linda Pizzuti Henry
LP investor in Fenway Sports Group (FSG)
FSG LP
Lindsey Vonn
Health, wellness, and sports nutrition
Co-founded Ladder (health and wellness company)
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Lionel Messi
Soccer icon Lionel Messi officially stepped into club ownership by buying a stake in UE Cornellà, a Spanish club renowned for its youth development system. Messi's investment focuses heavily on cultivating grassroots talent and building up the infrastructure of lower-tier European football.
Acquired ownership stake in UE Cornellà (Spanish lower-tier club known for youth development) — April 2026.
Stake in UE Cornellà — April 2026
Lobos Hospitality
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Local Pitch Ventures
Local Edge Ventures focuses on providing capital, mentorship, and back-office resources to operators in the service industry, enabling them to start or grow their businesses without depleting personal savings.
No publicly available information on past sports-related investments.
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Logan Ryan
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Lone Star Sports and Entertainment
Texas-based sports investment group acquiring women's pro sports franchises.
LOVB Houston (League One Volleyball) — acquisition.
LOVB Houston acquisition (2026).
Luka Modrić
Midfielder Luka Modrić joined forces with an eclectic investment group (which notably included American rapper Snoop Dogg) to purchase a partnership stake in Welsh club Swansea City, aiming to push the team back toward Premier League contention.
Acquired partnership stake in Swansea City (Welsh club) as part of an investment group including Snoop Dogg — Early 2026.
Partnership stake in Swansea City — Early 2026
MD Bobcats
MD Bobcats is a family office that invests in sports-related assets, focusing on soccer teams and facilities.
Acquisition of Maryland Bobcats FC, a professional soccer team competing in the National Independent Soccer Association.
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Mark David Ein
MDE Sports is the holding company and operating vehicle for Mark David Ein's individual sports, entertainment, and event assets. Named directly after its founder, chairman, and CEO Mark David Ein, the company manages and operates world-class tennis tournaments, team sports franchises, and major live events anchored in the Washington, DC market.
Mubadala Citi DC Open (professional tennis tournament, ATP/WTA combined event); Washington Kastles (World TeamTennis franchise, multiple championship titles). MDE Sports serves as the ownership and operating vehicle for these and related sports, entertainment, and event assets.
Mubadala Citi DC Open — combined ATP/WTA professional tennis tournament held annually in Washington, DC.
Magdalena Kala
Sports investor and operator with a career spanning private equity, venture capital, and sports management. Co-Founder and COO of Smash Sports (college athletics), Partner at PagsGroup (sports investments, ~decade of diligence and execution), and previously senior investor at Bain Capital. Angel focus on companies merging sports, gaming, and consumer experiences with scalable business models.
Co-owner of LOVB San Francisco (women-led founding ownership group); investor in Atalanta B.C. (Serie A). Angel investments include Swoops, GOALS, Wilder World, and Haus.
LOVB San Francisco founding ownership group (2026)
Magellen Transport Logistics
Magellan Transport Logistics is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in providing cost-effective, reliable, and personalized logistics services to businesses across North America. Their focus is on managing transportation partnerships to allow clients to concentrate on their core operations, utilizing various conveyance methods including rail, truck, air, and marine.
No publicly available information indicates that Magellan Transport Logistics has engaged in sports-related investments or deals.
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Main Street Advisors
Vehicle holding direct equity in Fenway Sports Group (FSG) for LeBron James & Maverick Carter
FSG equity via Main Street Advisors
Mallorca Spain Soccer club
The ownership group of RCD Mallorca, led by Andy Kohlberg, focuses on revitalizing the club through strategic investments aimed at returning to Spain's top division and achieving financial stability.
In 2016, the group, including Andy Kohlberg, Robert Sarver, and Steve Nash, acquired a majority stake in RCD Mallorca for over €20 million. ([espndeportes.espn.com](https://espndeportes.espn.com/futbol/espana/nota/_/id/2564337/nash-ex-jugador-de-la-nba-compra-al-club-mallorca?utm_source=openai)) In 2023, Kohlberg became the majority shareholder after purchasing shares from Robert Sarver. ([forbes.com](https://www.forbes.com/sites/samleveridge/2023/06/19/us-tennis-star-andy-kohlberg-takes-up-majority-ownership-of-rcd-mallorca-from-robert-sarver/?utm_source=openai)) In August 2023, NBA coach Steve Kerr joined the ownership group as a minority shareholder. ([english.elpais.com](https://english.elpais.com/sports/2023-08-23/kerr-joins-nash-as-a-shareholder-of-spanish-first-division-soccer-club-mallorca.html?utm_source=openai))
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Mammy's Kitchen Myrtle Beach NC
Mammy's Kitchen is a family-owned restaurant in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, specializing in Southern-style breakfast and buffet offerings. As a family-run establishment, it does not operate as an investment firm and does not engage in sports investments.
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Man Capital
Mansour family sports investment vehicle connected to PSG and DC United ownership
Mansour family sports investment vehicle connected to PSG and DC United ownership
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Manuj Gover
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Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)
Core franchise holdings: Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL), Toronto Raptors (NBA), Toronto FC (MLS), and Toronto Argonauts (CFL)
MLSE portfolio (NHL/NBA/MLS/CFL)
Maple Leaf Sports/Toronto FC
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) focuses on owning and operating premier sports and entertainment properties, aiming to deliver exceptional fan experiences and achieve championships across its teams.
In 2018, MLSE acquired the Toronto Argonauts, a Canadian Football League team, enhancing its sports portfolio. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maple_Leaf_Sports_%26_Entertainment?utm_source=openai))
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Marc Lasry
Billionaire investor and former Milwaukee Bucks co-owner deploying personal and Avenue Sports Fund capital across major leagues: NBA, MLB (Baltimore Orioles ownership group), English soccer (Ipswich Town), NWSL (North Carolina Courage), NASCAR/MotoGP (Trackhouse), TGL golf (The Bay Golf Club), SailGP, PBR, pickleball (CityPickle), and womens football via Mercury/13.
Milwaukee Bucks (NBA, 25% co-owner 2014-2023); Baltimore Orioles (MLB, minority stake via David Rubenstein ownership group 2024); Ipswich Town FC (English soccer); North Carolina Courage (NWSL); Trackhouse Entertainment Group (NASCAR/MotoGP); The Bay Golf Club (TGL, founding team); US SailGP Team (lead investor); New York Mavericks (PBR); CityPickle; Cosm; PGA Tour Enterprises; Mercury/13 (European womens football multi-club group); OnDeck Partners (Minor League Baseball); Skillz; Unrivaled Basketball league.
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Mark Cuban
Cuban invests personally across sports franchises, media and fan-facing technology, typically taking significant or controlling positions where he can influence operations, marketing and the fan experience. He remains active in sports as a minority owner and individual investor even after stepping back from day-to-day franchise control.
Dallas Mavericks (NBA) — majority owner 2000 to 2023, selling a controlling stake to the Adelson and Dumont families while retaining a minority interest; long-standing investor in sports media and fan-engagement ventures.
Dallas Mavericks — retained minority stake following the 2023 sale of controlling interest
Mark Walter
Building multi-sport ownership platforms across major US leagues.
Los Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers (2025)
Marquee Ventures
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Matt LaPorta
Former MLB first baseman turned finance executive. Matt LaPorta has joined Dynasty Financial Partners as private equity grows its presence in youth sports — an industry that generates $40 billion in revenue per year. Leverages firsthand professional-athlete experience and institutional finance platform to back growth-stage sports and youth-sports ventures.
Played in MLB as a first baseman (Cleveland organization). Transitioned into finance and joined Dynasty Financial Partners, focusing on private equity investments across sports and youth sports assets.
Joined Dynasty Financial Partners as a finance executive expanding the firm's private equity presence in the $40B youth sports industry (2025).
Maverick Carter
Direct equity in Fenway Sports Group (FSG) via Main Street Advisors
FSG direct equity
McCourt Global
Private family company committed to building across real estate and infrastructure, sports, and technology and media. Builds on a 133-year family legacy of developing infrastructure, combining financial returns with social impact and civic projects.
Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB) — owner & chairman, 2004–2012; sold to Guggenheim Baseball Management in 2012 for ~$2B (a record at the time). Olympique de Marseille (Ligue 1) — owner, 2016–present. Los Angeles Marathon — owner. Premier Jumping League — Founder & Chairman. Miami Celtics — former owner. Global Champions Tour (equestrian) — former owner.
Olympique de Marseille (owner, 2016–present); Los Angeles Marathon (owner)
Megan Rapinoe
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Mercury 13
Mercury 13 aims to become the industry standard in women's football ownership by identifying and investing in the next decade's super clubs and fueling their commercial power.
In March 2024, Mercury 13 acquired a controlling stake in F.C. Como Women, an independent women's football club competing in Italy’s Serie A Femminile. ([mercury13.com](https://mercury13.com/releases/mercury-13-and-avenue-sports-announce-partnership-in-women-s-football-market-in-europe?utm_source=openai)) In September 2025, Mercury 13 acquired a majority stake in Bristol City W.F.C., competing in the Women's Super League 2. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercury/13?utm_source=openai))
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Merida Capital Holding's
Merida Capital Holdings is a private equity firm focusing on the rapid development of the cannabis industry. Their investment emphasis includes cultivation technologies, products, and services associated with the evolution of cannabis as an agricultural product, a natural plant-based medicine, a constituent in pharmaceutical formulations, and a recreational consumer product.
Merida Capital Holdings has not been involved in any sports-related investments.
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Mia Hamm Garciaparra
Individual LP stake in Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS)
LAFC individual LP stake
Michael Jordan
Sports ownership and premium consumer brands
Former majority owner of the Charlotte Hornets; co-founder of Cincoro Tequila
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Michael Parkhurst
Co-Founder of Rhode Island FC (USL Championship); former USMNT veteran and MLS Cup champion
Rhode Island FC Co-Founder (USL Championship)
Michael Phelps
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Michael Rubin
Former 76ers minority partner (HBSE); stake absorbed by other HBSE partners; Founder of Fanatics
Former 76ers minority partner
Michele Kang
Dedicated investor in women's sports through her global women's soccer organization Kynisca; former Cognate Health Systems CEO and Safeguard Scientifics executive
Principal owner of Washington Spirit (NWSL); founder & CEO of Kynisca — owner of London City Lionesses (WSL) and investor in Lyon Féminin; first woman to own three women’s soccer clubs across three continents
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Michelle Wie West
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Miles Partain
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Mitchell Rales
Individual LP stake in Washington Commanders (NFL) as part of Josh Harris-led $6.05B acquisition group
Washington Commanders LP stake
Moira Forbes
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Momentous Sports
Invests in professional sports teams and surrounding real estate (residential, retail, public spaces) to build integrated sports-centric communities. Backed by athletes including John Elway and Tim Tebow.
Sporting Jax (USL Super League).
Sporting Jax (September 2025)
Monarch Collective
Accelerating Equity in Global Sports. Monarch Collective is the first fund focused explicitly on women's sports properties, targeting team ownership stakes and expansion group equity across the NWSL, WNBA and European soccer, with co-investment from high-profile current and former athletes taking equity in women's pro sports.
Three NWSL team stakes WNBA Cleveland expansion team European soccer club investments Launched in 2023 by Jasmine Robinson and Kara Nortman as a $250M fund dedicated to women's sports
NWSL & WNBA expansion groups — athlete co-investment wave (2026).
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
Core holdings: Washington Wizards (NBA), Washington Capitals (NHL), Washington Mystics (WNBA), Capital One Arena, Monumental Sports Network
MSE portfolio (NBA/NHL/WNBA)
Morgan Stanley
Global financial services firm with a dedicated sports business advisory practice — advising franchise owners on sales, capital raises, stadium financings, and wealth management for athletes and team owners.
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Moses Moody
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Mubadala Investment Company
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Investment in SailGP ($550M+ valuation)
NEXT VENTURES
Focus: Sports, fitness, human performance, nutrition, and recovery platforms. Directly targets technologies and consumer brands focused on injury risk reduction, athlete longevity, and active recovery.
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NXTPLAY
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Acquired stakes in CD Extremadura & KRC Genk (with Thibaut Courtois)
Naomi Osaka
Sports ownership and athlete representation
Miami Pickleball Club; North Carolina Courage (NWSL)
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John Ingram
Principal owner of Nashville SC, backing MLS expansion in Nashville through stadium development and club infrastructure.
Nashville SC (MLS) Geodis Park
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Neeru Khosla
High-net-worth investor acquiring controlling stakes in major professional sports franchises.
Seattle Seahawks (NFL) — controlling owner in record $9.6B sale (with Vinod Khosla).
Seattle Seahawks — $9.6B record sale (2026).
Robert Kraft
Owner of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution, investing in stadium-anchored sports and entertainment districts.
New England Revolution (MLS) New England Patriots (NFL) Gillette Stadium
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New Heights Media
Joint venture between NFL brothers Jason and Travis Kelce owning and operating the hit 'New Heights' podcast and related athlete-driven media properties.
New Heights podcast (one of the top sports podcasts globally, produced/distributed with Wave Sports + Entertainment).
New Heights podcast — production/distribution via Wave Sports + Entertainment (2026).
Next Legacy Partners
Investor in Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 professional basketball league.
Investor in Unrivaled Basketball league.
Unrivaled Basketball league
Nick Gross / Gross Labs
Corporate, civic & cultural partner investor in OKC United (USL Championship) via Gross Labs
OKC United investor (USL Championship)
Nickleby Capital
Nickleby Capital helps top entrepreneurs back the next generation of founders. The firm invests across venture and private equity, writing meaningful cheques into category-leading consumer and technology businesses with strong operator backing.
Seat Unique — led the £20M funding round (2026), joined by Lando Norris via The Players Fund, Nickleby Capital and other investors.
Seat Unique — £20M round lead, 2026
Nik Bonitto
High-profile athlete LP in OKC United (USL Championship); Denver Broncos linebacker, former Oklahoma Sooners standout
OKC United LP (USL Championship)
Noah Syndergaard
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Nomar Garciaparra
Individual LP stake in Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS)
LAFC individual LP stake
Oaktree Capital Management
Global alternative investment firm specializing in credit, distressed debt, high-yield bonds, real estate, and private equity. Took control of Inter Milan through a credit-default restructuring.
Assumed control of Inter Milan (Serie A) in May 2024 after the Suning/Zhang family defaulted on a ~395M euro financing agreement.
Inter Milan control takeover, May 2024
October Ventures
October Ventures is a professional athlete investment syndicate and fund that leverages athlete networks to accelerate early-stage companies. Built on the belief that athletes can be a powerful force in scaling venture-backed businesses, the firm focuses on seed and Series A companies where its network of athletes and sports teams can drive go-to-market and business development.
Syndicate and fund positions across early-stage sports and consumer businesses, with athlete advisors spanning MLB, NFL and NBA rosters.
Reported participation in 2026 sports technology financings alongside institutional sports investors.
Off-Court Ventures
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Omaha Productions
Omaha Productions, co-founded by Peyton Manning in 2020, has grown into a media powerhouse backed by private equity giants including The North Road Company and Silver Lake. The firm builds, owns, and produces alternate sports broadcasts (Manningcasts), sports-lifestyle media franchises, youth sports properties, and scripted entertainment — leveraging the Manning brothers' brand and deep NFL relationships across media, tech, and consumer brands.
Omaha Productions (co-founded by Peyton in 2020): Media powerhouse backed by The North Road Company and Silver Lake. Denver NWSL Expansion Team: Peyton Manning joined the ownership group to bring a new professional women's soccer team to Denver. Good Good Golf: Peyton participated in a $45M Series A funding round for the golf entertainment brand and digital content creator. NFL Flag Championships: Omaha Productions partnered with the NFL to build, manage, and produce the youth flag football tournament broadcast on ESPN. Manningcasts (Alternate Broadcasts): The brothers own and produce media rights to alternate sports broadcasts — expanded from the original NFL Manningcast into the NBA, NCAA Football, PGA Tour, F1, and UFC. Candy Digital: Peyton was an early angel investor in the digital sports collectibles and NFT platform, securing a successful exit when the space consolidated. The PLACES Franchise: Omaha owns a suite of sports-lifestyle media brands — Peyton's Places (NFL), Eli's Places (College Football), Abby's Places (Soccer), Vince's Places (Basketball). Omaha Audio Network: Sports-talk digital and podcast brand network created in partnership with Caesars Sportsbook and ESPN. 20th Television (Scripted Entertainment): Omaha signed a first-look deal with Disney's 20th Television to produce scripted TV comedies and dramas, including the Hulu series Chad Powers starring Glen Powell.
Denver NWSL Expansion Team — Peyton Manning joins ownership group for new Denver women's soccer franchise
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP) is a global institutional investor managing a diversified portfolio across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, infrastructure, natural resources, real estate, and private equity. The plan aims to generate stable, risk-adjusted returns to ensure the financial security of its members.
- **Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE):** From 2003 to 2012, OTPP was the principal owner of MLSE, which owns the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto FC, and Toronto Argonauts. In 2012, OTPP sold its 79.5% stake in MLSE to Rogers Communications and BCE for $1.29 billion, marking one of the largest sports deals at the time. ([forbes.com](https://www.forbes.com/sites/nathanvardi/2011/12/09/the-greatest-sports-deal-in-history/?utm_source=openai)) - **YES Network:** In 2019, OTPP, alongside Amazon and others, provided financing to help the New York Yankees regain ownership control of their regional sports network, the YES Network, resulting in a minority ownership stake. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ontario_Teachers%27_Pension_Plan?utm_source=openai))
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Oracle
Major investor in Champions Circle LLC — an NIL Collective for the University of Michigan Athletics.
Champions Circle LLC NIL Collective — University of Michigan Athletics (2026)
Oracle
Major investor in Champions Circle LLC — an NIL Collective for the University of Michigan Athletics.
Champions Circle LLC NIL Collective — University of Michigan Athletics (2026)
Orkila Capital
Consumer and growth-focused PE investing in endurance and live-event platforms.
Ironman Group — co-acquirer with Advance Publications for $730M.
Ironman Group — $730M acquisition (2026).
Mark Wilf
Owner of Orlando City SC and the Orlando Pride, investing in MLS and NWSL club operations plus downtown Orlando stadium development.
Orlando City SC (MLS) Orlando Pride (NWSL) Minnesota Vikings (NFL)
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Otro Capital
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Crimson Brand Partners ($500M) with University of Utah; 24% stake in Alpine F1 Team
Owl Ventures
Expanding opportunities for the people around him — building and backing businesses across sports, media and consumer products, and supporting founders and communities over multi-decade horizons.
Venture Partner at Owl Ventures; founder and investor across sports, media and consumer product businesses; President of the National Basketball Players Association.
Joined Owl Ventures as Venture Partner (2026).
Andrew Swantson
Invests directly in professional soccer ownership and sports-adjacent businesses. Owner of CT United, an MLS Next Pro expansion club, and Chairman & CEO of PH̄YND.
Ownership of CT United, an MLS Next Pro expansion club (Connecticut).
CT United - MLS Next Pro expansion club.
PSG Labs
Currently heading up PSG Labs, Paris Saint-Germain's Global Venture Capability. PSG Labs serves as the club's innovation hub, identifying, launching and accelerating external innovations while aligning them with PSG's brand and business objectives. Advisor to investors, clubs, leagues, federations, owners, and entrepreneurs navigating the intersection of sports, brands, IP, media, innovation and tech. Extensive stakeholder management, advisory, consulting, training and speaking experience from Fortune 500, Football, Government, Military, Financial, Tech, Retail, Industry, and Energy.
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PagsGroup
U.S.-based single-family office and growth capital investment firm located in Boston, Massachusetts, managing the investments and assets of Stephen Pagliuca (co-chairman of Bain Capital). The firm primarily functions as a venture capital and growth equity investor focused on technology, software, healthcare, life sciences, and digital infrastructure. Sports are a major focus area for Pagliuca and the broader Pags Group network: Managing Partner and Executive Committee Member of the Boston Celtics (NBA); co-chairman and primary owner of Atalanta B.C. (Italian Serie A); and active interest in the intersection of sports, media, data analytics, and entertainment technology through his investment vehicles.
Boston Celtics (NBA) — Managing Partner, Executive Committee Member; Atalanta B.C. (Serie A) — co-chairman and primary owner; ongoing sports technology & media investments
Atalanta B.C. (Serie A) ownership
Patrick & Brittany Mahomes
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes have built a massive, cohesive professional sports empire anchored in their home market of Kansas City, making them central pillars of the city's sports scene across multiple leagues. While Patrick brings massive capital from his NFL contracts, Brittany provides deep domain expertise in soccer. Together they've created a 'sports network effect' in Missouri — owning stakes across the Royals, Sporting KC, and the Current to control the broader sports culture and real estate infrastructure of the entire Kansas City market.
Kansas City Current (NWSL) — 2020: Brittany, a former collegiate and professional soccer player, was a founding co-owner when the team launched alongside Angie and Chris Long. Patrick joined as investor in 2023. Recent valuations reached $325M (2nd-most valuable NWSL franchise). In 2024, they opened CPKC Stadium — the first stadium in the world purpose-built for a women's professional sports team. The club sells out every home game and has proposed a $1.4B stadium expansion and riverfront development. Kansas City Royals (MLB) — July 2020: Patrick bought a minority stake shortly after signing his historic $503M contract extension with the Chiefs, becoming the youngest part-owner in MLB history at age 24. His father Pat Mahomes was a Major League pitcher for over a decade. Sporting Kansas City (MLS) — July 2021: Patrick joined the ownership group to dominate the local soccer market. Alpine F1 Team (Formula 1) — Late 2023: Patrick joined an investor group led by Otro Capital to secure a 24% stake in the Alpine F1 team, alongside teammate Travis Kelce, golfer Rory McIlroy, and soccer star Trent Alexander-Arnold. Miami Pickleball Club (Major League Pickleball): Patrick invested as part-owner alongside tennis star Naomi Osaka and NBA player Nick Kyrgios.
Miami Pickleball Club (Major League Pickleball) — part-owner alongside Naomi Osaka and Nick Kyrgios
Patrick Zalupski Family Office
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Led acquisition of Tampa Bay Rays (MLB)
Patricof Co
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CHAMP fund ($500M) with L Catterton
Paul George
Fitness and sports technology
Investor in Tonal (smart home fitness)
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Pegula Sports and Entertainment
Family-owned sports holding company owning Bills, Sabres and NLL franchises
Family-owned sports holding company owning Bills, Sabres and NLL franchises
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Penny Hardaway
Former NBA All-Star and current University of Memphis head coach investing in college athletics, highlighted by a $2.6 million personal commitment to the Memphis NIL budget for retention and recruiting.
$2.6MM personal investment into the University of Memphis NIL budget (2026).
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Kevin Tsujihara
Invests in sports and entertainment properties with innovative, fan-first formats and strong digital/streaming reach.
Investor in King's League Soccer — the 7-a-side global soccer league founded by Gerard Piqué known for its fan-first, streaming-driven format.
King's League Soccer
Pitchwise Holdings
Pitchwise Holdings is an investment vehicle fronting sports club assets across Europe and the Americas, led by co-founders Ann Rodriguez and Corey Woolfolk and supported by a coalition of institutional private equity figures and sports family offices. Reported backers include founders and affiliates linked to KKR and members of the Walton-Penner family, owners of the NFL's Denver Broncos.
Valencia CF (board seat, pending); LA28 Olympic Organising Committee (Chief Strategy Officer); Atlanta United (VP Business Operations); San Jose Earthquakes (President); WNBA (executive leadership roles).
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Primary Ventures Global
Primary Ventures deploys the firm's own capital across sports and sports-adjacent enterprise, technology and artificial intelligence, and real estate. The firm invests where it already operates, taking long-term positions with firsthand access to the people, dynamics, and opportunity. Its advisory practice (strategy, governance, stakeholder dynamics, partnerships, organizational transformation) operates independently of the investment arm and advises institutions engaging the athlete ecosystem plus athletes navigating transitions beyond competition.
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Pro Sports Consulting
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ProPharma / Jersey Shore Women's Football
Owner and investor of Jersey Shore Women's Football; CEO and Board Chair of ProPharma. Active in women's sports ownership and sports infrastructure investment.
Owner & Investor — Jersey Shore Women's Football
Jersey Shore Women's Football
ProSports AI & Fan Engagement Angels
Focus: Live venue infrastructure, stadium monetization, and fan engagement technologies. Model: Angel co-investors participating alongside athlete syndicates (such as NFLPA-partnered platforms).
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Project B
Developing a new women\u2019s basketball league to expand professional opportunities and infrastructure for female athletes; launches January 2027.
Project B League formation.
Project B launch (September 2026)
Providence Equity Partners
Media and communications specialist targeting sports broadcasting and digital content platforms that benefit from rising live sports rights values.
Learfield; various media rights agencies.
Sports media content platform investment (2025)
Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia
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Strategic partnership with Premier Padel
Publicis Sport and Entertainment
Publicis Sport and Entertainment partners with athletes, brands, and leagues to create commercial platforms across the sports and entertainment ecosystem, including NIL marketplace offerings such as TEKTA with Travis Kelce.
Partnered with Travis Kelce to launch TEKTA, a platform connecting brands with collegiate athletes for NIL deals across all sports.
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Pursuit Sports
Focus on must-see viewing opportunities and multi-club operational synergies.
AS Roma, AS Cannes, Everton FC — open to a control sale of Everton as of Oct 2026
Everton FC (Oct 2026) — Friedkin Group open to selling a controlling stake or 100% of the club
Qatar Investment Authority (QIA)
Approximate 5% equity stake in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
MSE ~5% equity stake
Qatar Sports Investments (QSI)
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Acquired World Padel Tour to unify global circuit as Premier Padel
RAJ Sports
RAJ Sports, led by Alex Bhathal and Lisa Bhathal Merage, focuses on investment opportunities in sports and sports-related properties, drawing on the Bhathal family's multi-generational experience and relationships in the industry. The firm seeks to leverage the power of sports to affect broader social and economic change through a variety of business and philanthropic strategies. Its deep experience in professional sports operations and large-scale real estate developments that create thriving community centers, positions the firm to deliver valuable assets that will support further growth for the players, staff, and fans.
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RG3 Sports
RG3 Sports is a full-service agency founded by Robert Griffin III (former NFL Quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner) that focuses heavily on NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) strategy, marketing, and athlete brand development. The agency leverages Griffin's firsthand experience as a college and professional athlete to help current and future athletes maximize their earning potential and personal brands through NIL deals, endorsements, media opportunities, and long-term career strategy.
Robert Griffin III (RG3) — Heisman Trophy winner (2011) and #2 overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. Played quarterback for Baylor University, Washington Redskins, Cleveland Browns, and Baltimore Ravens over an 8-year NFL career. Founded RG3 Sports to focus on NIL strategy and athlete marketing following his retirement from professional football.
RG3 Sports — full-service NIL strategy and athlete marketing agency
RSE Ventures
RSE Ventures is the sports and entertainment investment vehicle of Stephen Ross, owner of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium. The firm acquires and operates major sports properties, live events, and entertainment assets, leveraging Hard Rock Stadium as a multi-purpose venue for marquee events.
Miami Open Tennis (ATP/WTA 1000): RSE Ventures led a consortium that acquired controlling operational rights to the Miami Open and moved the tournament from Key Biscayne to the Hard Rock Stadium complex. The ownership group includes Stephen Ross, Joe Tsai (owner of the Brooklyn Nets), Oliver Weisberg, and private equity funds managed by Ares Management. Miami Dolphins (NFL) and Hard Rock Stadium: Stephen Ross is the owner of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium, which hosts the Miami Open, Super Bowls, Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, and other major events.
Miami Open Tennis (ATP/WTA 1000) — RSE Ventures led the consortium that acquired controlling operational rights and relocated the tournament to the Hard Rock Stadium complex.
Rabil Ventures
Athlete-backed venture fund led by pro lacrosse athlete Paul Rabil; invests in sports startups leveraging deep industry expertise (active late 2026).
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Raul Fernandez
LP investor in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE)
MSE LP
Red Giraffe Sports
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RedBird Capital Partners
RedBird Capital Partners focuses on building high-growth companies by integrating private equity investment with a hands-on, operator-led business-building mandate. In sports, they target premium intellectual property and seek active involvement in governance and business plan underwriting rather than passive minority stakes. They aim to monetize IP through strategic initiatives, infrastructure development (e.g., stadiums), and media rights optimization.
AC Milan (Majority stake, 2022); Toulouse FC (Majority stake, 2020); Fenway Sports Group (11% minority stake, 2021, including interests in Liverpool FC, Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Penguins); XFL (Co-ownership, 2020, later merged into UFL); Rajasthan Royals (Minority stake in IPL cricket team, 2021); On Location (NFL partnership); Dream Sports (Investment); Alpine F1 Team (Minority investment via Otro Capital, 2023); YES Network (Gerry Cardinale led creation while at Goldman Sachs).
Investment in Rajasthan Royals (Indian Premier League cricket team) via Siguler Guff and RedBird Capital, reported as achieving significant returns in May 2026.
RedBird Capital Partners
RedBird Capital Partners focuses on building high-growth companies by providing strategic capital and operational expertise in partnership with entrepreneurs and intellectual property holders. In sports, the firm avoids passive minority stakes, instead prioritizing active involvement in governance, business plan underwriting, and value creation through new markets, media monetization, and stadium development.
AC Milan (Majority stake, 2022), Toulouse FC (Majority stake, 2020), Fenway Sports Group (11% minority stake, 2021), Rajasthan Royals (15% minority stake, 2021), XFL (Co-ownership, 2020; later merged into UFL), Alpine F1 Team (Minority stake via Otro Capital, 2023), On Location (Partnership with NFL), OneTeam Partners (Joint venture with NFLPA/MLBPA).
Alpine F1 Team (Minority stake via Otro Capital, 2023)
RedBird IMI
Joint venture media investment vehicle created by RedBird Capital Partners (led by Gerry Cardinale) and Abu Dhabi-backed International Media Investments (IMI). Targets digital media, entertainment, news, and sports content properties such as Front Office Sports and independent film/TV production studios like EverWonder Studio and All3Media. Operates under the broader RedBird Capital Partners platform, which holds one of the largest private equity sports portfolios globally.
Front Office Sports (October 2023): primary investor — bought out Crain Communications' minority stake and added capital; deal valued Front Office Sports at roughly $40 million, with Jeff Zucker joining the board as co-chairman. Front Office Sports majority buyout (October 2024): expanded its stake to take majority control by buying out SC Holdings' remaining shares. Via the broader RedBird Capital Partners platform: AC Milan (acquired the historic Serie A football club in 2022); Fenway Sports Group (significant minority stake in FSG, parent of the Boston Red Sox, Liverpool FC, Pittsburgh Penguins, NASCAR's RFK Racing, and PGA Tour Enterprises); Alpine F1 Team (part of an investor consortium that acquired a 24% stake in Formula 1's Alpine Racing); EverPass Media (media joint venture with NFL 32 Equity distributing commercial sports streaming rights such as NFL Sunday Ticket and Peacock Sports Pass to commercial venues); Dream Sports (backer of the Indian sports tech giant, parent of Dream11 fantasy cricket and sports media platform); TGL / Boston Common Golf (team ownership in Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's tech-infused golf league); Zelus Analytics (sports analytics platform providing data infrastructure for collegiate and professional teams).
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Reggie Bush
Synergy Sports Capital focuses on acquiring and operating controlling majority stakes in high-growth emerging sports leagues outside of the traditional 'Big 4' US leagues. The firm aims to build integrated platforms across team ownership, real estate, media, and operations to drive long-term enterprise value through hands-on leadership.
1. LOVB (League One Volleyball) Salt Lake City team: Acquired operating rights (March 2026). 2. Atletico Dallas (USL Championship): Minority/Investment stake (Date unknown, cited March 2026). 3. The United Athletes Tour: Golf league for pro athletes currently in development under the firm's umbrella.
LOVB (League One Volleyball) Salt Lake City team, acquisition of operating rights, March 2026.
Relay Ventures
North American early-stage VC firm established in 2008 by John Albright and Kevin Talbot, headquartered in Toronto with offices in San Francisco and Calgary. Invests primarily at Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A stages, with a notable track record in sports and media tech alongside its mobile/consumer focus. Recently led Endo’s $815K pre-seed round — a contract management platform for sports agents.
Endo (Toronto): led the $815K pre-seed round for the sports-agent contract management software, launched publicly with 10+ agencies on its platform. theScore: early investor (acquired by Penn National Gaming). Playmaker: early investor (acquired by Better Collective).
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Shivaas Gulati
Fintech entrepreneur and co-founder of Remitly. Investor in English soccer club Southend United as part of the consortium backing the club.
Investor — Southend United FC (English football)
Southend United FC
Rhode Island Soccer Group
Umbrella entity for Rhode Island FC (USL Championship), pairing professional soccer with sports-anchored real estate at Tidewater Landing, Pawtucket, RI
Rhode Island FC (USL Championship)
Richard "Rip" Hamilton
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Richard & Ann Sarnoff
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Richard Fairbank
LP investor in Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE); Founder/CEO of Capital One
MSE LP
Bob Ukrop
Primary investor and owner of the Richmond Kickers (USL League One) and Richmond Ivy women's soccer club (USL W League). Committed to community-rooted professional soccer in the Richmond, Virginia market.
Owner — Richmond Kickers (USL League One); Owner — Richmond Ivy (USL W League, women's soccer)
Richmond Ivy women's soccer club
Rick Pitino
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Pro Padel League (PPL) franchise owner (Series A)
Rick Welts
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL); former President of the Golden State Warriors
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Ricketts Family Office
Ricketts family ownership of the Chicago Cubs and Chelsea FC bid activity
Ricketts family ownership of the Chicago Cubs and Chelsea FC bid activity
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Robert (Bob) Friedland
Primary investor and founding owner of the National Independent Soccer Association (NISA), the US professional Division 3 soccer league; passionate individual investor committed to building independent professional soccer in the United States.
National Independent Soccer Association (NISA) - primary investor and founding owner of the US Division 3 professional soccer league. Also CEO of Kittrich Corporation.
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Robinhood
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Rogers Communications
Holds a 75% controlling stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) after acquiring BCE Inc.'s (Bell) ownership position; portfolio includes Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto FC, and Toronto Argonauts
MLSE 75% controlling stake
Rory McIlroy
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Co-founder of TGL (TMRW Sports Golf League); investor in Alpine F1 Team
Rudy Gay
Fitness and sports technology
Investor in Tonal (smart home fitness)
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Russell Westbrook
High-profile athlete LP in OKC United (USL Championship); former OKC Thunder star, NBA MVP, and serial sports investor
OKC United LP (USL Championship)
Russell Westbrook
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OKC Soccer expansion group ($610M)
Ryan Santos
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Ryan Sports Ventures
Ryan Sports Ventures was formed to expand the family's investments in sports across three key verticals: technology, properties, and media. We invest behind exceptional builders and entrepreneurs in businesses with large addressable markets. Through our collective expertise, experience and network, we add differentiated value and assist founders in achieving their goals.
Chicago Bears (NFL) family ownership interest; Penske Corporation; interests in several leading sports technology funds.
Actively deploying family capital across sports technology, media and sports properties.
SC Holdings
New York-based private equity investment firm founded in 2019. Focuses heavily on sports media, sports technology, live entertainment, and consumer properties across retail, consumer, hospitality, and entertainment sectors.
The SpringHill Company (backed LeBron James and Maverick Carter's entertainment/media empire during its $725M valuation growth recapitalization in 2021; Jason Stein serves as Special Advisor); United Pickleball Association (UPA) / Major League Pickleball (led a $50M investment to merge the PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball under one commercial platform); Hyperice (board seat and major position in the sports recovery and performance technology brand); Transmit.live (invested and sits on the board of the streaming ad tech platform managing picture-in-picture monetization for major live sports rights holders); Just Women's Sports (early backer alongside Billie Jean King and Joe Tsai to expand women's sports coverage); MADE Hoops (youth basketball event platform and grassroots media ecosystem in North America); Athletic Greens (AG1) (consumer wellness brand closely tied to elite athletes and sports media marketing); Front Office Sports.
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SURJ Sports Investment
Portfolio company of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia. Invests in sports properties, media rights, and commercial platforms globally to grow the sports economy in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
Acquired stake in DAZN (PIF-backed); investments in sports media rights and global sports properties as the dedicated sports investment arm of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
Dedicated sports investment vehicle of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia.
John Fisher
Owner of the San Jose Earthquakes with long-standing professional sports ownership across soccer and baseball.
San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) Oakland Athletics (MLB)
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Saquon Barkley
High-growth technology and AI infrastructure
Investor in Crusoe (AI data center startup)
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Satya Nadella
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Major League Cricket (MLC) $120M+ expansion capital
Savannah James
Entrepreneur and philanthropist — and wife of NBA legend LeBron James — stepping into professional sports ownership with a focus on women's sports and community-driven ventures.
Invested in LOVB Los Angeles, the League One Volleyball franchise debuting in the 2026-27 season.
LOVB Los Angeles (women's volleyball franchise investment, announced September 2026)
Scout Bassett
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Sean Mendy
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL) representing Concrete Rose Capital
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Searchlight Capital Partners
Targets media and technology companies that facilitate sports consumption and distribution, with strong IP and digital transformation potential.
Global Eagle Entertainment; various media rights holdings.
Media infrastructure investments (2025)
Serena Williams
Strategic investor in WNBA expansion, taking an ownership stake in Toronto Tempo and shaping brand, visual identity, and merchandise for the 2026 expansion team.
Toronto Tempo (WNBA expansion).
Toronto Tempo stake (March 2025)
Seth Klarman
LP investor in Fenway Sports Group (FSG); Founder of Baupost Group
FSG LP
SeventySix Capital
We're at the epicenter of sports and tech – investing in entrepreneurs who are building game changing startup companies.
ASENSEI: Portfolio company — sports tech startup.
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Shamrock Sports and Entertainment
Shamrock Sports & Entertainment delivers blue chip sports and entertainment properties with external marketing and sales support to maximize profits and value to sponsors. Partners include F1, NASCAR, NBA, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), and Goulian Aerosports, among many others.
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Shantanu Narayen
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Major League Cricket (MLC) $120M+ expansion capital
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Not a direct investor — Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is a national law firm with a leading Sports Industry Team co-led by Brian D. Anderson. The practice advises on equity investments, acquisitions, strategic expansion for sports leagues and teams, capital raising, league governance, stadium licenses, ticketing, gaming, and sports betting. Deep sponsorship, naming rights, media rights, and kit/jersey patch dealmaking across MLS, NWSL, Formula 1, and NCAA.
Bay FC (NWSL): represented Sixth Street Partners and the initial investor group in acquiring the expansion team, incl. sponsorship deals, stadium licenses, and training facility leases. Swansea City AFC: advised the club and majority owners on capital acquisitions incl. investments from Snoop Dogg and Luka Modric. Represented Busey Bank on official financial services and jersey patch sponsorships with University of Illinois Athletics and the Big 12 Conference. Liga MX: represented a private equity firm in its investment in Queretaro Futbol Club (Gallos Blancos).
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Sheryl Sandberg
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL), alongside husband Tom Bernthal
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Sidley Austin LLP
Global law firm with a leading sports industry practice advising on franchise M&A, league policies, financings, and stadium/venue transactions for owners, leagues, and institutional investors.
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Silver Lake
Global technology investment firm expanding into sports, media, and athlete-driven consumer brands.
CardVault by Tom Brady (strategic investor); Las Vegas Raiders (Silver Lake-led group with Michael Dell, 25% stake).
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor group (2026).
Silver Lake (Michael Dell Group)
Acquired a 25% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders as part of a Silver Lake-led group.
25% stake in the Las Vegas Raiders via Silver Lake-led group (2026)
Simba Investments Group
Private investment group backing high-growth sports technology and performance businesses. Focused on platforms with elite-club adoption and consumer upside, such as movement-intelligence and athlete development technology.
Rezzil — existing backer of the £/$10M growth round (October 2026), alongside the Premier League, Jobe Bellingham and Phil Kenyon.
Rezzil — $10M growth round, October 2026
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett — Sports Division
The Simpson Thacher & Bartlett Sports Division is a leading legal and deal advisory practice representing investors, funds, and ownership groups across major sports transactions. The practice is deeply tied to the founding of Angel City FC of the NWSL, advising on the club's formation, ownership structuring, and capital raises that made it one of the most valuable women's sports franchises in the world.
Advised on the founding and formation of Angel City FC (NWSL); active across league, team sale, and sports M&A mandates.
Angel City FC (NWSL) club founding
Sir Martin Broughton
Partner in HBSE football holdings (Crystal Palace F.C., EPL)
Crystal Palace F.C. partner
Sixth Street Partners
Structured financing and equity in sports real estate, arenas, and multi-club ownership platforms.
Austin FC / Moody Center — $85M structured financing; Bay Collective (Sunderland AFC Women majority acquisition).
Bay Collective / Sunderland AFC Women (2026).
Sixth Street Partners
Majority institutional private equity backing of Bay FC (NWSL) — first major U.S. women's sports franchise with majority PE backing; Alan Waxman serves as Co-Chair of the club
Bay FC majority PE backing (NWSL)
Slice Sports
Invests in sports and fitness technology startups (active as of Oct 2026).
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Smith Entertainment Group
Ryan Smith family group owning the Utah Jazz, Utah Hockey Club and Real Salt Lake stake
Ryan Smith family group owning the Utah Jazz, Utah Hockey Club and Real Salt Lake stake
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Soccer and Sports investor list
Invests in technology companies shaping the future of sports, focusing on areas such as fan engagement, connected athletics, and derivative sports, including eSports, fantasy sports, and new sports.
Invested in companies like The Athletic (acquired by The New York Times), Beam (acquired by Microsoft), StockX, 100 Thieves, WinZO, VEO, Religion of Sports, Rei do Pitaco, Freeletics, FanCraze, and Paceline.
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Society Hill Capital
Society Hill Capital has a dedicated Professional Athletes division guiding athletes into investments.
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Solyco Capital
Solyco Capital is a private investment firm with a sports and consumer portfolio.
Sky Pop Soda — owner. Fluid Logic — racing industry hydration. Green Edge Cycling. AthleteAgent.com. Don't Quit Sports Nutrition — owner.
Sky Pop Soda; Fluid Logic; Green Edge Cycling; AthleteAgent.com; Don't Quit Sports Nutrition
Southpaw Capital Partners
Heavily involved in sports franchise ownership, immersive fan experiences, and growing sports properties. Focus areas include major league franchise ownership and leadership roles, immersive sports and media technology, emerging sports (pickleball), and golf entertainment and facilities.
Carolina Hurricanes (NHL) — Vice Chairman; Portland Trail Blazers (NBA) — Deputy Chairman; Cosm — co-invested in experiential media/technology company for shared reality, immersive venues, and live sports broadcasting; Pickleball Inc. — significant backing through Southpaw / Dundon Capital Partners in the unified entity behind the Carvana PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball; Topgolf Callaway Brands — strategic investments tied to golf entertainment; Trinity Forest Golf Club — involvement in funding non-profit championship golf facilities.
Pickleball Inc. (Carvana PPA Tour / Major League Pickleball)
Spencer Keith Jones
NBA player with the Denver Nuggets. Keeps sports investments private currently.
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Sportradar
Global sports technology and data company — official data, odds, and streaming provider to leagues and betting operators, and acquirer of sports media and digital rights.
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Sports Properties Raliegh NC
Sports & Properties, Inc. (SPI) is a sports and entertainment marketing and development company based in Cary, NC, focusing on sports tourism, facility analysis and planning, naming rights and major sponsorships, and major event management. Their primary goal is to provide significant value to clients by building local sports economies and delivering the best return on investment. ([sportsproperties.com](https://www.sportsproperties.com/?utm_source=openai))
SPI has completed over 100 major projects, including hosting the 2015 Prudential U.S. Figure Skating Championships at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex, which received the Best Multi-Sport/Multi-Discipline Event Award and Event of the Year at the 2015 World's Best Sports Events Awards. ([sportsproperties.com](https://www.sportsproperties.com/?utm_source=openai))
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Sportsman Stock
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Sportsology Capital Partners (SCP)
Direct minority stakes, growth capital and secondaries across tier-one major league franchises, emerging sports IP and high-growth sports properties. Combines Sportsology Group's operational and executive-search expertise with growth financing to align with owners they want to partner with long term, cherry-picking one or two deals per league rather than building broad league portfolios, and using continuation vehicles to hold beyond a typical 5–7 year PE period.
• Texas Rangers (MLB) — minority stake acquired February 2026, the firm's first U.S. team deal. • France SailGP Team (sail racing) — minority stake acquired June 2025 alongside Ares Management and French footballer Kylian Mbappé.
Texas Rangers (MLB) — minority stake, February 2026
Spurs Sports & Entertainment
NBA franchise ownership group expanding into adjacent women's sports investments.
San Antonio Spurs (NBA) — owner; LOVB Austin (League One Volleyball) — investor group.
LOVB Austin — investor group (2026).
Staci Slaughter
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL); former San Francisco Giants executive
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Stephanie Connaughton
Core consortium investor in Boston Legacy FC (NWSL Boston) via Boston Unity Partners
Boston Legacy FC consortium investor (NWSL)
Sterling Equities
Leverages multi-decade operating history in professional sports to invest across the broader sports and entertainment value chain.
New York Mets (former ownership), SportsNet New York (SNY)
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Steve Cohen
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Backer of TGL (TMRW Sports Golf League); owner of NY Mets
Steve Nash
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Steven Farscht- Chicago Sports minded investor
Bell Sports Marketing (BSM) specializes in connecting clients with prominent figures in sports and entertainment, facilitating personal appearances, product endorsements, keynote speaking engagements, brand launches, and PR campaigns. Their approach leverages exclusive partnerships and long-standing relationships to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
BSM has orchestrated notable endorsement and appearance deals with high-profile personalities such as Magic Johnson, Chevy Chase, Travis Kelce, Shaquille O'Neal, and Emmitt Smith.
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Su Oh
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Sundeep Madra
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Swanston Enterprises
Swanston Organization focuses on empowering innovation, inclusion, and impact through strategic investments in disruptive technologies, early-stage startups, and community development initiatives. Their approach emphasizes supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs and fostering diversity within the startup ecosystem.
- **Connecticut United FC (CT United FC)**: In January 2024, Swanston Organization, through Connecticut Sports Group (CTSG), was awarded an MLS NEXT Pro expansion team, marking the establishment of CT United FC. The team is set to play in a new waterfront soccer stadium in Bridgeport, Connecticut. ([swanston.org](https://swanston.org/press-releases/connecticut-awarded-mls-next-pro-expansion-team?utm_source=openai)) - **Ownership Group Expansion**: In December 2025, NBA Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle joined the ownership group of CTSG, alongside existing co-owners André and Michelle Swanston, Michael Salguero, Johan Bjurström, Calvin L. Butts Jr., Shiva Sarram, and Drew Pearson. ([insideworldfootball.com](https://www.insideworldfootball.com/2025/12/15/nba-star-buys-connecticut-sports-group-investors-take-punt-local-ambition/?utm_source=openai))
In December 2025, NBA Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle joined the ownership group of Connecticut Sports Group (CTSG), the parent organization of CT United FC, marking the most recent sports investment. ([insideworldfootball.com](https://www.insideworldfootball.com/2025/12/15/nba-star-buys-connecticut-sports-group-investors-take-punt-local-ambition/?utm_source=openai))
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone
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OKC Soccer expansion group ($610M); USL Championship club (2028 debut)
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone
High-profile athlete LP in OKC United (USL Championship); four-time Olympic gold medalist and world record holder in track & field
OKC United LP (USL Championship)
Synergy Sports Capital
Targets controlling stakes in emerging leagues and teams outside the Big Four; $150M target fund.
LOVB Salt Lake City — operations takeover; Atlético Dallas.
LOVB Salt Lake City operations takeover (2026).
TKO UFC Board of Directors
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. focuses on leveraging its combined assets from UFC and WWE to drive growth through media rights, live events, sponsorships, licensing, and social media opportunities. The company aims to expand its global presence and enhance shareholder value by capitalizing on synergies between the two organizations. ([tkogrp.com](https://tkogrp.com/news/tko-appoints-dwayne-johnson-to-board-of-directors/?utm_source=openai))
In March 2025, TKO Group entered a multiyear partnership with Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority and Sela, a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund, to launch a new boxing promotion. This venture is led by UFC President Dana White and WWE President Nick Khan, with the first boxing card expected in 2026. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/252c71058acb1aace5c763ea11c3d3c3?utm_source=openai))
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TMRW Sports
Sports venture studio (Woods/McIlroy-backed TGL). Recent: Participated in Fastbreak AI $40M Series A (Nov 2025) for youth and amateur sports event execution.
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TOCA Football
TOCA Football focuses on transforming the soccer experience by integrating technology into training and entertainment, aiming to make soccer more accessible and engaging for players of all levels.
TOCA Football has secured investments from notable figures such as World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen, England Men's National Team captain Harry Kane, and U.S. Women's National Champion Abby Wambach. ([businesswire.com](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240425367037/en/TOCA-Football-Receives-Investment-from-World-Chess-Champion-Magnus-Carlsen?utm_source=openai)) The company has also extended its partnership with Major League Soccer (MLS) through 2036. ([prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/toca-secures-additional-35m-to-expand-toca-social-and-scale-soccer-training-technology-302459835.html?utm_source=openai))
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TOGETHERXR Alex Morgan's business
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TPG Capital
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Tampa Bay Bucs
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Tarik Black
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Team Services
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Ted Leonsis
Founder & Controlling Owner of Monumental Sports & Entertainment (Wizards, Capitals, Mystics, Capital One Arena, Monumental Sports Network)
MSE Founder & Controlling Owner
The Ball minor league pro basketball
The Ball minor league pro basketball firm focuses on investing in professional basketball teams, particularly within minor league systems, to enhance player development, community engagement, and provide affordable family entertainment.
The firm has been associated with the Junior Basketball Association (JBA), a league founded by LaVar Ball, which aimed to provide an alternative pathway for young basketball talent outside of traditional college routes.
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The Berman Family
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Unrivaled Basketball League
The Chernin Group
Builds and backs scaled platforms across media, entertainment, sports and consumer. In sports, TCG favors participation-driven properties — facilities, tournaments, leagues and camps — that can be aggregated into a single operating business rather than treated as standalone real estate.
Unrivaled Sports (launched 2024 with Josh Harris and David Blitzer) — youth and amateur sports platform aggregating Ripken Baseball, Cooperstown All Star Village, Sports Force Parks and Baseball Factory, combining destinations, tournaments, leagues and camps.
Unrivaled Sports — youth sports facilities and participation platform (2024)
The Chickasaw Nation
Major strategic institutional investor in OKC United (USL Championship); sovereign tribal nation acting as corporate, civic & cultural partner
OKC United institutional investor (USL Championship)
The Forbes Company
Chairman of Champions Circle LLC — an NIL (Next-Generation Independent Living) Collective for the University of Michigan Athletics.
Champions Circle LLC NIL Collective — University of Michigan Athletics (2026)
Nikhil Dixit
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
Guy Nohra
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
Terrence Sullivan
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
Eric Shuffler
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
Shashi Vaswani
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
Jim Kirks
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
Eujern Lim
Member of The Hearts Football Club LLC, the American investment consortium holding the majority stake in Kelty Hearts FC.
Investor in Kelty Hearts FC via The Hearts Football Club LLC.
Kelty Hearts FC (majority stake via The Hearts Football Club LLC)
The Kraft Group
Sports-first family office owning the New England Patriots and Gillette Stadium, extending into athlete-driven consumer brands.
New England Patriots (NFL) — owner; New England Revolution (MLS) — owner; CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor.
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor group (2026).
The Players Fund
The Players Fund is pioneering a new frontier in venture capital as the UK's first athlete-led firm, founded by athletes, to empower the athlete community as investors. Our first-of-its-kind strategy brings together a collective of renowned athlete investors alongside seasoned VCs, leveraging their combined expertise, global access to opportunities and value creation ability, to support exceptional entrepreneurs and accelerate the future of athlete investing.
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The Players Impact
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Curated investment in Serie A club Frosinone Calcio
The Raine Group
Raine is a prominent global merchant bank and investment firm focused on technology, media, telecommunications, sports, content, music, and gaming. Unlike traditional investment banks, Raine operates as a hybrid merchant bank — advising major clients on deals while also directly investing capital through its private equity and venture capital funds.
Direct investments: DraftKings (early growth-equity investor in sports gaming, daily fantasy, and sports betting); RCX Sports (youth sports platform partnering with major professional leagues — NFL, MLB, NHL — to equip local youth leagues); East Asia Super League (EASL, pan-Asian club basketball league recognized by FIBA); Midnite (esports and sports betting operator); World Pickleball Rating System (DUPR, tech and rating platform serving global pickleball); Tripledot Studios (high-growth mobile/casual games platform). Advisory: Chelsea FC sale ($5.3B, 2022, exclusive financial advisor to Todd Boehly / BlueCo); WWE & UFC merger into TKO Group Holdings under Endeavor (financial advisor); Los Angeles Clippers sale (2014, financial advisor to Steve Ballmer); XFL revival (advised Vince McMahon on relaunching the XFL); UFC sale ($4B, to WME-IMG/Endeavor); Silver Lake minority stake in City Football Group; Manchester United strategic investment process.
XFL Revival (advised Vince McMahon on relaunching the XFL)
The Raptor Group
Diversified private investment firm backed by the family office of Jim Pallotta. Invests across stages and asset classes — technology, fintech, consumer, blockchain, and sports — with a strong appetite for sports franchise ownership and sports-adjacent businesses.
AS Roma (Serie A) — majority owner & chairman, 2012–2020; sold to The Friedkin Group in 2020 at a ~£533M valuation. Boston Celtics (NBA) — minority co-owner. Newcastle United — lead bidder in the 2020 takeover pursuit. Raptor Consumer Partners' investment in Spartan Race, with support from Raptor Accelerator and Raptor Sports Properties.
AS Roma (2012–2020 majority owner, sold to The Friedkin Group in 2020 for ~€591M / £533M)
Thibaut Courtois
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois used his investment platform, NXTPLAY, to complete a rapid double-swoop in football ownership. He acquired a stake in Spanish club CD Extremadura and additionally bought a minority piece of KRC Genk — the Belgian club where he originally launched his professional career.
Acquired stake in CD Extremadura (Spain) and minority stake in KRC Genk (Belgium) via NXTPLAY — Mid 2026.
Double acquisition: CD Extremadura & KRC Genk via NXTPLAY — Mid 2026
Thirty Ink
Thirty Ink is a multifaceted organization founded by NBA Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Stephen Curry, encompassing brand partnerships, media, investments, and philanthropy. The company is committed to aligning purpose and profit, focusing on elevating underrepresented narratives and fostering human equity.
Thirty Ink's portfolio includes Unanimous Media, a media company co-founded by Stephen Curry, which has produced content such as the Academy Award-winning short film "Two Distant Strangers" and the scripted series "Swagger" on Apple TV+. Additionally, Thirty Ink has a partnership with Under Armour's Curry Brand, a basketball and golf footwear and apparel line, where Stephen Curry serves as president. The company also owns Underrated Golf and Basketball, initiatives aimed at providing opportunities for underrepresented athletes.
The most recent sports-related investment by Thirty Ink is in Unanimous Media, which co-produced the film "GOAT," released in 2025. The film achieved a $50.6 million global opening weekend and a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Thirty Ink / SC30 Inc.
Stephen Curry — four-time NBA champion and Golden State Warriors point guard — is the lead investor in Thirty Ink (SC30 Inc.), his athlete-led holding company spanning media, consumer brands, golf, and athlete-economics ventures.
Lead investor — Thirty Ink / SC30 Inc.; portfolio includes athlete-led consumer, media (Unanimous Media), golf (Underrated Golf), and tech investments.
Thirty Ink / SC30 Inc.
Thirty Third Management Group
Family-run brand advisory firm launched by NBA champion Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks. Handles Jalen's off-court business ventures and represents outside clients as well, with a particular focus on women's sports.
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Threadneedle Ventures
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Three Lions Capital Management
Primary private equity vehicle for acquiring controlling or significant equity stakes in sports franchises and adjacent media/entertainment IP. Named after the iconic English football emblem. Focus: sports franchise acquisitions, youth platforms, and live entertainment media.
Three Lions Football / Sports — investment vehicle for equity stakes in major European and North American soccer clubs, most notably Ipswich Town FC (UK) and Phoenix Rising FC (US). Three Lions Pioneer — venture arm for youth sports infrastructure, investing in national platforms like Surf Sports and Rush Soccer (youth tournaments, training programs, and sports software). Three Lions Hondo — entertainment and media wing investing in live event IPs like The Hondo Rodeo Fest, blending major sports competitions with multi-day music festivals.
Ipswich Town FC (UK) and Phoenix Rising FC (US) via Three Lions Football / Sports
Thrive Capital
Acquired a minority stake in the San Francisco Giants — Thrive Capital's first-ever sports investment.
Minority stake in the San Francisco Giants (2026)
Thrive Eternal
Permanent capital holding company launched by Thrive Capital (NYC-based VC firm founded by Joshua Kushner). Created to invest in and hold long-term stakes in iconic franchises and cultural institutions rooted in tradition, identity, and shared experience that cannot be displaced by technology. Thrive Capital traditionally focuses on tech/software/venture (OpenAI, Stripe, Spotify).
San Francisco Giants (MLB) — inaugural deployment, strategic ownership stake (April 2026); FIFA Forward Enterprise — lead investor group, ~20% minority stake; Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) — tied via Thrive network to high-profile sports transactions.
FIFA Forward Enterprise ~20% minority stake (2026)
Tiffani McReynolds
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Tiger Woods
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Co-founder of TGL (TMRW Sports Golf League)
Tim McLaughlin
Local Oklahoma City civic leader and philanthropist; founder of Fields & Futures; investor in OKC United (USL Championship)
OKC United investor (USL Championship)
Tobacco Road Capital
Tobacco Road Capitalists (TRC) focuses on accelerating growth for companies in sports, entertainment, media, healthcare, and consumer products by providing strategic planning, leadership evaluation, financial modeling, and interim management services.
TRC has been involved in various sports-related projects, including the turnaround of AstroTurf USA and consulting for i-1 biometrics (now Athlete Intelligence). ([tobaccoroadcapital.com](https://www.tobaccoroadcapital.com/team?utm_source=openai))
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Tom Bernthal
Strategic investor in Bay FC (NWSL), alongside wife Sheryl Sandberg
Bay FC investor (NWSL)
Tom Golisano
Former owner of the Buffalo Sabres NHL team and Rochester Americans NHL team. A long-time NHL team owner-operator with significant history in hockey franchise ownership.
Buffalo Sabres NHL Team (ownership) / Rochester Americans NHL Team (ownership)
Tom Werner
Principal Owner of Fenway Sports Group (Red Sox, Liverpool F.C., Penguins, RFK Racing, Boston Common Golf)
FSG Principal Owner
Trae Young
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Unrivaled Basketball League
Traffic Sports
Traffic Sports specializes in the commercialization and management of sports events, focusing on organizing and marketing international soccer tournaments and related activities.
Traffic Sports has been involved in organizing and commercializing numerous international soccer events, including the majority of CONCACAF's FIFA World Cup Qualifying matches, five of the last six CONCACAF Gold Cups, the CONCACAF Champions Cup, the Under-17 CONCACAF Regional Championship, the Central American UNCAF Nations Cup, and hundreds of friendly matches. Additionally, Traffic Sports was awarded the global marketing rights to the 2001 FIFA Club World Championship, which was later canceled.
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Trans Union
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Transcend Capital Advisors/VFC Newco
Transcend Capital Advisors is an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) that offers a comprehensive suite of wealth management services, including financial and retirement planning, estate planning, public and private investment advice, philanthropic planning, strategic advisory services, insurance consulting, liquidity event advisory, and banking and lending solutions. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/transcend-capital-advisors?utm_source=openai)) The firm employs an endowment-style investment approach, seeking to optimize risk and reward by exploring a diverse mix of asset classes tailored to clients' specific situations. ([transcendcapital.com](https://www.transcendcapital.com/what-we-do/?utm_source=openai))
Specific details about Transcend Capital Advisors' involvement in sports-related investments are not publicly disclosed.
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Travis Kelce
Travis Kelce has built a diversified sports and lifestyle investment portfolio spanning Formula 1 team ownership, theme park equity, and beverage brands. He frequently invests alongside other elite athletes like teammate Patrick Mahomes, Rory McIlroy, and Anthony Joshua through ownership groups led by firms such as Otro Capital and JANA Partners.
Alpine F1 Racing Team (2023): Travis Kelce and teammate Patrick Mahomes joined an ownership group led by Otro Capital, contributing to a $218 million strategic investment for a 24% stake in the Alpine Formula 1 team. They invested alongside other elite athletes like Rory McIlroy and Anthony Joshua. Six Flags Entertainment (October 2025): Travis teamed up with corporate executives and JANA Partners to acquire a combined 9% stake in Six Flags, making them one of the largest shareholders in the theme park giant. Garage Beer (June 2024): Travis and Jason partnered to become the largest investors, owners, and operators of Garage Beer, an independent light beer brand based out of Ohio (where both brothers played college football at the University of Cincinnati). Highly involved in brewing, distribution, and marketing strategy. Recover 180 & Casa Azul (2023–2025): Travis has heavily invested in sports-adjacent and lifestyle beverage companies, securing significant stakes in the organic hydration drink Recover 180 and the canned tequila soda brand Casa Azul.
Garage Beer — largest investor, owner & operator (June 2024)
Tricor Pacific Capital
Invests family capital in long-term, value-oriented opportunities, including international sports franchises with community impact.
Treaty United FC
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Trybe Ventures
Investor in Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 professional basketball league.
Investor in Unrivaled Basketball league.
Unrivaled Basketball league
Alex Morgan
Co-founded by Alex Morgan, Trybe Ventures is the lead investor in the upcoming WTGL (Women's TGL) golf league. The firm backs athlete-led businesses and emerging sports properties, leveraging star athlete capital to drive growth in women's sports and beyond.
Lead investor in WTGL golf league. Athlete investors include Aryna Sabalenka (Tennis), Hilary Knight (Hockey), Diana Taurasi (WNBA), Napheesa Collier (WNBA), Nneka Ogwumike (WNBA), and Breanna Stewart (WNBA).
WTGL Golf League (lead investor); Unrivaled Basketball League
Twenty First Group
Twenty First Group specializes in predictive sports intelligence, partnering with sports organizations to enhance performance, optimize competition structures, and create compelling fan experiences. Their approach combines deep human expertise with advanced AI to provide actionable insights across various aspects of the sports industry. ([twentyfirstgroup.com](https://www.twentyfirstgroup.com/?utm_source=openai))
Twenty First Group has been involved in several notable projects: - **MLS Format and Calendar Restructuring**: Collaborated with Major League Soccer to redesign competition formats and schedules
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Tyus Jones & Tre Jones
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Unrivaled Basketball League
US Angel Investment Network (Sports & Leisure Division)
Focus: Local/regional venue development, youth sports training facilities, event operations, and entertainment assets. Model: Direct angel matching platform for early-stage and seed-stage physical assets and sports services.
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US Saudi Business Council
The U.S.-Saudi Business Council (USSBC) aims to foster enduring and sustainable bilateral commercial relations between the United States and Saudi Arabia. By facilitating strategic partnerships, investments, and ventures, the Council seeks to enhance economic growth and cultural understanding between the two nations.
Specific details about past sports-related investments or deals facilitated by the USSBC are not publicly disclosed.
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USA Today
USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. ([investors.usatodayco.com](https://investors.usatodayco.com/?utm_source=openai))
In 2012, USA TODAY Sports Media Group acquired Fantasy Sports Ventures and Big Lead Sports, the largest independent digital sports property in North America at that time. ([prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/usa-today-sports-media-group-acquires-big-lead-sports-digital-property-and-fantasy-sports-ventures-137956063.html?utm_source=openai))
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Udonis Haslem
Three-time NBA champion deploying capital into English football through minority ownership stakes, with a focus on timing investments ahead of promotion pushes to capture value at the Championship level.
Ipswich Town FC (EFL Championship / Premier League) — minority owner (stake acquired September 2025 while club was still in the Championship).
Ipswich Town FC — minority ownership stake (2025).
Underdog Global Partners
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Unrivaled Basketball League
First-of-its-kind 3-on-3 women's professional basketball league with a unique ownership structure: 30% of league equity is distributed among participating players. The exact total count of individual investors is not publicly disclosed, as many private angel investors and limited partners participate through syndicates, funds, or private allocations — but the league has publicly disclosed dozens of prominent backers across institutional funds, family offices, pro athletes, and high-net-worth individuals.
Unrivaled Basketball League (women's 3-on-3 pro basketball, founded 2023, debut season January 2025 in Miami)
Unrivaled Basketball League — Series C round led by Ten Pillars Sports Fund (backed by UC Investments)
Unrivaled Sports
Youth sports platform company acquiring and operating tournaments, facilities, events, and technology across youth sports, professionalizing the youth sports experience under one operator network.
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Unrivaled Ten Pillars Sports Fund
Investor in Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 professional basketball league.
Investor in Unrivaled Basketball league.
Unrivaled Basketball league
Adam Weitsman
Active college NIL investor and Syracuse mega-booster. Founder of Upstate Shredding / Weitsman Recycling, the largest privately owned scrap metal processor on the East Coast. Backs NIL collectives and individual athletes, including the Cavinder Twins.
Major NIL investor with the Cavinder Twins; prominent Syracuse Orange NIL supporter and donor.
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Van Wagner Sports
Van Wagner Sports focuses on connecting brands with sports properties through high-impact, TV-visible signage, event production, and multimedia rights management. Their approach emphasizes creating customized strategies that reflect individual client needs and goals, leveraging deep expertise in sales, marketing, content creation, and event production.
- **Dorna TV-Visible Signage**: Provides high-impact signage across more than 500 professional and collegiate sports teams and events, including MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL, NCAA, MLS, and international soccer. ([vanwagner.com](https://www.vanwagner.com/services/dorna-tv-visible-signage/?utm_source=openai)) - **Productions & Events**: Produced major sporting events such as the Super Bowl, Olympic Games, Kentucky Derby, NCAA Final Four, and US Open Tennis. ([vanwagner.com](https://www.vanwagner.com/services/productions/?utm_source=openai)) - **College Multimedia Rights**: Manages corporate sponsorship and multimedia rights for over 40 NCAA athletic departments and conferences across the U.S. ([vanwagner.com](https://www.vanwagner.com/about-us/careers/?utm_source=openai)) - **Cape Cod Baseball League Partnership**: Announced a multimedia rights partnership with the Cape Cod Baseball League in April 2026. ([vanwagner.com](https://www.vanwagner.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **Dartmouth Athletics Partnership**: Named multimedia rights partner for Dartmouth Athletics in a long-term agreement in April 2026. ([vanwagner.com](https://www.vanwagner.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **University at Buffalo Naming Rights**: Brokered a $31 million naming rights partnership between the University at Buffalo and Broadview Federal Credit Union in March 2026. ([vanwagner.com](https://www.vanwagner.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **CineSport Investment**: Made a low seven-figure, minority equity investment in CineSport, a New Jersey-based online sports video company, in May 2013. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Daily/Issues/2013/05/17/Finance/Van-Wagner/?utm_source=openai))
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Velocity Capital Management
Private investment firm focused on sports, media, and live entertainment — deploying capital into teams, leagues, venues, and adjacent sports businesses.
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Verance Capital
Verance Capital invests in the future of sports, media, and live entertainment by partnering with leading entrepreneurs and management teams to provide early and growth-stage capital. They take a flexible and long-term approach to investing, leveraging industry expertise and an expansive global network to drive success for their partners and build enduring value.
Verance Capital has been involved in several notable investments in the sports and entertainment sectors, including: - **Professional Triathletes Organisation**: Participated in a Series C funding round to support the growth of professional triathlon. ([crunchbase.com](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/verance-capital?utm_source=openai)) - **Range Media Partners**: Invested in this media company to drive growth opportunities, acquisitions, and expansion in existing and new verticals and markets. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/08/14/verance-capital-range-media-partners/?utm_source=openai)) - **Swag Golf**: Led a $10 million funding round for this apparel and equipment company in October 2023. ([sportsbusinessjournal.com](https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/05/27/power-players-verance-capital/?utm_source=openai)) - **MVP Index**: Participated in a $20 million funding round in June 2023. ([gaebler.com](https://www.gaebler.com/VC-Investors-7EFAEC36-F624-4C4D-88A4-2B700E3AF649-Verance-Capital?utm_source=openai)) - **Wave Sports + Entertainment**: Invested in this company in March 2022. ([gaebler.com](https://www.gaebler.com/VC-Investors-7EFAEC36-F624-4C4D-88A4-2B700E3AF649-Verance-Capital?utm_source=openai)) - **Betsperts Media & Technology**: Participated in a $6 million funding round in August 2021. ([gaebler.com](https://www.gaebler.com/VC-Investors-7EFAEC36-F624-4C4D-88A4-2B700E3AF649-Verance-Capital?utm_source=openai)) These investments reflect Verance Capital's commitment to supporting innovative companies in the sports and entertainment industries.
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Verizon
Investing in companies that are harnessing the power of 5G and edge computing to transform industries and create new digital experiences.
Verizon Ventures has invested in several sports technology companies, including: - **StatusPRO**: A sports technology company developing a real-time player data-driven training and gaming platform powered by virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). ([verizon.com](https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-ventures-invests-statuspro-transform-gaming-industry?utm_source=openai)) - **PlaySight**: A sports technology company that uses multi-angle video and analytics technology to help athletes improve their performance. ([globalventuring.com](https://globalventuring.com/playsight-scores-11m-investment/?utm_source=openai)) - **FanDuel**: A fantasy sports platform that was subsequently acquired for $4.2 billion. ([globalventuring.com](https://globalventuring.com/corporate/people/verizon-ventures-stops-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **AdTheorant**: An AI marketing software provider that went public at a billion-dollar valuation. ([globalventuring.com](https://globalventuring.com/corporate/people/verizon-ventures-stops-investments/?utm_source=openai)) - **Optibus**: A transportation management platform. - **Pivotal Commware**: A communications equipment maker. - **SparkCognition**: A data analytics software producer. - **CloudBees**: A software delivery automation platform. - **Wiliot**: An internet-of-things technology provider. ([crunchbase.com](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/verizon-ventures/recent_investments?utm_source=openai)) These investments reflect Verizon Ventures' focus on companies that can benefit from Verizon's network infrastructure and technical expertise.
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Versant Media Group
Versant Media Group acquires sports technology, media, and entertainment assets. The firm targets established category leaders with strong brand equity and scalable technology platforms, particularly in the golf and sports simulation space.
Full Swing (Sports Technology & Simulator Leader): Acquired Full Swing from Bruin Capital for $530 million. Full Swing is the market-leading sports simulator and golf technology company, known for its high-end indoor golf simulators used by professional golfers and premium consumers worldwide.
Acquired Full Swing from Bruin Capital for $530 million (sports technology and simulator leader).
Vetted Sports
Vetted Sports partners with athletes, brands, and properties across the sports ecosystem to drive commercial opportunities and representation.
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Vicinity Capital
Vicinity Capital focuses on providing local investment opportunities, emphasizing community engagement and personal connections over algorithmic decisions. They prioritize transparency and in-person interactions to build trust and facilitate investments that benefit both investors and the community. ([vicinitycapital.com](https://vicinitycapital.com/about/?utm_source=openai))
Specific details about Vicinity Capital's past sports-related investments are not publicly available.
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Vinik Sports Group
Vinik Sports Group (VSG) focuses on creating world-class experiences that grow brands, drive revenues, and impact the community. Drawing on the expertise showcased during the transformation of the Tampa Bay Lightning and Amalie Arena under owner Jeff Vinik, VSG serves clients through its three core divisions: VSG Live, VSG Commercial Sales, and VSG Facilities.
In December 2019, VSG, alongside BIP Capital, invested in PlayOn! Sports, an Atlanta-based high school sports media company, which raised $25 million in a Series B round. ([bizjournals.com](https://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2019/12/20/atlanta-inno-bip-capital-jeff-vinik-invest-in.html?utm_source=openai)) In February 2022, Arctos Sports Partners made a minority investment in VSG, marking one of the first private equity investments in National Hockey League (NHL) history. ([globallegalchronicle.com](https://globallegalchronicle.com/arctos-sports-partners-minority-investment-in-vinik-sports-group/?utm_source=openai))
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Vinik Sports Group (Tampa Bay centric sports owners)
Vinik Sports Group (VSG) focuses on enhancing sports and entertainment experiences by managing assets, developing partnerships, and investing in community initiatives to drive long-term value and engagement.
In October 2024, VSG sold a portion of the Tampa Bay Lightning to an investor group led by Doug Ostrover and Marc Lipschultz, while Jeff Vinik retained control and continued as the team's governor for three years. ([cnbc.com](https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/24/nhl-tampa-bay-lightning-stake-sold-to-investor-group.html?utm_source=openai)) In August 2025, VSG partnered with Benchmark International, a global mergers and acquisitions firm, to rename Amalie Arena to Benchmark International Arena, initiating a multi-year naming rights partnership. ([globenewswire.com](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/08/13/3132821/0/en/vinik-sports-group-benchmark-international-announce-multi-year-naming-rights-partnership.html?utm_source=openai)) This partnership included a $3 million community investment focusing on food insecurity, education, and health and wellness across the Tampa Bay region. ([nhl.com](https://www.nhl.com/lightning/news/vinik-sports-group-benchmark-international-announce-3-million-community-investment-as-part-of-new-naming-rights-partnership?utm_source=openai))
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Vinod Khosla
Purchased the Seattle Seahawks for $9.6 billion — a new NFL franchise record.
Seattle Seahawks acquisition — $9.6B (new NFL record, 2026)
Vitamin Water Founder
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WISE Ventures
WISE Ventures is an early-stage venture capital and investment firm founded in 2018 by the Wilf Family — owners of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings (Zygi, Mark, and Leonard Wilf) and MLS's Orlando City SC / Orlando Pride. They leverage their team ownership and real estate assets to back innovation in sports, media, real estate technology, and consumer tech.
Franchise ownership: Minnesota Vikings (NFL); Orlando City SC (MLS) & Orlando Pride (NWSL). Portfolio: StatusPRO (sports-tech and VR training/gaming, creators of NFL PRO ERA); The Snow League (Shaun White's professional snowboarding and freeskiing league); WSC Sports (AI-driven automated video creation platform used by major sports leagues worldwide); Trajektory (sports sponsorship evaluation and data analytics); G Esports Holding / G2 Esports (prominent international esports organization); Tonal (AI-powered home gym and digital strength training); Supersapiens (continuous glucose monitoring for athletic performance — exited); Version1 (regional esports organization, since merged).
The Snow League (Shaun White's professional winter sports league)
WNY Flash- Sahlen's Company
Sahlen's Packing Company, a fifth-generation family-owned business, has a history of investing in sports to enhance community engagement and brand visibility. Their investments have focused on soccer, baseball, and sports facilities, aiming to foster local talent and support regional sports culture.
- **Sahlen's Stadium Naming Rights**: In 2011, Sahlen's secured a 10-year naming rights agreement for the downtown multi-use stadium in Rochester, New York, home to the Rochester Rhinos, Rattlers, and the Western New York Flash. ([oursportscentral.com](https://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/sahlens-acquire-stadium-naming-rights/n-4151995?utm_source=openai)) - **Western New York Flash Ownership**: Sahlen's owned the Western New York Flash, a professional women's soccer team, from 2008 to 2016. Under their ownership, the team won multiple championships, including the 2011 WPS Championship. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/western-new-york-flash?utm_source=openai)) - **Sahlen's Field Sponsorship**: In 2020, Sahlen's became the official hot dog sponsor of the Buffalo Bisons, the Triple-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, enhancing their presence in the local baseball scene. ([wnypapers.com](https://www.wnypapers.com/news/article/current/2020/07/28/142541/sahlen-looking-forward-to-having-blue-jays-in-buffalo?utm_source=openai)) - **Sahlen's Sports Park Development**: Sahlen's invested in Sahlen's Sports Park, a 200,000 square-foot multisport indoor facility in Elma, New York, to support youth sports development and community engagement. ([wkbw.com](https://www.wkbw.com/news/how-a-local-hotdog-company-became-top-dog-in-wny?utm_source=openai))
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WNY Flash-Sahlen's Company
The Sahlen family's investment approach centers on fostering community engagement through sports, enhancing local infrastructure, and promoting youth development. Their focus is on creating accessible and sustainable sports facilities that serve as hubs for both professional and amateur athletes.
In 2011, the Sahlen family secured the naming rights for the downtown stadium in Rochester, New York, renaming it Sahlen's Stadium. This venue became the home field for the Rochester Rhinos of the United Soccer Leagues Professional Division, the Rochester Rattlers of Major League Lacrosse, and the Western New York Flash of Women's Professional Soccer. ([rbj.net](https://rbj.net/2011/02/10/the-new-name-for-downtown-facility-sahlens-stadium/?utm_source=openai))
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WPS almost bought LA SOL
WPS Investors focuses on multifamily real estate investments, aiming to maximize investor returns through hands-on management, including heavy renovations and aggressive lease-up strategies.
No publicly available information indicates that WPS Investors has engaged in sports-related investments.
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WPS and MLS investor Vancouver?
WPS Investors focuses on multifamily real estate investments, aiming to maximize investor returns through value-add strategies, including heavy renovations and aggressive lease-up processes. Their goal is to provide passive income opportunities by enhancing net operating income during the holding period. ([wpsinvestors.com](https://wpsinvestors.com/?utm_source=openai))
There is no publicly available information indicating that WPS Investors has been involved in any sports-related investments.
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Wajid Mir
Wajid Mir focuses on strategic investments in sports entities, leveraging his extensive legal and business development experience to secure significant brand deals and manage high-value athlete contracts.
Led a U.S.-Saudi consortium to acquire a 45% stake in Premier League club Crystal Palace from Eagle Football. ([deepnewz.com](https://deepnewz.com/britain/bejan-esmaili-wajid-mir-jason-kidd-lead-u-s-saudi-group-to-acquire-45-stake-8b7f05ab?utm_source=openai))
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Waltham and Hersham FC
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Walton Family Office
RZC Investments, the Walton family's single-family office, focuses on deploying flexible, permanent capital across consumer, outdoor recreation, B2B services, healthcare, industrial, and financial technology sectors. They invest at venture, growth, and buyout stages, aiming to build durable operating companies. Their strategy includes opportunistic equity checks to support businesses at various growth phases.
In January 2022, RZC Investments made a minority equity investment in Eddyline Kayaks, a kayak manufacturer based in Burlington, Washington. This investment was part of Eddyline's expansion plans, including opening a new office in Northwest Arkansas to enhance distribution and dealer support.
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Walton-Laurie Ownership Group
Family-led ownership group pursuing marquee professional franchise acquisitions. Currently one of three finalist groups bidding for an NBA expansion team in Las Vegas, with total project commitments of approximately $12 billion ($9 billion for the franchise fee/valuation and $3 billion for venue development) — including a brand-new arena and mixed-use entertainment district adjacent to Allegiant Stadium. Considered a frontrunner alongside groups led by Jerry Colangelo/Bill Foley and Marc Lasry/Steve Apostolopoulos.
St. Louis Blues (NHL): Bill and Nancy Walton Laurie bought the St. Louis Blues and the arena (then Savvis Center) in 1999 before selling the team in 2005. High-profile partner Egon Durban (co-CEO of Silver Lake and a 22% minority owner of the NFL's Las Vegas Raiders) joined the group to strengthen the Las Vegas NBA bid.
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Warner Bros. Discovery / TNT Sports
Investor in Unrivaled, the women's 3-on-3 professional basketball league.
Investor in Unrivaled Basketball league.
Unrivaled Basketball league
Washington Mystics
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), the parent company of the Washington Mystics, focuses on investing in professional sports franchises and related assets, aiming to enhance fan engagement, media rights, and overall revenue growth.
In June 2024, MSE secured Robinhood as the jersey patch sponsor for the Washington Mystics, marking Robinhood's first investment in women's sports. ([monumentalsports.com](https://monumentalsports.com/2024/06/monumental-sports-entertainment-announces-robinhood-as-the-2024-jersey-patch-partner-for-the-washington-mystics/?utm_source=openai)) In December 2025, Arctos Partners acquired a minority stake in MSE, encompassing the Mystics and other franchises. ([kirkland.com](https://www.kirkland.com/news/press-release/2025/12/kirkland-advises-arctos-on-acquisition-of-minority-interest-in-monumental-sports-entertainment?utm_source=openai)) Additionally, in June 2023, the Qatar Investment Authority purchased a 5% stake in MSE, valuing the company at over $4 billion. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/2023/06/23/qatar-signs-deal-to-buy-piece-of-nbas-washington-wizards?utm_source=openai))
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Washington Spirit
Michele Kang's investment strategy focuses on advancing women's soccer globally by acquiring and developing women's soccer clubs, fostering talent, and promoting gender equity in sports.
NWSL club owned by Michele Kang since 2022; now part of the Kynisca global women’s soccer organization
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Wasserman
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Waud Capital Partners
Active in consolidation of youth sports leagues and assets within the ~$40B youth sports market (as of Oct 2026).
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Wave Sports + Entertainment
Leading sports media company producing and distributing digital sports content, highlight programming, and athlete-driven podcasts across social and streaming platforms.
New Heights podcast (with Jason & Travis Kelce via New Heights Media JV); multi-platform sports highlight and short-form content portfolio.
New Heights podcast — production/distribution partner via New Heights Media JV (2026).
Weatherford Capital
Weatherford Capital is a family-owned private investment firm that focuses on growth equity investments in rapidly growing technology and technology-enabled companies, particularly in the business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) sectors, as well as highly regulated industries. Their investment approach emphasizes partnering with visionary leaders to create value and promote human flourishing, with a commitment to values such as faith, family, community, and excellence.
Weatherford Capital has made several notable investments in the sports sector, including: - **Big 12 Conference Strategic Partnership**: Weatherford Capital entered a strategic partnership with the Big 12 Conference, part of its recent sports transactions. - **IMG Academy**: A leader in sports education, providing training and development for athletes across various sports. ([weatherfordcapital.com](https://www.weatherfordcapital.com/articles/investing-in-sports)) - **United Soccer League (USL)**: Invested in the USL, the largest and fastest-growing soccer organization in the United States. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/weatherford-capital)) - **Collegiate Athletic Solutions (CAS)**: Partnered with RedBird Capital to support college athletic departments through loans and strategic guidance amid financial changes in college sports. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/46ee075d884689d2942f70077eee463a)) - **CURVE Sports**: Invested in CURVE Sports, a unified platform aimed at strengthening the future of youth baseball. ([weatherfordcapital.com](https://www.weatherfordcapital.com/home)) - **Tampa Bay Rays**: Acquired a minority stake in the Tampa Bay Rays, a professional baseball team in Major League Baseball. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/weatherford-capital)) - **SOMA Global**: Invested $22.5 million in SOMA Global, a Tampa-based tech company providing cloud services for law enforcement and fire departments. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2021/01/26/weatherford-capital-soma-global-funding-tampa-bay))
Big 12 Conference Strategic Partnership
Wedbush
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Wes Edens NY
Wes Edens focuses on investments that combine financial returns with strategic value, particularly in sectors where he can leverage his expertise to drive growth and innovation. His approach emphasizes building strong management teams, fostering accountability, and creating synergies between investments to enhance overall performance.
- Co-owner of the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks, leading to the team's 2021 championship victory. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wes_Edens?utm_source=openai)) - Co-owner of English Premier League's Aston Villa football club, achieving significant improvements in team performance and financial stability. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wes_Edens?utm_source=openai)) - Co-owner of Portuguese Primeira Liga team Vitória S.C., investing in the club's infrastructure and development. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wes_Edens?utm_source=openai)) - Co-founder of Cincoro Tequila, a premium tequila brand, alongside other NBA team owners. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wes_Edens?utm_source=openai))
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Whitecap Sports
Whitecap Sports Group specializes in sports mergers and acquisitions, focusing on representing buyers and sellers in sports ownership transactions. Their core business is aligning and advising investors on sports-related opportunities, with a primary emphasis on sports team ownership transactions across both major and minor league team sports, as well as emerging sports leagues and enterprises.
Whitecap Sports Group has been involved in several notable transactions, including: - **Northern Super League Expansion (2025):** Engaged by the Northern Super League (NSL), Canada's professional women's soccer league, to recruit and evaluate potential new ownership groups for the league's expansion in 2027. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/whitecap-sports-group?utm_source=openai)) - **AFC Toronto Ownership Recruitment (2025):** Collaborated with AFC Toronto to recruit a new ownership group, leveraging their expertise in women's sports. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/whitecap-sports-group?utm_source=openai)) - **Rugby Sevens League Franchise Management (2021):** Appointed as the exclusive franchise and investors management partner for the newly formed US Rugby Sevens League. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/whitecap-sports-group?utm_source=openai)) - **Formula 1 Investment Advisory (2024):** Advised McWhorter on strategic investments in the elite world of Formula 1 racing. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/whitecap-sports-group?utm_source=openai)) - **Women's Sports Division Launch (2025):** Launched a dedicated Women's Sports Division, led by Chelsee Washington, to focus on opportunities in women's sports. ([cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/whitecap-sports-group?utm_source=openai)) These engagements highlight Whitecap Sports Group's active role in facilitating ownership transitions and investments across various sports sectors.
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Wholesale Mortgage
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Wilf Family Foundations
Wilf family investment vehicles owning the Minnesota Vikings and European soccer stakes
Wilf family investment vehicles owning the Minnesota Vikings and European soccer stakes
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Will Ferrell
Individual LP stake in Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC, MLS)
LAFC individual LP stake
Will Smith
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Investment in SailGP ($550M+ valuation)
Will Ventures
Focus: Early-stage (Seed & Series A) investments in sports, health tech, human performance, and consumer tech. Focuses on scientific and tech-driven platforms that enhance recovery, biometric tracking, and athletic efficiency.
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William Blair
Global investment bank that closed its acquisition of sports investment bank Inner Circle Sports. Founded in 2002, Inner Circle Sports has advised on some of the industry's top team transactions, including Jose Feliciano's acquisition of the Padres, Luke Walton's minority stake in the Bulls, and the NWSL's expansion process. The firm will continue to operate separately within William Blair and is hiring to expand its current staff of 16 full-time employees.
Acquired Inner Circle Sports (founded 2002) — a boutique sports investment bank that advised on Jose Feliciano's acquisition of the Padres, Luke Walton's minority stake in the Bulls, and the NWSL's expansion process. Inner Circle will operate separately within William Blair and is expanding its 16-person team.
Acquisition of Inner Circle Sports — 2026
Wilmington Hammerheads
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Wilmington Pro Soccer
Wilmington Pro Soccer aims to establish a professional soccer team in Wilmington, North Carolina, by securing local support and investment.
As of February 2025, Wilmington Pro Soccer has been working to bring a professional soccer league to Wilmington, with plans to have a USL League One team by 2024. ([portcitydaily.com](https://portcitydaily.com/community-and-events/2025/02/03/usl-to-wilmington-still-trying-to-drum-up-local-support-for-pro-soccer-assessing-other-markets/?utm_source=openai))
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Wilton Rancheria Tribe
Wilton Rancheria's investment in sports aims to honor their ancestral lands and foster community development by reclaiming cultural heritage and promoting regional economic growth.
In November 2024, Wilton Rancheria acquired a majority stake in Sacramento Republic FC, a USL Championship soccer team, marking the first time a Native American tribe held majority ownership of a men's professional sports team.
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Winning Streak Sports
Winning Streak Sports specializes in the sales and marketing of vintage, retro-trend, and dynasty-style ultra-premium wool and felt banners, pennants, and related fandom merchandise. The company has established long-standing relationships with major sports organizations, including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, NFLPA, MLBPA, PGA, and various NCAA schools. Their products are available at leading retailers and on multiple global e-commerce platforms. ([prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/granite-bridge-partners-appoints-award-winning-sports-media-executive-chris-lencheski-ceo-of-winning-streak-sports-300841840.html?utm_source=openai))
Winning Streak Sports has secured licensing agreements with numerous professional sports leagues and organizations, including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, NFLPA, MLBPA, PGA, and various NCAA schools. Their products have been featured in movies, television shows, and have even been to space aboard a NASA-administered space program. ([prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/granite-bridge-partners-appoints-award-winning-sports-media-executive-chris-lencheski-ceo-of-winning-streak-sports-300841840.html?utm_source=openai))
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Wirtz Corporation
Family holding company owning the Chicago Blackhawks
Family holding company owning the Chicago Blackhawks
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Woods Oviatt Gilman
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP is a law firm specializing in providing legal services across various sectors, including corporate law, family law, real estate law, and litigation. They offer comprehensive legal counsel to a diverse clientele, encompassing corporations, financial institutions, family-owned businesses, private individuals, and educational and charitable organizations.
Mitchell S. Nusbaum, the Managing Partner of Woods Oviatt Gilman, has significant experience in sports law. He represents the owner of a National Football League franchise and has represented the purchaser in the acquisition of an English Premier League soccer club.
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Woody Johnson
Woody Johnson is a high-net-worth individual investor and owner of the New York Jets (NFL). His sports investment portfolio spans American football and Formula 1 motorsport.
New York Jets (NFL) — owner. Aston Martin Formula 1 Team — investor.
Aston Martin Formula 1 Team
World TeamTennis (WTT)
League ownership in professional team tennis. Primary ownership is held by billionaire ServiceNow founder Fred Luddy and investor/franchise-owner Eric Davidson, with venture capitalist Mark Ein, merchant bank LionTree Partners, and co-founder Billie Jean King holding legacy and minority stakes.
Mark Ein acquired the league in 2017 alongside venture partners and LionTree Partners' growth capital before handing majority control to Fred Luddy and Eric Davidson. Billie Jean King co-founded the league in 1973, sold her majority share in 2017, and retains a minority ownership stake.
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Worthing Football Club
Worthing Football Club focuses on community engagement and sustainable growth, aiming to develop a club that the town of Worthing can be proud of. The club emphasizes creating a welcoming environment for all, including youth, seniors, and individuals with disabilities, fostering inclusivity and local pride. ([worthingfc.com](https://worthingfc.com/commercial/commercial-opportunities/?utm_source=openai))
In August 2023, local businessman Ralph Gilbert invested in Worthing FC, acquiring a 10% shareholding and joining the board of directors. This investment was intended to support the club's growth plan, including transitioning to a full-time operation and upgrading the stadium. ([worthingfc.com](https://worthingfc.com/2023/08/club-secures-new-investment/?utm_source=openai))
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Ryan Reynolds
Co-owner of Wrexham AFC alongside Rob McElhenney. Acquired the club in 2021 with a community-first, storytelling-driven approach that has transformed the club's global profile and commercial reach.
Principal owner — Wrexham AFC (acquired 2021 with Rob McElhenney)
Wrexham AFC
Wyc Grousbeck
Venture capitalist and entrepreneur with a track record of long-hold sports franchise ownership; led the Boston Celtics from 2002 through its record $6.1B franchise sale in 2025.
Led the consortium (Boston Basketball Partners LLC, originally) that acquired the Boston Celtics in 2002 alongside Stephen Pagliuca, H. Irving Grousbeck (his father), and other co-owners. Boston Basketball Partners agreed to sell the franchise for a record $6.1B to an investor group led by Bill Chisholm; after completion, Chisholm became lead owner and governor while Grousbeck remains involved as minority co-owner, alternate governor, and executive officer.
CardVault by Tom Brady — strategic investor group (2026).
X Over Soccer
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Y Investments
Y Investments (YI) is a Charlotte-based sports investment firm founded by Katelynn Flaherty and Noah Yates. YI employs a flexible investment approach, targeting opportunities across teams, leagues, real estate, media, technology, and consumer brands.
Specific details about YI's past sports investments are not publicly disclosed.
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Y Investments (Blue Owl Capital)
Y Investments (YI) focuses on investing in the "middle-market" of sports, targeting teams, emerging leagues, stadiums, media platforms, service providers, and consumer brands. Their strategy leverages over 20 years of experience in the sports ecosystem, combining high-level collegiate sports participation with extensive deal review and networking to access capital and optimal investment opportunities.
YI has made 15 investments through Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) since its inception in 2023. The portfolio includes investments in teams, emerging leagues, stadiums, media platforms, service providers, and consumer brands. Specific details about these investments, such as team names, leagues, companies, deal types, and dates, are not publicly disclosed. ([yinvestmentsllc.com](https://www.yinvestmentsllc.com/?utm_source=openai))
The most recent publicly reported sports investment by YI is not specified in the available sources.
Yankee Global Enterprises
Steinbrenner family holding company owning the Yankees and AC Milan stake
Steinbrenner family holding company owning the Yankees and AC Milan stake
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Youngstown Phantoms- Phantom Fireworks
Phantom Fireworks, under the leadership of CEO Bruce J. Zoldan, has diversified its investments by co-owning the Youngstown Phantoms, a Tier I junior ice hockey team in the United States Hockey League (USHL). This strategic move aligns with their commitment to community engagement and the promotion of youth sports.
In 2018, Phantom Fireworks co-owned the Youngstown Phantoms alongside Troy and Aafke Loney. In July 2018, the Loneys sold their stake to Black Bear Sports Group, led by CEO Murry Gunty, while Bruce J. Zoldan retained his ownership. ([murrygunty.com](https://www.murrygunty.com/2018/07/murry-guntys-black-bear-sports-group-buys-into-youngstown-phantoms/?utm_source=openai))
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ZFO
Family office investing in women's sports.
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