Sports Technology

A partnership between Gold Coast-based sports payment technology company, Clubfunders, and cashback shopping platform, PokitPal aims to make sports club memberships cheaper and more affordable.

The innovative and unique partnership is a Cash Back Membership Payment solution and represents a win-win opportunity where fans are financially empowered, and clubs receive continuous monetary support.

Under the agreement, cashback from PokitPal’s merchant partners will be automatically and seamlessly linked to their nominated club to reduce the upfront cost of a club membership and daily expenses.

Blake Lawrence, Chief Executive of Clubfunders, said the partnership with PokitPal will ease financial pressures on families, fans, and members while bolstering support for their favourite sports club.

Concerningly, Lawrence highlighted up to 80% of sports clubs forecast ongoing reductions in core revenue streams such as memberships, local sponsorships, and community fundraising.

Lawrence notes “In these challenging economic times with high interest rates and high inflation, consumers are cutting back on non-essential expenses, leading to a decline in professional sports club memberships.

“However, the Clubfunders-Pokitpal partnership offers much-needed relief from the ever-increasing costs of living. It enables parents and club members to save significantly when conducting regular shopping activities and allows them to continue to support their club.

“For example, if a merchant offers 5% cash back on a $200 purchase, that $10 will come off club membership and the benefits that it provides.”

Gary Cobain, Chief Executive of PokitPal enthused “we are delighted to work with Clubfunders, and for PokitPal to play a part in making sport more affordable for young Australians. Together, PokitPal and Clubfunders look forward to empowering individuals and clubs alike, fostering a future of seamless transactions and convenience.”

Clubfunders is a sports payments platform that enables users to convert their everyday transactions into revenue for sports.

PokitPal is one of Australia's leading cashback rewards and open banking platforms. PokitPal has redefined the way Australians engage with their finances, integrating cashback rewards into everyday transactions and pioneering open banking solutions.

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