SportsTG announces software link with Blue Star Sports
SportsTG is to join forces with US based Blue Star Sports, a fast growing provider of sports management software.
Founded in 2016 by Texas, USA-based based Rob Weschler, Blue Star Sports is backed by Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys, Providence Equity and GenStar Capital.
Aiming to revolutionise the management of grassroots sport, a goal shared by SportsTG, Weschler have recognised SportsTG as an innovative provider of digital solutions to grassroots sport in Australia.
This transaction marks a significant milestone for both companies. SportsTG has long held the ambition to become a truly global player and a world leader in grassroots sport technology. Joining forces with Blue Star Sports brings this ambition to fruition much faster than would have been possible as a stand-alone company.
SportsTG enables Blue Star Sports to expand their reach across all major global sports and brings its user base to more than 40 million worldwide. Our mobile technology and infrastructure also enhances and complements the robust software and technology products offered by Blue Star Sports.
Together, SportsTG and Blue Star Sports provides a full-service global offering that makes grassroots sports clubs a better experience for everyone involved – players, parents, coaches, teams, administrators of clubs, leagues, tournaments, governing bodies and associations from youth to professional level - all around the world.
Blue Star Sports founder and Chief Executive Rob Wechsler “over the past year, we’ve been focusing our efforts on building the best collection of sports technology companies in the youth sports ecosystem.
“SportsTG fits perfectly with that vision we’ve established here at Blue Star Sports.
With over 5.8 million people regularly access the SportsTG network, Chief Executive Glen McGoldrick expects this engagement to grow as new resources are made available through the partnership.
McGoldrick added “we’re excited to be combining forces with the world leader in grassroots sports technology.
“Blue Star Sports has shown an absolute willingness to revolutionise the industry and deliver our customers the best possible solution.”
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