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Powderhook app launches in Nebraska this week
Lincoln-based startup Powderhook is launching their Powderhook app in Nebraska this week. The app, which SPN covered last November, is designed to help outdoor enthusiasts spend more time outdoors. “There are few places to go to get the advice you need specifically for what you’re doing and where you are, except for the tackle shop,” said…
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GolfRz lets golf courses offer a world-class luxury app experience
GolfRz boosts efficiency, profitability, and member experience for private clubs and resorts. One of eight companies to emerge among Iowa Startup Accelerator’s latest round of graduates in November 2015, the goal of Des Moines-based GolfRz is to make it easier for private golf clubs to generate revenue by bolstering engagement among members and amenities. GolfRz CEO…
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My Online Camp plays “matchmaker” for kids and events with Ryzer
When Andy Priestley co-founded My Online Camp in 2006, he was motivated by the opportunity to combine his enthusiasm for sports and a love of technology. This year My Online Camp surpassed a total of 1 million registrations. Now Priestley is taking the Ames, Iowa, company to the next level with the launch of Ryzer…
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Hudl announces acquisition of Sportstec
Hudl announced on its web site that it is in the process of acquiring Sportstec, an Australia-based sports performance analysis company. Sportstec serves professional sports teams around the world, including China, Spain, Argentina and New Zealand. They also serve the Chicago Blackhawks and the New York Rangers, as well as 29 of the 30 teams in…
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Rams’ Ford Galvin uses data to create the ultimate fan experience
As with all fields in the 21st century, the sports industry has been rapidly reshaped by technology. Smart phone apps like AtBat or the ESPN SportsCenter app allow users to always be in the loop, while social media outlets give audiences an opportunity to be their own sportscasters. But how much further can the dynamic…
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Athlete Network wants to revolutionize how you hire employees
Although described as “LinkedIn for athletes,” Midwest startup Athlete Network actually serves two purposes: allowing athletes to expand both their athletic and professional connections. “Our network is for athletes pushing themselves to get better. Whether looking for somebody to train with, or [to] find a company that’s going to embrace your competitive spirit, that’s what…
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opendorse raises $1.75 million in Series A
With this investment, Keith Molzer, General Partner at Flyover Capital, has joined opendorse’s Board of Directors. Further financial terms of this deal have not been disclosed.
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Hudl announces $72.5M raise, led by Accel and Nelnet [Updated]
They previously raised a $3 million angel seed round in 2008.