Sharp Alpha
@SharpAdvisors
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Investment firm specializing in sports, gaming, and entertainment.
Joined September 2019
Our Feb 2020 white paper made the case for prediction markets and exchange wagering. We could not have imagined at the time how quickly the CFTC's posture would adjust, but we did share a few observations that, in hindsight, seem to have held up well. https://t.co/VncS12ueqq
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We are happy to announce a strategic source of non-dilutive growth capital that aligns with the needs of profitable businesses reinvesting aggressively in customer acquisition. https://t.co/hRphVCk5zn
frontofficesports.com
The venture firm that backed SlamBall has $150 million to invest in consumer-facing companies over the next 24 months.
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A bit delayed on the announcement but we are happy to be supporting @Courtyard_io as they grow from the #1 discovery app for trading cards into the leading platform for exploring the world of collectibles.
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Sharp Alpha launches a $150M user acquisition fund for games.
gamesbeat.com
Sharp Alpha has raised $150 million in non-dilutive capital to fund user acquisition for sports, gaming and entertainment companies.
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@joerogan’s latest podcast with pool champion Fedor Gorst covered the future of cue sports, discussing Poolhouse (44:55) and shouting out @SharpAdvisors (46:03).
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Johnny Manziel Kicks Off Season Two of ‘Glory Daze’ Podcast with Almost Friday Media and Fanatics Sportsbook
thesource.com
Johnny Manziel Kicks Off Season Two of 'Glory Daze' Podcast with Almost Friday Media and Fanatics Sportsbook
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Ballers Launches Social Sports Club Concept https://t.co/BjzM29NBqO
athletechnews.com
Ballers launches in Philly next month with ambitions to build 50+ clubs blending racquet sports, recovery spaces and elevated dining.
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Andre Agassi, Sloane Stephens And Other Athletes Invest In Ballers via @forbes
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Social Sports Venue Ballers Raised $20M Series A
sportsbusinessjournal.com
The funding round was led by Sharp Alpha and RHC Group, with participation from other big-name investors.
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Tennis legend Andre Agassi and NBA star Tyrese Maxey are part of a new venture betting on the rise of racquet sports. Social sports venue ‘Baller’ will open in Philadelphia and feature pickleball, padel, and squash courts, plus golf sims and a putting green. By @BenHorney ⬇️
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Agassi, Blitzer Join $20M VC Round for Racket Sports-Themed Club https://t.co/w2hkZ3qyYn via @sportico @bpcoffey
sportico.com
Padel and pickleball-focused social club Ballers has raised $20 million from investors including Andre Agassi and Kim Clijsters. Sportico has details.
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Agassi, Blitzer Join $20M VC Round for Racket Sports-Themed Club
sportico.com
Padel and pickleball-focused social club Ballers has raised $20 million from investors including Andre Agassi and Kim Clijsters. Sportico has details.
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It's not just about pickleball. With racket sports on the rise and people craving social interaction, Ballers aims to blend competition with culture.
fastcompany.com
It's not just about pickleball. With racket sports on the rise and people craving social interaction, Ballers blends competition with culture
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We have been seeing an influx of innovation in the collectibles space around collateralization and fractionalization. Recently, we noticed accelerated adoption of a mechanic we call 'Mystery Box + Buyback Feature = Slot Machine'. Full article: https://t.co/I8rcZWlHYH
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Poolhouse raises $34M for gamified pool from the creators of Topgolf https://t.co/2Pn8FAQF3i via @GamesBeat
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VentureBeat: Poolhouse raises $34M for gamified pool from the creators of Topgolf https://t.co/l9z3w6VEwV
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The Guardian: Topgolf founders raise $34m to turn pool hi-tech as activity bars boom https://t.co/miIit4RZCh
theguardian.com
Steve and Dave Jolliffe plan to open first Poolhouse in London next year
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