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Stack Sports Surges Forward: Doubles in Size and Reaches 50 Million Users Globally in 2023

DALLAS, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Stack Sports, the largest provider of sports management solutions, camps, recruiting, and elite player development software, proudly reflects on a year of unprecedented growth and success in 2023. Building upon its commitment to grow participation and transform the sports experience, Stack Sports has doubled in size over the past three years, now serving over 50 million users worldwide.

Stack Sports' commitment to innovation and excellence has garnered attention and acclaim from industry leaders and media outlets like the Aspen Institute and The Atlantic which called Stack Sports "the premier software provider and event operator in baseball." According to Tom Ferry, Executive Director of the Sports & Society Program at the Aspen Institute, "Their [Stack Sports] passion for enhancing the sports experience and commitment to increasing participation aligns perfectly with our mission. By working together, we can create meaningful change and help ensure every child has the opportunity to reap the benefits of sports."

Throughout 2023, Stack Sports continued to strengthen its position as a global leader in sports technology, forging strategic partnerships with over 10 new Governing Bodies and multiple long-term renewals with New Jersey Youth Soccer, Iowa Soccer, USA Wrestling, English Ice Hockey Association, Cricket Hong Kong, Kevin Garnett's Big Ticket Sports, Panini, and Gatorade just to name a few. In addition to Partner growth, Stack Sports has also released a suite of new products including Stack Tourney, Stack Streaming, AI-driven analytics tools, ship-to-home uniform technology, and Stack Coach. This is in addition to the over 200 features and improvements to the existing products serving sports organizations.

The remarkable momentum achieved by Stack Sports in 2023 puts an exclamation point on a year dedicated to serving sports organizations and families across its 4 pillars.

:: 1. Grassroots Engagement - Highlighted by another year on the Franchise 500 list and being named #1 in their category again the Skyhawks serve over 250,000 families a year through camps nationally and have given away nearly 1000 hours at camps this year alone through the Skyhawks RISE program.

"At USA Field Hockey, we are committed to expanding the reach of Field Hockey which boasts over 2 billion fans worldwide. We recognize Stack Sports as a leader in growing participation for sports organizations, and their dedication to nurturing youth sports aligns perfectly with our mission. We chose Skyhawks as one of our partners due to their unwavering commitment to providing a fun and safe experience for kids, making them the ideal collaborator to introduce field hockey to the next generation of players," said Simon Hoskins, Executive Director at USA Field Hockey.

:: 2. Participation Growth - The highest-rated and most used youth sports platform in the United States is Sports Connect again in 2023 and continues to focus on creating a great experience for organizations while providing the best support in the industry for the families playing sports.

"Little League has always valued our long-standing partnership with Stack Sports and Sports Connect as our Official League Technology Provider," said Liz DiLullo Brown, Little League EVP | Chief Marketing and Business Relationship Officer. "Our volunteers and local leagues rely on their innovative technology, dependable support, and administrative solutions to operate their Little League programs efficiently, keeping the focus on creating the best experience for athletes, families, and their community."

:: 3. Recruiting Pathways - Stack Sports is dedicated to advancing athlete recruitment through its leading brands Elite 11, Area Code Baseball, and CaptainU. The Elite 11 is renowned as the sole event in the nation catering to elite athletes, preparing them for the next level. Notably, in 2023, a new cohort of its 2019 graduates entered the first round of the NFL Draft, including standouts Bryce Young and CJ Stroud. With over 30 first-round draft picks and more than 15 Heisman Trophy winners among its alumni, E11 stands as a pinnacle of athletic development. Area Code Baseball, in partnership with MLB, facilitates pathways for aspiring baseball players, with over 500 athletes drafted to the MLB. Meanwhile, CaptainU extends its services to millions of athletes aspiring to play in college and beyond, nurturing their dreams. These three platforms collectively offer invaluable opportunities for athletes to pursue collegiate and professional sports careers.

From the E11 Podcast, Episode 4. About the E11 2019 class with Bryce Young and CJ Stroud: "In Dallas Texas when they were at the Elite 11 finals and I think of that first night we took all the players outside and we had a moment where we said all right like we are going to allow you to just tap back into that childlike wonderment around the game. You had Bryce (Young) the biggest recruit in the world committed I think to SC at the time you had CJ (Stroud) under recruited he really became known much like Sam Darnold and other players through the Elite 11 process but you watch them tap back tap back into the joy of playing because of all the things around them started to get bigger and bigger and bigger." -- Yogi Roth, Host of THE IT FACTORY on the Pac-12 Network, Co-author of the New York Times best-seller "Win Forever with Pete Carroll," and most recently Author of "5 Star QB."

:: 4. Elite Player Development - Culminating in the Texas Rangers winning the World Series title, FC Bayern München winning the German Championship, and the Baltimore Ravens reaching the AFC Championship GamePlan boasts some of the winningest organizations across all sports in the last 10 years. It's no doubt that teams win more with GamePlan.

Ryan Murray, Senior Director of Baseball Research & Development for the Texas Rangers, emphasized the importance of such tools: "Triumph in the realm of sports demands a forward-thinking approach, and leveraging tools like GamePlan is instrumental in achieving that success. In today's highly competitive sports landscape, evolution is the name of the game. The seamless technology and dedicated support we receive from the Stack Sports team are instrumental in our ability to compete at the highest level."

"We are thrilled to celebrate the remarkable growth and achievements of Stack Sports partners in 2023," said Jeff Young, CEO at Stack Sports. "As we continue to expand our reach and capabilities, our focus remains on empowering our partners and users to achieve their goals, whether it's increasing participation, improving player development, or enhancing the overall sports experience."

As Stack Sports looks ahead to the future, the company remains committed to driving positive change and innovation in the sports industry. Through continued collaboration, technological advancement, and a steadfast dedication to its mission, Stack Sports is poised to further empower athletes, coaches, and organizations, enabling them to reach new heights of success and fulfillment.

For more information about Stack Sports and its range of sports management solutions, visit https://stacksports.com/.

About Stack Sports:

With over 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations.

Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars - Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development.

To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/.

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Stack Sports, the largest provider of sports management solutions, camps, recruiting, and elite player development software, proudly reflects on a year of unprecedented growth and success in 2023. Building upon its commitment to grow participation and transform the sports experience, Stack Sports has doubled in size over the past three years, now serving over 50 million users worldwide.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/

Leading Technology GamePlan, powered by Stack Sports, Empowers Texas Rangers to Their First World Series Championship

PLANO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- The Texas Rangers, an iconic Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, TX, have secured their first World Series Championship. Behind the scenes, the Texas Rangers employed GamePlan, a cutting-edge mobile game preparation tool, to navigate their journey to clinch the championship.

As Game 5 unfolded, it was evident that the Texas Rangers were operating with technology that could only enhance their performance abilities. With a commanding 5-0 victory over the opposing team, the Rangers claimed the series with a 4-1 win. Their remarkable journey was marked by standout performances, including a stunning three home runs in 5 games by Corey Seager, which led to his well-deserved title of the series MVP.

Corey Seager, after a triumphant win, said, "Everybody was wondering what would happen if the Rangers didn't win the World Series. I guess we'll never know."

In addition to their physical prowess on the field, the Texas Rangers harnessed the power of technology to prepare for their games. In today's sports landscape, mobile apps like GamePlan have become indispensable tools for professional and top-tier college teams, with their popularity continually on the rise.

Ryan Murray, Senior Director of Baseball Research & Development for the Texas Rangers, emphasized the importance of such tools: "Triumph in the realm of sports demands a forward-thinking approach, and leveraging tools like GamePlan is instrumental in achieving that success. In today's highly competitive sports landscape, evolution is the name of the game. The seamless technology and dedicated support we receive from the Stack Sports team are instrumental in our ability to compete at the highest level."

Notably, Stack Sports, the provider of GamePlan, will be present at the MLB Winter Meetings in Nashville, TN this week, showcasing their innovative solutions that empower teams to excel both on and off the field.

GamePlan is accessible to teams at all levels, from elite high school sports to the professional ranks, and offers a range of essential features:

* Mobile Distribution: Effortless mobile video distribution for online or offline viewing.

* Side-by-Side Video/Document: Dynamic pairing of videos or video/document combinations side by side with robust features.

* Video to Doc Embed: Attach video to documents to create a powerful and interactive film study experience.

* Go Contactless: Synchronize with your calendar and instantly distribute scouting reports, playbooks, travel itineraries, and more.

* Team Messaging: Built-in direct messaging to individual players or groups, document attachments, access to chat history, and more.

* Survey: Share surveys, quizzes, and flashcards to gain valuable insight and facilitate continuous growth.

* Video Telestration & Analysis: Write, draw, comment, and speak over video clips to streamline player development through advanced video analysis.

* Reporting: Monitor athlete engagement and track content usage effectively.

GamePlan is the ultimate solution for game preparation. For further information about GamePlan or Stack Sports, please visit https://gameplan.stacksports.com/ or https://stacksports.com/.

About Stack Sports:

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations.

Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars - Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/.

The Texas Rangers, an iconic Major League Baseball team based in Arlington, TX, have secured their first World Series Championship. Behind the scenes, the Texas Rangers employed GamePlan, a cutting-edge mobile game preparation tool, to navigate their journey to clinch the championship.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/

Game Prep Technology GamePlan powered by Stack Sports helps lift the Los Angeles Rams to first Super Bowl win since 1999

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- A National Football League team based in Los Angeles, California recently won the 2021 Super Bowl LVI. While everyone watched them play, what they didn't see was their preparation using GamePlan - a mobile game preparation tool from Stack Sports - to win the championship.

Anyone watching the game could see that both teams, the Bengals who have never won a super bowl, and the Rams pushing for just their second Lombardi trophy since 1999, were fighting for this Championship. Each team was competing at their highest level to secure the win, but the LA Rams had something that the Bengals didn't.

In addition to an outstanding physical performance by a superior team, what you don't often see or hear about in the press or on television is how teams like the LA Rams prepare behind the scenes.

"It just comes down to this team, how we've prepared, the way we've loved each other, trusted each other," Cooper Kupp said about his MVP Super Bowl win. In this era of heightened technology, mobile apps like GamePlan are an extremely common tool among the majority of pro and top tier college teams and their popularity grows more every year.

"It's great to see the success of so many of our Partners this year including the Super Bowl Champion LA Rams," said Brandon Shangraw, VP of Marketing and Innovation at Stack Sports. "With continued innovation in our products and world-class support we expect to see our Partners continue to have success at the highest levels for years to come."

GamePlan is available to all levels of play from elite high school sports to the professional ranks and includes a number of key features:

* Mobile Distribution - seamless mobile video distribution for online or offline viewing

* Side-by-Side Video/Document - dynamically pair videos or a video/document combo side by side with our robust feature

* Video to Doc Embed - attach video to documents to create a powerful and interactive film study experience

* Go Contactless - Sync up with your calendar and instantly distribute scouting reports, playbooks, travel itineraries, and more

* Team Messaging - Built-in direct messaging to individual players or groups, attach documents to messages, access chat history, and more

* Survey - Share surveys, quizzes, and flashcards to gain valuable insight and continue growing

* Video Telestration & Analysis - Write, draw, comment, and speak over video clips to streamline player development through advanced video analysis

* Reporting - Keep track of usage by athletes and monitor who is engaging regularly with your content

GamePlan is Game Prep Made Easy. For more information on GamePlan or Stack Sports, please visit https://gameplan.stacksports.com/ or https://stacksports.com/.

About Stack Sports

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on four key pillars - Grassroots Engagement, Participation Growth, Recruiting Pathways, and Elite Player Development.

To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://www.stacksports.com/.

A National Football League team based in Los Angeles, California recently won the 2021 Super Bowl LVI. While everyone watched them play, what they didn't see was their preparation using GamePlan - a mobile game preparation tool from Stack Sports - to win the championship.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/

Leading Technology GamePlan powered by Stack Sports helps lift the Atlanta Braves to first world series championship since 1995

PLANO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Atlanta Braves - an American Major League Baseball team based in Atlanta, GA - recently won the 2021 World Series Championship. While everyone watched them play each game, what they didn't see was their preparation for each game using GamePlan - a mobile game preparation tool - to win the championship.

It was clear going into Game 6 that the Atlanta Braves were just playing on a different level. After the Braves shut out the Houston Astros 7-0 to take the series, 4-2, it wasn't just a feeling, it was a fact.

This historic run was led by heroic efforts like the 3 run homerun from Jorge Soler that soared over the train tracks in left field. Soler's home run was his third of the series and led to him being named the MVP of the series.

"I felt like he had thrown me every pitch that he had in his arsenal so I just kept fouling them off," said Jorge Soler about his at bat. "I eventually got into that 3-2 count and he hung the slider and I was able to drive it." (*Reporting by Rory Carroll in Los Angeles Editing by Peter Rutherford.)

In addition to an outstanding physical performance by a superior team, what you don't often see or hear about in the press or on television is how teams like the Braves prepare behind-the-scenes. In this era of heightened technology, mobile apps like GamePlan are an extremely common tool among the majority of pro and top tier college teams and their popularity grows more every year.

"Most successful teams in any sport, you know, the ones making deep playoff runs and winning championships, are taking advantage of tools like GamePlan. In this hyper-competitive sports society, you either evolve or you get left behind," said Rob Smith, Manager, Baseball Video Operations for the Atlanta Braves. "The seamless technology and level of support we get from the team at Stack Sports is crucial to our success and what helps us compete at the highest level."

GamePlan is available to all levels of play from elite high school sports to the professional ranks and includes a number of key features:

* Mobile Distribution - seamless mobile video distribution for online or offline viewing

* Side-by-Side Video/Document - dynamically pair videos or a video/document combo side by side with our robust feature

* Video to Doc Embed - attach video to documents to create a powerful and interactive film study experience

* Go Contactless - Sync up with your calendar and instantly distribute scouting reports, playbooks, travel itineraries, and more

* Team Messaging - Built-in direct messaging to individual players or groups, attach documents to messages, access chat history, and more

* Survey - Share surveys, quizzes, and flashcards to gain valuable insight and continue growing

* Video Telestration & Analysis - Write, draw, comment and speak over video clips to streamline player development through advanced video analysis

* Reporting - Keep track of usage by athletes and monitor who is engaging regularly with your content

GamePlan is Game Prep Made Easy. For more information on GamePlan or Stack Sports, please visit https://gameplan.stacksports.com/ or https://stacksports.com/.

About Stack Sports

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on three key pillars -- Play, Improve, and Engage.

To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit https://stacksports.com/ .

Atlanta Braves - an American Major League Baseball team based in Atlanta, GA - recently won the 2021 World Series Championship. While everyone watched them play each game, what they didn't see was their preparation for each game using GamePlan - a mobile game preparation tool - to win the championship.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/

Baseball Leading Technology, GamePlan, Continues to Roll – Is GamePlan the next Sports Tech Unicorn?

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- On the heels of a series of successful launches and new deals at last year's MLB Winter Meetings, GamePlan continues its dominance as the most helpful tool for baseball clubs at every level. GamePlan, powered by Stack Sports, the largest and fastest-growing global provider of sports technology, replaces paper playbooks and computer film studies with the latest in mobile technology.

Today, GamePlan serves over 80% of MLB teams, 10 of which they've helped win the World Series. In addition, GamePlan has helped fuel 3 NFL Conference Championships, 1 Super Bowl Champion, 1 NBA Champion, 1 Stanley Cup Champion, and 3 NCAA Champions.

"GamePlan enables our staff to be efficient creating & sharing materials across the organization. Especially in today's environment, GamePlan allowed us to not miss a beat, while staying connected," said Brian Jones, Video Coordinator, Colorado Rockies.

GamePlan is available to all levels of play from elite high school sports to the professional ranks and includes a number of key features:

* Mobile Distribution - seamless mobile video distribution for online or offline viewing

* Side-by-Side Video/Document - dynamically pair videos or a video/document combo side by side with our robust feature

* Video to Doc Embed - attach video to documents to create a powerful and interactive film study experience

* Go Contactless - Sync up with your calendar and instantly distribute scouting reports, playbooks, travel itineraries, and more

* Team Messaging - Built-in direct messaging to individual players or groups, attach documents to messages, access chat history, and more

* Survey - Share surveys, quizzes, and flashcards to gain valuable insight and continue growing

* Video Telestration & Analysis - Write, draw, comment and speak over video clips to streamline player development through advanced video analysis

* Reporting - Keep track of usage by athletes and monitor who is engaging regularly with your content

GamePlan has recently teamed up with BATS, the original baseball video coaching software used by over 200 MLB, Minor League and NCAA teams. Teams that already use BATS to capture great video and tag crucial data can now integrate with GamePlan's mobile system to:

* Seamlessly, share BATS footage and data with their teams

* Manage player development anywhere, anytime

* Scout opposing teams on the go with ease

* Train, develop and retain just like the pros!

"We are happy to bring together two incredibly strong technology platforms and to continue to lead the sports industry with our innovative offerings for our valued partners and customers," said Jeff Brunsberg, Chief Revenue & Strategy Officer, Stack Sports. "Stack Sports' customers can expect continued innovation and investment into their technology experience combined with the great service and support they have come to expect from us."

GamePlan is Game Prep Made Easy. For more information on GamePlan or Stack Sports, please visit https://gameplan.stacksports.com/ or https://stacksports.com/ .

About Stack Sports

With nearly 50 million users in 35 countries, Stack Sports is a global technology leader in SaaS platform offerings for the sports industry. The company provides world-class software and services to support national governing bodies, youth sports associations, leagues, clubs, parents, coaches, and athletes. Some of the largest and most prominent sports organizations including the U.S. Soccer Federation, Little League Baseball and Softball, and Pop Warner Little Scholars rely on Stack Sports technology to run and manage their organizations. Stack Sports is headquartered in Dallas and is leading the industry one team at a time focusing on three key pillars -- Play, Improve, and Engage. To learn more about how Stack Sports is transforming the sports experience, please visit www.stacksports.com.

About BATS

BATS, the original baseball video coaching software used by over 200 teams across the MLB, Minor League Baseball, NCAA, and more, is owned and operated by Sydex Sports.

On the heels of a series of successful launches and new deals at last year's MLB Winter Meetings, GamePlan continues its dominance as the most helpful tool for baseball clubs at every level. GamePlan, powered by Stack Sports, the largest and fastest-growing global provider of sports technology, replaces paper playbooks and computer film studies with the latest in mobile technology.

Related link: https://stacksports.com/