- Sports has become a hot area for private investment, from private equity to venture capital.
- For the first year, Insider is looking to highlight the top VCs investing in the sports industry.
Private investors have flocked to sports in recent years, viewing it as a relatively stable corner of the shaky economy.
While private-equity firms have set their sights mainly on teams and leagues, looking to cash in on the rising costs of media rights and the growth of live events — early-stage investors are also pouring money into startups in areas like emerging sports, sports technology, sports betting, and more.
For the first year, Insider is looking to highlight the top venture capitalists investing in sports startups, from seed to the later stages.
Submit your nominations through this Google Form, or below, by September 8. Insider will determine the final list based on our reporting, recommendations from industry experts, and the reader submissions we vet.