the draft

The Ultimate Startup competition for Sports Tech, Health & Wellness innovators

2026 edition applications opening soon

Competition

partners

Where innovation

meets opportunity

Applications for The Draft 2026 will open soon. This is the moment for rising sports innovators to put their vision on the global stage: pitching to top investors, major media, and a community of more than 1,000 industry power players.

Eligible startups must have raised under $5M.

We’re seeking category-defining companies pushing the boundaries of sports innovation across data, AI, performance tech, health and wellness, sustainability, fan engagement, and beyond.

200+

Startups Applying

Startups Applying

50

Selected Startups

Selected Startups

10

Finalists

Finalists

The Draft

process

Application Open

Over 200 startups apply to compete

Deadline for application submissions

Top 50 Selection

Our expert jury shortlists the most promising ventures

Finalists announced

The 10 best startups are invited to pitch live

Winner Announcement

The future of SportTech unfolds at [SGN]

FEB 1ST

MARCH 15TH

APRIL 15TH

MAY 1ST

MAY 28TH

Empower your

startup at SGN

Get your own booth on our startup zone

starting at €5,000

What you will get :

What you will get :

Visibility package including

Official Sponsor status & materials
Logo on SGN website
Name on SGN floor plan
Onsite sponsor wall

Startup booth with your branding

3 Startup tickets