Courtside Ventures

2014

Founded

86

Investments

United States

Offices

Venture Fund

Investor Type

About

Courtside Ventures is a leading early-stage venture capital firm specializing in sports, lifestyle, and gaming sectors. The firm partners with innovative founders who are redefining these industries, focusing on areas with significant growth potential where the next generation of consumers are expected to invest more time and resources.

Their portfolio companies have collectively raised over $1.5 billion, with nine achieving successful exits through acquisitions or IPOs. Notable investments include The Athletic, Drone Racing League, Hammerhead, StockX, Future, Gainful, 100 Thieves, Winzo, Draftea, Jackpot, and Smile ID. The firm also has a global presence, with 20% of its active investments based outside the United States.

Portfolio Companies

The Athletic, Drone Racing League, Hammerhead, StockX, Future, Gainful, 100 Thieves, Winzo, Draftea, Jackpot

Gepgraphic Focus

United States, International

Key Differentiators

Focus on early-stage investments, Specialization in sports, lifestyle, and gaming sectors, Global investment approach with 20% of active investments outside the US

Thypical Investment Size

Not specified

Total Funds Raised

$200M+

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Robotics

Consumer

Consumer Electronics

E-Commerce

Creator Economy

FinTech

New York

Seed

Series A

Series B

United States