The startup offers a free-to-play fantasy football application that enables users to engage in real-time gameplay by predicting athlete performances and match outcomes. This platform enhances the fan experience by providing monthly prizes, fostering competition and knowledge sharing among football enthusiasts.
Funding
$850K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional fantasy football platforms often lack real-time engagement and fail to adequately recognize the scouting skills of football enthusiasts. Existing platforms may not fully integrate performance predictions with live match outcomes, limiting the depth of the fan experience.
Solution
Bootbag is a real-time fantasy football application where users scout players from England's top divisions, including the WSL, and predict their performances to score points. The platform enhances the fan experience by allowing users to compete against each other, share their football knowledge, and win monthly prizes based on their scouting accuracy. By integrating live match data with player performance predictions, Bootbag offers a dynamic and engaging experience for football fans who want to test their scouting skills.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes football fans in the UK and globally who enjoy fantasy sports and have a passion for scouting emerging talent.
Features
- Real-time gameplay based on live match data and player performance
- Scouting from England's top four divisions and the WSL
- Monthly prizes awarded to top-performing scouts
- Mini-leagues for creating custom competitions with friends
- User profiles displaying scouting statistics and achievements
- Push notifications for match updates and competition results