Join us for a series of dynamic events aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration within the sports sector.
Through a journey of workshops, hackathons, and prototyping, we aim to activate sports tech innovation possibilities within the sector.
SPORT INNOVATION WORKSHOP | Thursday 16th May 2024
“What’s possible for the future of sports tech?”
You are invited to join us for a day of IDEAS, INSPIRATION and TEAM WORK as we unpack this question at the QUT Sport Innovation Workshop.
Hosted by QUT Sport, QSport, Cisco, and Innovation Central Brisbane, we are bringing together SSOs, government, corporate, big tech, and university students for a day to explore what matters to you in sports tech innovation.
We want to hear your ideas. What’s your opportunity? And what do you need to make sports tech innovation possible?
Facilitated by QUT innovation experts, the program will be action-packed and fun. Gather your team or come as an individual, and get set to be inspired.
A working lunch and refreshments will be provided.
SPORT INNOVATION HACKATHON | Friday 31st May 2024
“How might technology help sport accelerate innovation and revenue opportunities?”
That is the question we invite YOU to answer at the 2024 QUT Sport Innovation HACKATHON.
Hosted by QUT Sport, QSport, Cisco, and Innovation Central Brisbane, we are bringing together SSOs, government, corporate, big tech, and university students to tackle the 2024 QUT Sport Innovation challenge.
Gather your team or come as an individual, and join this one-day hackathon for your chance to win!
Winning teams will receive a ‘build package* to help them EXPLORE ideas, PITCH a solution, BUILD a digital prototype and SHOWCASE at an industry event.
Can’t make it all? No problem! Join for just the workshop, the hackathon, or both!
A working lunch and refreshments will be provided.
*Build package includes: a QUT student, a project budget to purchase materials through Innovation Central Brisbane, a profile story through QSport, weekly mentoring from industry and technology experts, and free attendance for five people at the industry showcase event.
SPORT INNOVATION PROTOBUILD | 5th June – 7th August 2024
Winning teams from the Sport Innovation Hackathon are invited to join the ten week Sport Innovation ProtoBuild Program!
Receive mentorship from design thinking experts and technical engineers to bring your digital prototype to life! Additional activities such as 3D modelling, printing and micro-controller workshops are on offer to enhance your prototyping capabilities.
Team meetings are a one-hour weekly commitment* in Innovation Central Brisbane or online.
*Meeting times are scheduled by Innovation Central Brisbane
SPORT INNOVATION PROTOBUILD SHOWCASE | 8th August 2024
Join us for the Sport Innovation Showcase, the culmination of months of hard work and innovation.
Witness the unveilling of the digital prototypes created by our talented teams, as the present their solutions to industry professionals. This event marks a significant milestone in advancing innovation within the sport sector, offering insights into the industry’s operations at state and national levels.
By attending, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the sport ecosystem, paving the way for more effective engagement, strategies, and sustainable growth within the industry.
Join us for an evening of innovation, networking, and celebration as we revolutionise the sport sector together.
