Experienced team with a strong network
Exclusive access to sports organizations, technology partners, investors, and innovators worldwide.
DSTF 2
Invest in the winners of tomorrow
DSTF2
Dutch Sport Tech Fund 2 builds on the success of the first fund and focuses on the rapidly growing world of sports technology. Technology is changing how athletes perform, how fans engage, and how sports organizations evolve. DSTF2 invests in the companies enabling this change, with an expected annual return of 18%. Dutch Sport Tech Fund invests in innovative solutions that improve the way sport is played, experienced, and analyzed. It is the intersection where performance, data, digital media, and fan engagement come together, and where technology future-proofs the sports industry.
Sports technology focuses both on improving athletes and teams and on deepening the relationship between fans and sports organizations. It involves scalable, often software-driven innovations that are applicable worldwide and have a direct impact on health, performance, and experience.
Targeted investment strategy
Focus on companies with proven traction, scalability, and international growth potential.
Qualitative deal flow
The team reviews hundreds of sport tech propositions each year and selects only the most promising ventures.
Active value creation
From strategic advice to partnerships and international expansion — DSTF2 supports growth companies at every stage.
Over The Top (OTT) content
Traditional broadcasts are making way for streaming, direct-to-consumer models, and new digital experiences. AR, VR, and metaverse environments provide immersive fan engagement and new revenue models such as subscriptions, advertising, and digital goods. This shift offers clubs and athletes direct access to fans worldwide.
Data & Analytics
Advanced software that transforms vast amounts of sports and fan data into actionable insights. Applications range from scouting and match strategy to injury prevention and personalized fan experiences. With AI and predictive models, the “intelligence layer” of the sports industry emerges, essential for performance improvement and new commercial opportunities.
Fan engagement
The relationship between fans, athletes, and organizations is changing rapidly: fans are no longer just spectators, but are part of interactive ecosystems. Through platforms for loyalty, gamification, digital collectibles, and Web3 (fan tokens, blockchain memberships), new revenue models are being created. This strengthens the connection with the fan base, provides valuable data, and expands the international fanbase.
Human performance
Software and data solutions focused on athlete training, recovery, and well-being. Think of AI-driven performance analytics, digital coaching, injury prevention, and recovery management. These innovations are not only applied in elite sports, but are also making their way into fitness and health, leading to strong market growth.
Esports & Fantasy sports
Digital sports experiences are growing explosively through esports and fantasy leagues. Esports reaches millions of viewers worldwide and monetizes through sponsorships, media rights, and in-game purchases. Fantasy Sports actively engages fans with traditional sports, as virtual teams are linked to real-life performances. Both segments build large communities and generate recurring revenue.
Invest with us
Dutch Sport Tech Fund 2 (DSTF2) builds on the success of the first fund and focuses on the rapidly growing world of sports technology. Technology is changing how athletes perform, how fans engage, and how sports organizations evolve. DSTF2 invests in the companies that make this change possible, with an expected annual return of 18%.
DSTF
DSTF welcomes Richard Bruens as CEO
Press release
DSTF welcomes Richard Bruens as CEO
As of September 1, 2025, Richard Bruens has started as CEO of Dutch Sport Tech Fund.
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DSTF
State of Affairs and Outlook 2025
Update
State of affairs and outlook 2025
With the lessons from DSTF 1 in mind, DSTF 2 is being set up with an even sharper investment profile and a targeted exit strategy.
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Will you invest in the rapidly growing world of sports technology?
AFM
Dutch Sport Tech Fund is exempt from the obligation to apply for a license to manage the Fund. It is registered under the AIFMD registration regime pursuant to Article 2:66a, paragraphs 1 and 2 of the Wft.
This means that Dutch Sport Tech Fund is not subject to the conduct and prudential supervision of the AFM and the DNB.
However, Dutch Sport Tech Fund is required to report certain data to the AFM annually, such as information about the traded financial instruments, the risk positions, and the concentrations within the Fund.
Other features
Management fee
During the Investment Period, 2% p.a. on the aggregate Capital Commitments, thereafter 2% p.a. of Net Invested Capital.
Distributions
Return of capital to Class A Members, followed by a preferred return of 8% p.a., compounded annually before Taxes to Class A Members, return of capital to the Carried Interest Entity, 100% catch-up to the Carried Interest Entity and, thereafter, 80% to Members and 20% to the Carried Interest Entity.
Fund administrator
Fundbuddy B.V. (digital investor portal, reporting & secondary market access).
Time to market
Expected Initial Closing on 31 December 2026.
Governing law
Dutch law; registration with the AFM (light regime) pursuant to the AIFMD.
Governance
Investment Committee, Advisory Committee and General Members Meeting
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