Champions Round

Champions Round was a fan engagement platform and fantasy sports startup founded in 2018 in Los Angeles, California.

The company focused on connecting live sports with Gen Z audiences through mobile apps that offered skill-based, short-form "micro fantasy sports" games. At its peak, Champions Round employed around 30 people and generated $6.3 million in revenue, raising a total of $10 million in funding. The mobile app featured various fantasy sports games, including Daily Dozen, Boost Ball, and Spicy Slips, allowing users to participate in free-to-play or paid-entry formats. It emphasized quick, event-based gameplay without long-term commitments. The platform included features like public and private leagues, cash prizes, and digital collectibles. Champions Round aimed to engage users aged 13-34 and had marketing partnerships with notable figures in sports.