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Changing AAU Basketball With Technology | Crystal McCrary

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Crystal McCrary

Leveraging tech to rebuild the youth sports ecosystem

Episode Description

Attorney, award winning filmmaker,  best selling author, and Co-Founder of GameUp Crystal McCrary joins the community to chat about building “The Amazon for Youth Basketball”. Crystal and her son, Orlando Magic Point Guard Cole Anthony, are building a marketplace that connects kids and their parents to the trainers, teams, and resources that fit their current skill level. That app has been in Beta but will be launching soon. We chat about the challenges of youth basketball, entrepreneurship, and where the future of Youth Sports is heading via technology.The views and opinions expressed in this video are solely those of the individuals featured and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of Athletes & Assets. We do not accept liability for any advice given in this video, and viewers are encouraged to seek professional guidance before making any business decisions. Additionally, the participation of athletes in this video does not imply endorsement or sponsorship by their respective employers.

Episode Breakdown

00:00 - Intro and Guest Welcome

00:36 - Cole Anthony’s Youth Basketball Experience

02:18 - GameUp App Overview

07:03 - Challenges in Youth Sports Today

15:26 - Players as Global Icons

16:17 - Marketplace Challenges for Teams and Players

17:17 - Fast Break Sports Expansion

20:06 - Tech Integration in Traditional Basketball

25:09 - Building Trust: Ratings and Data in Sports

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