Groundbreakers Pitch Sessions
at GSIC Valencia Summit 2026
7–8 October
Pitch your solution to investors and sports industry decision-makers.
Deadline to apply: September 7, 2026
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Open to All: What is Groundbreakers Pitch Sessions
Groundbreakers Pitch Sessions is the startup showcase of GSIC Summit Valencia 2026. It's designed to connect emerging solutions with the sports organizations, investors and innovation leaders actively looking to implement them.
You don't need to be a GSIC member to apply — Groundbreakers is open to any startup or scaleup with a solution relevant to the sports industry.
What's in it for you?
Direct Visibility
Present in front of decision-makers, including international VCs, Angel Investors and potential buyers.
Real Business Potential
Jury members are investors and organizations evaluating solutions to implement or fund.
Qualified Feedback
Get input from people who understand the sports-tech market in a variety of markets.
How's it going to be?
3-minute pitch
2-minute
Q&A from the expert panel
Oct 8
Day 2 of GSIC Summit
10
Pitching Slots
Pitch in Front of:
Danny Cortenraede
Founder & Managing Partner
InStudio Ventures
Javier Megías
COO
Zubi Group
Joao Monteiro Fernandes
Investor, EMEA Fund
Plug and Play Tech Center
Niels Henrik Sørensen
National Olympics Committee Denmark
Timeline
Applications Open
Applications Close
Selected startups notified
Pitch Day
Success Story:
From Challenge to Collaboration
More than 50 startups had follow‑on engagements with Real Madrid Next, LALIGA, and Cricket Australia, showcasing how the program opens real pathways from innovation to collaboration with flagship organizations.
Applications close September 7, 2026
Apply now to be considered for one of the limited Groundbreakers Pitch Sessions slots at GSIC Summit Valencia 2026.
Questions? Email [email protected]