# PlayerData

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/playerdata

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: Edinburgh, UK
- Website: https://playerdata.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $12M
- Latest round: Series A (May 27, 2026)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

PlayerData Limited is a UK-based technology firm specializing in GPS performance tracking for athletes, providing critical data that enhances training and competitive performance for sports teams globally.PlayerData Limited, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Edinburgh, UK, is focused on developing sports performance tracking solutions. The company has secured funding through 4 deals, with the latest round on April 7, 2021, raising USD 2.3 mn led by Hiro Capital. The firm has not undergone any significant pivots or changes in operations since its inception. CEO Roy Hotrabhvanon leads the company, which has raised a total of USD 2.3 mn to date.PlayerData specializes in advanced GPS sports performance tracking technology that primarily serves athletic teams and organizations. The company’s core offering includes lightweight GPS trackers, known as EDGE units, which are designed to provide real-time performance data on athletes during training and competitive events. These devices are integrated into stretchy, unisex sports vests, ensuring ease of use and mobility for the athletes. The data is sent to the cloud via 5G, cellular, or WiFi, providing instant access to analytical insights that assist coaches and players in optimizing training plans, monitoring player health, and reducing injury risks. PlayerData’s client base includes over 1,500 teams and more than 50,000 athletes across various sports, including soccer, football, lacrosse, rugby, and field hockey. The company markets its products globally, with a strong presence in regions such as North America and Europe, catering specifically to both youth and professional athletic programs.PlayerData generated revenue of USD 2,490.9 mn in the most recent year, 2019, with an EBITDA of USD -106,592.1 during the same period. The company generates income through a structured sales model that includes B2B partnerships, direct sales to athletic organizations, and subscription services for ongoing data access and analytics. In May 2026, PlayerData raised USD 12 million in series A funding co-led by new investors Pentland Ventures, Darco Ventures and Bolt Ventures, with participation from other new investors Tennis Australia and Thirty5 Ventures. The company will use the May 2026 funding to enhance and expand its range of performance tracking technologies.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, May 27, 2026, $12M — Bolt Ventures, Thirty5 Ventures, Pentland Ventures, Darco Ventures III LLC

## Investors

- Bolt Ventures — Series A
- Thirty5 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/thirty5-ventures) — Series A
- Pentland Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/pentland-ventures) — Series A
- Darco Ventures III LLC — Series A