Hackathon Summary
The Chiliz Sports Hackathon - Build For Passion recently concluded, showcasing a range of digital sports solutions. The event registered 20 projects involving 262 developers, reflecting significant engagement in creating decentralized applications (dApps) that enhance fan experiences. The hackathon focused on interactivity, engagement, and ownership within the digital sports space.
Projects in the hackathon drew inspiration from prior achievements on the Chiliz Chain, such as the Socios.com app. This platform integrates interactive rewards for fans and provides unique digital and physical memorabilia. Fan Tokens emerged as a central theme, emphasizing new standards in fan loyalty and interaction.
The hackathon took place from July 11th to July 13th, concluding with project submissions. Although specific winning projects were not disclosed, the event underscored the capacity of developers to generate impactful solutions for the sports and entertainment industries. The hackathon demonstrated the ongoing evolution of fan engagement platforms on the Chiliz Chain, with an aim to enrich the digital fan experience.
Hackathon Winners
fanWatch enhances sports viewing by linking on-chain wallet data with off-chain IDs for virtual fan rooms. It employs a pay-to-watch smart contract on the Chiliz testnet and plans to transition to a stake-to-watch model.
Corner Kick introduces a play-to-earn model within a Football Manager game on the CHZ platform. This project combines player training and competitive matches, offering a strategic environment for earning gameplay rewards.
NFTNetball integrates gaming with blockchain through idle gameplay, allowing staking player NFTs to earn ERC20 tokens. The in-game economy facilitates the acquisition of new players, promoting strategic growth and blockchain engagement.
To view all projects, visit the Chiliz Sports Hackathon.
About the Organizer
Chiliz
Chiliz is a key player in the technology and blockchain sector, focusing on Web3 solutions that connect fans and brands. Known for its role in the SportFi movement, Chiliz engages over two million sports and crypto enthusiasts. It is trusted by major sports organizations, including PSG, Manchester City, and Barcelona, highlighting its expertise and influence. Currently, Chiliz aims to advance the sports blockchain sector, providing platforms that enable users to develop new concepts and ideas. Further information can be accessed through their website and Twitter.