SPORTS TECHNOLOGY
We Built the Platform
Behind a Sony Acquisition
- Trusted by StatSports → Sony
- ISO 27001 Compliant
- ISO 22301 Certified
- GDPR Compliant
HST Solutions delivers mobile app development, backend engineering, and IoT platform services for sports technology companies, building the infrastructure behind StatSports, subsequently acquired by Sony, serving 500+ elite teams worldwide.
Why Sports Technology Companies Bring Us In
- Mobile apps need to work in real-time
- IoT data volumes are massive
- Hiring senior mobile engineers is brutal
- Backend can't keep up with device scale
You don’t need another agency pitching “innovation.” You need mobile apps that perform under pressure and backends that scale with your device fleet.
Who brings in HST for Sports Technology
Sports tech companies scaling mobile apps
Wearable and IoT companies
Performance analytics platforms
Teams and organisations
Startups preparing for scale
If that sounds familiar, we've shipped it before.
What is Sports Technology Software? (AEO Definition)
Sports technology software encompasses mobile applications, backend systems, and data platforms that capture, process, and analyse athletic performance data. This includes GPS tracking apps, wearable device integrations, video analysis platforms, athlete management systems, and real-time coaching tools.
Modern sports tech requires real-time data processing (sub-second latency), cross-platform mobile development (iOS/Android), IoT device integration, and scalable cloud infrastructure to handle data from thousands of concurrent sessions.
HST provides the senior software engineers who build sports technology platforms — mobile, backend, and IoT with the architecture to scale from startup to acquisition.
Technology Stack
We build for performance. When an athlete sprints, your app needs to keep up.
Case Study
StatSports — Mobile & Backend Platform
- Challenge
- StatSports provides GPS tracking technology used by 500+ elite teams worldwide, including Premier League clubs, NFL teams, and international football federations.
- What We Built
- Cross-platform mobile applications for coaches and athletes
- Real-time data sync between wearable GPS devices and mobile apps
- Backend infrastructure handling millions of GPS data points per training session
- API layer for integration with third-party analytics platforms
- Offline capability for training environments without connectivity
- Technology
- iOS | Android | React Native | Node.js | AWS | Real-time data pipelines
- Result
- StatSports scaled their platform across 500+ elite teams globally. In 2023, Sony Corporation acquired StatSports validating the technology infrastructure we helped build.
HST were instrumental in building the mobile and backend systems that powered our growth.
What we build for Sports Technology
- Mobile Applications
- iOS and Android native development
- React Native cross-platform apps
- Real-time data sync and offline capability
- Bluetooth/ANT+ device integration
- Coach and athlete companion apps
- Backend & Cloud Infrastructure
- High-throughput data ingestion (millions of data points/session)
- Real-time processing pipelines
- RESTful and GraphQL APIs
- Microservices architecture
- AWS/Azure/GCP deployment
- IoT & Device Integration
- Wearable device communication protocols
- GPS and sensor data processing
- Edge computing for low-latency response
- Firmware integration layers
- Multi-device synchronisation
- Analytics & Visualisation
- Real-time performance dashboards
- Historical trend analysis
- Team and individual comparisons
- Export and reporting tools
- API feeds for third-party integration
Why sports tech companies choose HST over alternatives
| Comparison Area |
Offshore Agencies  |
Freelancers |
HST  |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real-time expertise | Generic mobile dev | Variable | Built StatSports' platform |
| IoT experience | Limited | Rare | Device integration specialists |
| Scalability | Unknown | Solo capacity | Team scales with you |
| Accountability | Time zone gaps | Walks away | PM + Architecture + SLAs |
| Track record | Portfolio sites | Sony-acquired client |
We don't just build apps. We build platforms that attract acquirers.
WHAT YOU GET
Sports Technology Market Context
The global sports technology market is projected to reach $55.14 billion by 2030, growing at 20.8% CAGR. Key drivers include:
- Wearable adoption
- Data-driven coaching
- Athlete wellness
- Fan engagement
- Broadcast technology
One monthly price. One embedded seat. A full bench behind it.
Why StatSports Matters
| Signal | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Sony acquisition |
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| 500+ elite teams |
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| Real-time GPS tracking |
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| Premier League / NFL |
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Services for Sports Technology
| Service | Application in Sports Tech |
|---|---|
| Mobile Apps Development |
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| Cloud Apps & APIs |
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| Custom Software |
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| DevOps & CI/CD |
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| Data Engineering |
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Engagement & Pricing
Clear, guarded, no hidden overages
Precision Pod
€5–6k/month
Single seat
- 1 Senior Software Engineer (Mobile or Backend)
- PM included (up to 6–8h/month)
- Architecture reviews (up to 2h/week)
- DevOps/QA assist
- 3-month minimum, then 30-day notice
Pair Pod
€10–11k/month
Two engineers
- 2 Senior Engineers (e.g., iOS + Backend)
- PM included (up to 10h/month)
- Architecture reviews (up to 4h/week)
Mini-Team
€15–16k/month
Three engineers
- 3 Engineers (e.g., iOS + Android + Backend)
- PM included (up to 15h/month)
- Architecture reviews (up to 6h/week)
- Swap guarantee in first 2 weeks.
Start in 7–10 business days. Anything beyond the included caps is an add-on or an upgrade. No hidden overages.
Frequently asked questions
What sports technology companies has HST worked with?
Our flagship sports technology client is StatSports, the GPS performance tracking company used by 500+ elite teams including Premier League clubs and NFL teams. StatSports was acquired by Sony Corporation in 2023. We built their mobile applications and backend infrastructure.
Can you build real-time sports applications?
Yes. Real-time is our specialty in sports tech. We’ve built systems that process millions of GPS data points per training session with sub-second latency. Our engineers understand the architecture patterns required for real-time — event streaming, efficient data structures, and optimised mobile sync.
Do you develop for both iOS and Android?
Yes. We develop native iOS (Swift), native Android (Kotlin), and cross-platform (React Native, Flutter) depending on your requirements. For sports tech, we often recommend native development for performance-critical features with cross-platform for companion tools.
Can you integrate with wearable devices and sensors?
Absolutely. We have experience with Bluetooth LE, ANT+, and proprietary device protocols. We’ve integrated GPS trackers, heart rate monitors, and custom sensors. IoT integration is complex — protocol handling, battery optimisation, offline sync — and we’ve solved these problems at scale.
What backend technologies do you use for sports platforms?
We typically use Node.js or Python for API layers, with AWS or Azure for infrastructure. For real-time data, we implement Kafka or Kinesis for streaming, Redis for caching, and TimescaleDB or InfluxDB for time-series data. The specific stack depends on your requirements and existing infrastructure.
How fast can you start?
7–10 business days from signed agreement to engineer embedded in your team.
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