CrewLAB, an innovative sports management platform, has successfully secured over $1.6 million in funding, exceeding its target by nearly 200%. This investment round was spearheaded by Scott Sandell, the esteemed Chairman and CEO of New Enterprise Associates, and saw contributions from several entities, including Manning Ventures and previous angel investors.
The platform is gaining rapid traction, serving over 6,000 athletes and coaches worldwide across various sports disciplines and levels. CrewLAB aims to transform average teams into high-performing units by providing a unified digital workspace for athletes and a suite of advanced tools for coaches.
Olympic silver medalist and Manning Ventures leader, Pat Manning, highlighted the significant potential for technology to enhance both performance and the overall sports experience. Similarly, three-time Olympic Champion Drew Ginn praised CrewLAB for addressing long-standing challenges in team sports, such as collaboration, performance optimization, and training outcomes.
CrewLAB’s impact is already visible, with partner teams reporting their best performances in a decade and achieving first-time national titles. Tom Sanford, the Head Rowing Coach at Marist College, noted the platform’s positive influence on coaching satisfaction, team dynamics, and cultural strength, enhancing engagement with athletes.
With the new funding, CrewLAB plans to expand its research and development efforts, making the platform accessible to any team member. Dominic Pardini, the founder and CEO of CrewLAB, expressed excitement about the future, emphasizing the upcoming product improvements and the addition of free features, driven by insights from a highly engaged user base and support from Olympian advisors and leading industry partners.
