About the Conference

Join us for the annual Sport United Conference that brings together stakeholders from across the sport management and esport sectors. This two-day event explores what it means to compete in a digital age. From the technologies reshaping performance to the wellness practices sustaining it, and the engagement strategies connecting fans, athletes, and organizations like never before.

With the redistribution of conferences, redefinition of amateurism, expansion and development of leagues, advancements in sport science, a renewed focus on wellness, and the accelerating influence of technology and AI, today's sport and esport managers are making decisions that will change the trajectory of these industries forever, This conference provides a unique opportunity for academics, students, industry professionals, athletes, and coaches to come together, share knowledge, and collaborate on advancing performance, wellness, and engagement across the sport and esport landscape.

Conference Details

Dates: February 18-19, 2027

Format: Virtual

Cost: Free and open to the public

Registration TBA!

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Conference Tracks

Sport Business Management

Explore the dynamic intersection between sports and business in a digital-first era. Topics include sports marketing, financial management, player contract negotiations, facility management, personnel management, and the impact of emerging technologies on the sport industry.

Esport

Dive into the rapidly evolving world of competitive gaming. Topics include market trends, game development, governance, sponsorship opportunities, event organization, and the role of media in shaping the future of gaming.

Coaching & Athlete Development

Focus on the science and art of nurturing athletic talent, and advancing performance and wellness, in both sport and esport sectors. Topics include strategies for effective coaching, techniques for enhancing performance, building teams, training technologies, and the impact of psychology.

Proposal Guidelines

We encourage presentations that involve participants and foster conversation. Primary research, case studies, and training sessions are all welcome.

• Oral Presentation: 25 minutes with 5 minutes for Q&A
• Panel: 50-minute session, minimum of 3 panelists.
• Poster: 25 minutes, interactive multimedia poster
• Training Session or Demi: 50 minute session demonstrating training, tools, research, or software

All submissions will be peer reviewed based on originality, clarity, relevance, and impact. Accepted presenters will received detailed participation guidelines upon acceptance.