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Underdog Sports
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Underdog Sports

Underdog Sports

Series B

Underdog Fantasy, founded in 2020, offers engaging fantasy football games with rewarding competitions.

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Plano, TX, US
Founded
2020
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Underdog Fantasy, founded on March 1, 2020, by Brandon Stakenborg in Brooklyn, New York, is a fantasy sports company focused on creating engaging and rewarding fantasy football games. The core mission of Underdog Fantasy is to provide an innovative platform for sports enthusiasts to draft football lineups and compete in a fun and interactive way. Their primary product is a fantasy football application that allows users to draft teams and participate in various competitions, with opportunities to earn rewards. The company targets the growing market of fantasy sports players who seek a more dynamic and user-friendly gaming experience.

Notable affiliated individuals include founder Brandon Stakenborg, who has been instrumental in shaping the company's vision. Underdog Fantasy has garnered significant attention from investors and the fantasy sports community, boasting a 4.8 rating on the app store with over 58,000 reviews. Key achievements include rapid user growth and substantial engagement, as evidenced by their popular Pick'em game, which allows users to win up to 100 times their stake by predicting player stats. Overall, Underdog Fantasy has made a notable impact on the fantasy sports industry by offering a fresh and rewarding approach to traditional fantasy football games.

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Underdog Sports - Quick Facts

Who are Underdog Sports' competitors?

Companies similar to Underdog Sports include Draft Dynasty, ThriveFantasy, Flex Fantasy and Payday Fantasy.

When was Underdog Sports founded?

Underdog Sports was founded in 2020.

Where is Underdog Sports' headquarters located?

Underdog Sports' headquarters is located in Plano, TX, US.

When was Underdog Sports' last funding round?

Underdog Sports' most recent funding round was for $35M (USD) in July 2022.

How much has Underdog Sports raised to-date?

As of Jul 26, 2022, Underdog Sports has raised a total of $45M (USD).

How many employees does Underdog Sports have?

Underdog Sports has 26 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Underdog Sports - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • Software
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Fantasy Sports
Tags
  • eSports
  • Fantasy Sports
NAICS
  • 713200Gambling Industries
  • 713290Other Gambling Industries
  • 710000Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
  • 713000Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
SIC
  • 7900Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7990Miscellaneous Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7999Amusement And Recreation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
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SIC
  • 7920Theatrical Producers (except Motion Picture), Bands, Orchestras
  • 7929Bands, Orchestras, Actors, And Other Entertainers And Entertainment