Future Icons: It's YOUR Time!

May 10, 2023

Welcome back to The Sports Road! Today we have a VERY special edition…

Why do we love sports? Well, because sometimes it’s more than a game. Whether it’s the rush of adrenaline that we feel during a big match, or the low-lows after a big loss, there really isn’t anything like it. Seeing real-life legends born, we’ve all had thoughts about what it would be like to participate.

With SportsIcon’s Future Icons program, that could all be possible… It’s time for YOU to share in the success of the sport-world's future superstars!

Here's what we got for ya today:

  • What is Future Icons?

  • How Does it Work?

  • A VERY Big Announcement

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Let's get into it!

What is Future Icons?

Pretty intense intro, we know 😅

But really, now more than ever, gaining recognition as an athlete at the elite level is near impossible.

In the current landscape of world sport, we see far too many talented athletes put their dreams aside because they either don’t have the resources to carry on, or are simply unlucky.

To put things into perspective, to make it in the F1, Tennis or even the Olympics can now cost more than six-figures… Mental!

Well, with Future Icons, you could be a part of the solution…

Now could be your time to jump ahead of the game and make a serious impact on world sport…

Yep, in the program launching on May 30th, fans will be given the opportunity to support some of the most exciting up-and-coming athletes.

By investing in these athletes, not only will fans will eventually be able to share in the success of an athlete’s playing performance, but also financial performance…

Want to make your favourite sports even more interesting?

In investing, fans will take a share of the athletes earnings and be able to earn some huge rewards.

How Does Future Icons Work?

Based on connecting fans with their favourite sports, this is how it works:

  • After estimating the funding they need on an annual basis to continue their training, athletes will set a goal they wish to achieve.

  • Whether it be competing in the olympics or getting signed to a specific organisation, the athlete will then declare how much they are willing to share with investors.

  • In a unique system, the contract is written as a Smart Contract to the blockchain and shared with all parties as an NFT

Developing a three part plan, developers have set out a pathway to guarantee future success using the platform.

  • Invest: Pick out of a selected group of talented athletes and support their journey to the top. In doing so, as was explained earlier, financial rewards could be coming to you both

  • Democratise: Wanting to even out the playing field, Future Icons will allow athletes to focus on their craft, helping create a landscape of some of the best athletes out there

  • Connect: By helping in an athlete’s journey, you could create a unique relationship and unlock next-level fan opportunities

With that, fan-athlete relationships could change dramatically. Creating a connection unlike any other seen in sport, this could take things to the next level…

“Imagine identifying an athlete that goes on to have a career like Lewis Hamilton or Serena Williams - and you were part of the backing that made them into legends, the upside will be very substantial indeed… We think this is a revolutionary idea enabled by web3 that can completely redefine fan to athlete relationships.”

Chris Worsey, SportsIcon CEO and Co-Founder

Having already been backed by huge names in the industry such as rapper turned investor Nas, Youtube founder Chad Hurley, ex NBA star Andrew Bogut, and more, Future Icons is sure to leave a serious impact on the sports world.

Now? A HUGE announcement…

Introducing an Unprecedented Opportunity to Invest in an MMA Superstar - John Mitchell Fan Tokens!

Are you a sports enthusiast with dreams of backing a rising athlete, witnessing their ascent, and reaping the rewards of their hard-earned success? Imagine being a part of an MMA prodigy's journey without breaking a sweat, taking a punch, or finding yourself in a rear-naked chokehold.

🥊 Get ready to invest in the future of mixed martial arts (MMA) with our first-ever John Mitchell Fan Tokens! With these tokens, you'll share in the triumphs of this future MMA icon, as you participate in John's prize money earnings throughout his illustrious career.

Meet John Mitchell, the Irish MMA sensation boasting a Pro MMA record of 6-1-0 (W-L-D). Standing at 6'0" (183cm) and fighting in the Lightweight division, John is affiliated with MMA Cork and PFL. His next opponent: Geisym Derouiche.

Token holders enjoy a wealth of benefits, including:

💰 A percentage of John's winnings

💬 Exclusive social events with the fighter himself

🎟 Select fight tickets and VIP access

🎁 Giveaways

Don't miss your chance to be part of John Mitchell's meteoric rise.

Sale starts 1st June at 8am here https://futureicons.sportsicon.com/

John Mitchell: Future Icons First Announced Athlete

We told you we had a big announcement 😉

Be one of the first to invest in rising MMA talent, John Mitchell!

Having already electrified crowds both in his hometown and globally, it’s crazy to think that this is only the start of his career…

Being one of Ireland’s most exciting fighters, we all know the hold which the nation holds on the sport.

Boasting a very impressive record of 6-1, Mitchell will be making his debut for – global MMA giant – PFL in July.

Fighting in one of the most exciting divisions in the entire sport – Lightweight – we’re sure that only exciting things will follow.

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