SportHack 2025
Innovation hackathon | 11/11 - 15/11 Online & Onsite | Ideas in Motion!

Schedule

Please note that the times are indicated in the timezone Europe/Riga (GMT +0200).

6 Oct 2025


12:00: Registration opens

5 Nov 2025


18:00 - 19:30: Matchmaking and Info session on Zoom

Team Formation and Matchmaking, Questions and Answers Session

For registered users only



6 Nov 2025


23:55: Registration closed

7 Nov 2025


13:00: Announcement of selected teams

11 Nov 2025


18:00 - 21:00: 1st Day - Warm-Up | Online

Introducing the event and setting the stage for innovation. It's a day for welcoming participants, giving keynote speeches, and understanding the hackathon's themes and rules. On this day, teams will also be introduced to their assigned team coaches. These coaches are experienced mentors who will guide the teams throughout the hackathon.


18:00 - 19:00: SportHack 2025 Opening | Online
19:00 - 21:00: 1st Checkpoint with Team Coaches | Online

12 Nov 2025


17:00 - 22:00: 2nd Day - Team Play | Online

Ideation, workshops and meet experts

The core day for starting the actual development of the projects. This is when teams dive deep into coding, designing, and building solutions. Mentors and industry experts will be available for guidance.


17:00 - 18:00: Masterclass - Pitch to Win! | Online
18:00 - 20:00: Mentoring 1:1 sessions | Online
20:00 - 22:00: 2nd Checkpoint with Team coaches | Online

13 Nov 2025


09:00 - 22:00: 3rd Day - Power Move | Online

Solution refinement and meet experts

The core day for starting the actual development of the projects. This is when teams dive deep into coding, designing, and building solutions. Mentors and industry experts will be available for guidance.


10:00 - 11:30: Hack the Lab @LU (In-person)

Location: University of Latvia

Hack The Lab — a short, hands-on morning lab (max ~2 hours) where universities and partners run practical sessions: a 30-minute overview of institutional opportunities followed by a ~1-hour expert Q&A/workshop and demos. It gives students and teams direct access to research, tools, datasets and domain experts to jump-start prototypes and technical validation.

Participation in this event is optional.


13:00 - 15:00: Hack the Lab @RTU (In-person)

Location: Riga Technical University

Hack The Lab — a short, hands-on morning lab where universities and partners run practical sessions: a 30-minute overview of institutional opportunities followed by a ~1-hour expert Q&A/workshop and demos. It gives students and teams direct access to research, tools, datasets and domain experts to jump-start prototypes and technical validation.

Participation in this event is optional.


17:00 - 18:00: Masterclass - Prototype with Vibecoding by Lobable! | Online
18:00 - 20:00: Mentoring 1:1 sessions | Online
20:00 - 22:00: 3rd Checkpoint with Team coaches | Online

14 Nov 2025


18:00 - 22:00: 4th Day - Final Sprint | Online

Solution refinement and meet experts

Focuses on refining and finalizing the projects. This day is crucial for troubleshooting, perfecting the product, and preparing the pitch presentation. Teams work on the finishing touches of their prototypes or solutions.


18:00 - 20:00: Mentoring 1:1 sessions | Online
20:00 - 22:00: 4th Checkpoint with Team coaches | Online

15 Nov 2025


09:00: Deadline for Project Submissions!
13:00: Doors open at @RSU

Location: Address: Konsula iela 21, Kurzemes rajons, Rīga, LV-1007


15:00 - 18:00: 5th Day - Championship (Demo) Day | @Riga Stradins University, Riga, Latvia

Location: Address: Konsula iela 21, Kurzemes rajons, Rīga, LV-1007

Solution presentations

The final day is all about showcasing the projects. Teams present their work to the judges and other participants. It concludes with judging, feedback, and the award ceremony, celebrating the achievements and innovations developed during the hackathon.

Arrival @Riga Stradins University from 13:00


19:00 - 22:00: Award ceremony + Afterparty | @Riga Stradins University, Riga, Latvia

Location: Address: Konsula iela 21, Kurzemes rajons, Rīga, LV-1007

This final day is not only about showcasing the projects but also offers enriching experiences beyond the competition. Additionally, there will be ample opportunities for networking, allowing participants to connect with peers, mentors, and potential investors.