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Athletic Ventures

Athletic Ventures

Angel network or syndicate
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Sydney

About

Athletic Ventures is a Sydney-based angel network that backs seed and Series A companies. It is made up of 500+ current and former elite athletes who invest together, with recent deals spanning consumer brands, marketplaces and healthtech, and it runs an education program called AV College+. Recent investments include Splose and Bare.

Written and verified by Cut Through Venture.

October 7, 2026

At a glance

Fund type
Angel network or syndicate
Headquarters
Sydney
Primary stage
Seed

Example portfolio companies

Splose Bare ZeroCo Who Gives A Crap Foodbomb

Source, Cut Through Venture deal tracker.

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