Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association Spotlight

What does it take to stay ahead in fantasy sports and sports media? In this episode of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Spotlight , FSGA's Matt Deutsch sits down with Jason Klabacha , Director of Fantasy Content at Yahoo! Sports, to discuss the evolution of fantasy sports, content creation, media trends, and the future of Yahoo Fantasy. Jason shares insights from more than a decade leading Yah...

Step inside one of the most competitive fantasy baseball draft rooms and hear how the experts are building winning teams in 2026. Hosted by Lauren Jump (RotoWire) and Matt Deutsch (VSiN), this episode features D.J. Short (NBC Sports) and Robbie Reck (HealthyLineups) breaking down the biggest fantasy baseball draft trends, bold picks, and sharp strategies coming out of the FSGA Experts League. From...

What does it take to build an entire industry from scratch - and fight to keep it alive? Live from the 2026 FSGA Winter Conference in Las Vegas, this can’t-miss conversation dives into the origin story of fantasy sports with Matthew Berry Game Changer Award winner Clay Walker. From pioneering fantasy at the NFLPA to shaping the media, licensing, and legislation that fueled a multi-billion-dollar e...

On this episode of the FSGA Podcast, we sit down with the team behind SumerSports, one of the most innovative football intelligence platforms in the industry. Built by former NFL executives, scouts, and engineers, SumerSports combines deep football expertise with cutting-edge AI and advanced analytics to analyze every player on every play. Originally designed to help NFL and collegiate teams make...

In this episode of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association Spotlight, we sit down with Bob Lung, founder of the Fantasy Football Expo, to discuss the partnership between FSGA and the Expo — and why the relationship continues to create real opportunities for brands, creators, and startups across the fantasy sports industry. Bob shares how FSGA’s networking and elevator pitch competition help co...

In this episode of FSGA Spotlight, we’re joined by Faraz Siddiqi, Founder & Chief Operator of Upper Hand Fantasy, to talk about building one of the most engaged fantasy football communities on Instagram and beyond. Faraz shares how Upper Hand Fantasy grew from a passion project into a full-fledged media business, why platform-specific content matters, and how focusing on community engagement h...

Welcome back to the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association Spotlight - your inside look at the leaders shaping fantasy sports, sports betting, gaming tech, and fan engagement. In this episode, Lauren Jump (RotoWire) sits down with three powerhouse women in fantasy sports and gaming innovation: Kamini Manivannan — Founder of Laces Sports, a fantasy app focused on education, simplified gameplay, an...

In this episode of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association Spotlight, host Brett Lanier sits down with Justin Schoenfelder for a refreshingly honest conversation about what makes the fantasy sports and gaming industry truly different. Justin introduces us to the concept of "coopetition" - a perfect word that captures the unique blend of competition and cooperation that defines the FS...

In this episode of the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association Spotlight Podcast, we sit down with the team from Establish The Run, one of the most respected brands in fantasy sports content. The conversation dives into how they’ve built a loyal audience, the importance of authenticity in a growing industry, and why community and real connections still matter more than ever. From early experiences...

At the FSGA Summer Conference, RotoWire unveiled something big! They officially launched their brand-new website and introduced the all-new RotoWire Fantasy Football app — the next evolution in their 27-year journey in fantasy sports. In this episode, RotoWire shares how the FSGA has been instrumental in their success, from building key partnerships with ESPN, Yahoo, and 80+ clients to protecting...

Join host Scott Hoyt as he sits down with Scott Fish, founder of the Scott Fish Bowl (SFB), to explore the power of networking, community, and giving back in the world of fantasy football. 🏈 In this episode, Scott Fish shares: - How connections made at FSGA conferences can turn into long-term partnerships and friendships - The story and growth of the Scott Fish Bowl, one of the most impactful fan...

Live from the FSGA Winter Conference at Circa Resort in Las Vegas, Trevis Waters of PlayerProps.ai sits down with Aaron Rupp, co-founder of Blue 42, an innovative NFL gaming platform where you step into the coach’s shoes. In this episode, they break down how Blue 42 blends real-time NFL tracking data with predictive strategy, creating a skill-based, second-screen (or first-screen?) experience unli...

Matt Deutsch (VSiN) sits down with Chelsie Cooper, CEO & Founder of Approvely, to uncover the side of gaming and fantasy sports that nobody likes to talk about… payments. In this episode, Chelsie reveals: Why payment processing is still one of the biggest challenges in gaming & fantasy sports The fraud and chargeback nightmares operators face every day How Approvely is solving problems tha...

Is Fantasy Spin the next big thing in DFS? 👀 Trevis Waters (PlayerProps.ai) sits down with Will Tighe of Fantasy Spin to talk about: 🔥 How Fantasy Spin is changing daily fantasy with their spin-to-win lineup mechanic 🎯 Why it's perfect for BOTH beginners & seasoned fantasy vets 📈 Their vision for the next 12 months (and how they plan to become a household name) 🏈 The future of fantas...

In this episode, Brett Lanier of Bettor Vision sits down with Todd Jarvis from Aware Inc., a global leader in biometric authentication and identity verification. With more than 30 years of experience powering security for NASA, Interpol, and the U.S. military, Aware is now bringing its trusted technology into new industries—most notably gaming. Todd shares how biometrics are transforming KYC, redu...

In this episode, Brett Lanier of Bettor Vision chats with Tony Ryan, CEO and co-founder of Bet Caddy, the new mobile app designed to revolutionize the sports viewing experience. Bet Caddy brings all your bets, fantasy plays, and favorite teams into one personalized dashboard — giving fans one-click access to every live game across streaming platforms like ESPN+, Peacock, League Pass, and more. Ins...