Transforming Youth
Sports Development

A flexible, player-centred multi-sport platform that adapts to every player's journey - because everyone deserves a development pathway built around them, not just their sport(s).

PlayerARC is the digital passport that travels with players throughout their sporting journey, connecting coaches, parents, and clubs to support their development, prevent burnout, and help players stay motivated and in love with their sport(s).

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We're Losing Our Young Athletes

The current youth sports system is failing our children. Despite growing investment and infrastructure, we're seeing unprecedented dropout rates and rising burnout among young athletes. Research reveals a concerning trend in youth sports participation.

70%

Drop Out by Age 13

Of youth athletes quit organized sports by age 13

American Academy of Pediatrics, 2024

35%

Burnout Factor

Cite burnout as primary reason for quitting

Youth Sport Dropout Research, 2024

50%

Pressure Point

Feel excessive pressure from parents or coaches

Youth Sports Research, 2024

85%

Love the Game

Still love their sport but can't sustain participation

Youth Sports Research, 2024

The dropout crisis is costing children the mental health benefits, social connections, and lifelong love of movement that sports provide. It's time for a new approach.

The Hidden Costs of Current Approaches

Beyond the visible dropout rates, fragmented systems create significant hidden costs that impact players, families, and clubs.

Lost Development Data

Years of development history, injury records, and progress tracking are lost when players move clubs or transition between sports.

Wasted Resources

Clubs invest time and money in player development, only to lose that investment when players leave. Duplicate assessments waste valuable coaching time.

Missed Opportunities

Without comprehensive tracking, warning signs of burnout, injury risk, or disengagement go unnoticed until it's too late.

Fragmented Communication

Parents, coaches, and administrators struggle to stay aligned. Important information gets lost in emails, texts, and verbal conversations.

Reduced Long-term Engagement

Players who feel unsupported or disconnected are more likely to quit. The lack of continuity makes it harder to maintain engagement.

Lost Potential

Without proper tracking and support, talented players may never reach their potential. Development gaps go unnoticed.

Our Solution: A Digital Passport for Every Player

Track, nurture, and celebrate every child's sporting journey. Keep players engaged, healthy, and performing at their best with comprehensive development tracking that follows them throughout their entire sporting career.

Unified Collaboration

Bring coaches, parents, and players together in one seamless platform for aligned communication and shared goals.

Development Tracking

Track progress, skills, and achievements over time with personalized 'passports' that follow each athlete's journey.

AI-Powered Insights

Get personalized drill recommendations, training tips, and development insights tailored to each player's needs.

Multi-Sport Management

Manage schedules across multiple sports in one place, preventing over-commitment and maintaining balance.

Progress Visualization

Visual dashboards show development trends, helping identify strengths and areas for growth over time.

Wellbeing First

Built-in safeguards monitor training load, rest periods, and mental health to prevent burnout before it happens.

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Understanding Player Development

Deep insights into the challenges, causes, and consequences of fragmented player development.

The So What: Why It Matters

Long-term Development

Player development is a marathon, not a sprint. Without continuity, we lose the ability to see long-term trends, identify patterns, and make informed decisions about a player's journey.

Retention Crisis

The 70% dropout rate by age 13 represents a massive loss of potential. Many players quit not because they don't enjoy sports, but because they feel disconnected or unsupported.

Well-being Impact

Sports participation has profound effects on mental health, physical fitness, and social development. Losing players means losing these benefits for thousands of young people.

As Many as Possible, For as Long as Possible

Our mission isn't just about creating elite athletes—it's about keeping kids engaged in sports throughout their youth, building lifelong habits of movement, teamwork, and resilience.

Key Research Findings

1 in 3

young athletes quit organised sports by age 14, with dropout rates peaking between ages 12-16

29.4%

of parents report lack of communication with coaches—a top-5 reason for dissatisfaction

70-93%

higher injury risk for single-sport specialisation compared to multi-sport participation

Built for your Sport

Whether it's GAA, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, or any other discipline, PDP adapts to the unique development pathways of each. Our platform is built for flexibility — supporting diverse activities, coaching styles, and player journeys. Track progress, analyze development, and enhance performance across all sports in one unified system.

GAA

Support traditional Irish sports with specialized tracking for hurling, Gaelic football, and camogie development.

Skill-specific drillsTraditional valuesCommunity focus

Rugby

Foster teamwork and physicality with comprehensive rugby development pathways from mini to youth rugby.

Position-specific trainingSafety protocolsTeam dynamics

Soccer

Develop technical skills and tactical understanding with structured soccer development programs.

Technical masteryTactical awarenessMatch analysis

Swimming

Track progression through stroke development, endurance building, and competitive swimming milestones.

Stroke refinementEndurance trackingCompetition prep

More sports coming soon:

BasketballHockeyTennisVolleyball

Everything You Need to Nurture Talent

Comprehensive tools designed for coaches, parents, and administrators to track, celebrate, and support every player's journey.

Player Passports

Comprehensive digital passports that follow players throughout their sporting journey, accessible to all authorized stakeholders.

Coach Tools

Powerful tools for coaches to track development, provide feedback, and collaborate with parents and administrators.

Parent Portal

Dedicated portal for parents to stay informed, communicate with coaches, and support their child's development.

Well-being Tracking

Integrated monitoring tools to track and support player well-being with early intervention capabilities.

Voice Notes

Capture reflections, feedback, and insights through voice recordings for richer context and communication.

Analytics & Reports

Comprehensive analytics and reporting tools to track progress, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.

Mobile Access

Full functionality on mobile devices, ensuring coaches and parents can access information anytime, anywhere.

Real-time Updates

Real-time synchronization ensures all stakeholders have access to the latest information instantly.

Trusted by Forward-Thinking Clubs

See how coaches, parents, and administrators are using PDP to keep young athletes engaged, healthy, and in love with their sport.

Sarah O'Connor

Head Coach, Dublin GAA Club

“PDP has helped us keep more kids in sport. The ability to track their journey and celebrate their progress has made a real difference. We're seeing higher retention and happier players.”

Michael Thompson

Parent & Club Administrator

“As a parent, I love being able to see my child's development journey. The well-being tracking gives me peace of mind, and the collaboration with coaches keeps everyone on the same page.”

Emma Walsh

Youth Development Coordinator

“We're keeping kids engaged and in love with their sport. PDP helps us identify when players need support and celebrate their achievements. It's transformed how we nurture talent.”