Creating a Platform Where Sport and Entrepreneurship Collide
- Media8

- Sep 18
- 2 min read
At Media8, we’ve never been interested in doing things the usual way. We’re not here to tick boxes or follow templates. We’re here to build something that lasts—something that matters.
Right now, we’re working on a project that’s bigger than sport. It’s about creating a space where young girls can be inspired, mentored, and supported—not just as athletes, but as leaders, founders, and creators.
The Vision: A Professional Women’s Team on the Gold Coast
We’re putting together a bid to bring a professional women’s basketball team to the Gold Coast. But this isn’t just about building a team—it’s about building a movement.
We want at least half the team to be homegrown within five years. That means elite pathways, access to world-class coaching, and a support system that helps young women thrive. Not just in sport, but in life.
Beyond the Court: A Startup Hub for the Next Generation
We’re also exploring the idea of building a facility that combines elite sport with a startup hub. Imagine a space where athletes train in the morning and pitch ideas in the afternoon. Where sport and entrepreneurship live side by side.
This isn’t just a building—it’s a mindset. A place where young girls can learn to lead, take risks, and build something of their own.
Mentorship, Ownership, and Opportunity
We’re building this with strong women at the centre. And we’re looking for people who want to be part of it—whether that’s through mentorship, ownership, or helping shape the vision.
If you believe in the power of sport, storytelling, and giving young girls a crack at life, this is your moment.
Final Word
Media8 is more than a sports marketing agency. We’re a platform for change. A place where stories are told, futures are built, and the next generation of women are given the tools to lead.
Brett McCallum





Love the idea of sport and entrepreneurship colliding. Athletes are natural risk-takers and problem solvers, so it makes sense they’d branch into start-ups or new ventures. The platform you’re talking about gives them a proper space to learn and network, which is unreal. We need more of this in Aus because athletes often struggle post-career. Having business savvy can change that. And hey, speaking of platforms, I’ve been checking out https://rickycasinosau.com/ which is a legal casino site in Australia, mixing entertainment, bonuses and thousands of games in one hub. Feels like a different kind of hustle.