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NEWS ABOUT THE ROOKIE GROUP

What’s Happening

The Rookie Group Partners with Sport On Court Africa to Capture Social Sports Magic

The Rookie Group, in a groundbreaking partnership with Sport On Court Africa, is proud to announce the installation of the first Rookie camera and the successful recording of the first-ever 5-a-side game.

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First Rookie Camera Installed, Records Historic Moment on May 27, 2023, the first Rookie camera was installed and captured the very first 5-a-side game. Highlights were uploaded to the Rookie website for all to see! The excitement continued on June 28, 2023, with the first-ever tournament being recorded and live-streamed! This marked a major milestone in capturing the magic of social sports.

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This partnership between The Rookie Group and Sport On Court Africa signifies a major leap forward in capturing and celebrating the passion of everyday athletes in Africa. With the Rookie, players can now showcase their skills and share their love for the game with a wider audience. The live-streamed tournament further amplified the excitement in social sports, bringing the energy of social sports to a global stage.

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The Rookie Group Expands Reach with Mobile App Launch and New Venue

The Rookie Group continues to revolutionize the social sports scene with the launch of its mobile app on December 4th, 2023. This user-friendly app allows athletes to capture and share their sporting moments with ease, further strengthening the vibrant Rookie community.

Building on this momentum, The Rookie Group also announced the addition of a second venue to its recording network on November 21st, 2023. This expansion allows even more players to experience the magic of having their games immortalized on the Rookie platform.

With the mobile app and additional recording capabilities, The Rookie Group is making it easier than ever for everyday athletes to share their passion for sports and connect with a global community.

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The Rookie Group Celebrates One Year of Capturing Social Sports Magic!

The Rookie Group is spiking the ball (or kicking the goal, or throwing the touchdown...) as they celebrate a momentous occasion – one year of operation! Since March 5th, 2023, The Rookie brand has been on a mission to revolutionize the social sports world, and the results are nothing short of impressive.

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Let's rewind to the beginning. The Rookie Group's journey started with a bang – partnering with Sport On Court Africa to install the very first Rookie camera and capture the magic of a local 5-a-side game. This historic moment, along with the subsequent highlights uploaded to the website, set the stage for a year of growth and community building.

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Fast forward to today, and The Rookie Group boasts a thriving mobile app launched in December 2023, allowing athletes to effortlessly share their sporting moments with the world. 

The true measure of success for The Rookie Group lies in the passionate community they've fostered. Rookie has provided a platform for social athletes to connect, celebrate, and be inspired by each other's love for the game.

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Here's to many more years of capturing the unforgettable moments of everyday athletes!

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