Bring the problem. A student team builds the pilot.
Home Ground pairs clubs, venues and organisations with University of Tasmania student teams. The team spends a semester building a working pilot, with you coaching them.
- December 2026
- Projects open
- February 2027
- Student teams start
A two-sided exchange
Students are there to learn. Your organisation gets work it can use, and gives time and coaching in return. Both sides sign a compact that sets this out.
They give
- Effort, curiosity and fresh eyes
- Working prototypes and analysis
- Honest feedback on the experience
They get
- Real client experience
- A portfolio piece they can show
- Industry connections in Tasmania
- A reason to stay
The compact
What both sides sign up to
- Learning first
- Honest scope
- Work you can explain
You give
- A real problem, honestly scoped
- A champion inside your organisation
- Time: kick-off, mid-point, showcase
- Coaching, not directing
You get
- Something tangible you can show
- Early sight of local talent
- A role in growing the sector
- Recognition as a partner
The University of Tasmania sets the academic frame: selection, assessment and supervision.
- December 2026Projects open for consideration
- February 2027Student teams start
- Through the semesterKick-off, mid-point and showcase with your champion
Register your interest
Mentor a student team, bring a challenge or back a pilot. Tell us how you'd like to be involved and we'll be in touch when Home Ground opens.
Places are limited and projects are selected for fit. We'll be in touch in December.
Questions first? Email hello@sportstechtas.com.