JRZY’s 22 In Review And What's To Come In 23’ 

Hello, I'm Issa Hall founder of JRZY.

With over a decade of experience practicing law, creating startups, web development and entrepreneurship, I’m very familiar with facing challenges, and known for never backing down from them. 2022 brought its fair share. When I set out to build a global sports community centered around creating economic opportunities for athletes we were called crazy but guess what?  We’re doing it.

I’ve always had an obsession with sports, and the social science behind why they are a pillar to our society.  I’m also passionate about using technology to empower the ownership of sport by athletes (aka JRZY). 

I’m a huge advocate for the NCAA paying athletes, providing fair access to sports for all, and overall spreading access to sport globally.  

The startup journey is very similar to the athlete journey.  The job’s not finished until the goal is accomplished. JRZY wasn’t built in a day, but there isn’t a single one that goes by that we aren’t getting better.  Brick by brick, we’re laying the foundation for the Athlete Utopia, and we thank you for continuing to support this journey. 

When things get a little quiet around JRZY I want you to think of one of my favorite Jay Z lyrics, “Whenever there’s a drought, get your umbrellas out because that’s when I brainstorm.” Translation, we’re in the gym working on our game, and when we step out there will be improvement, updates, and progress that is worthy of excitement not just making noise to make noise.  In year 23, we’re here to make MJ proud, so many years of hard work are finally ready for the bright lights.

So without further ado, Here’s what JRZY’s bringing to you in 2023. 

1. Data & Ratings:  We’re curating personalized feedback so that you can maximize your opportunities and make informed improvements and decisions using data.  We’re going to tell you directly what you can do to build and increase your chances for success.
2. Trading Cards:  They are finally here, sign up for Beta access here.  Solidify your legacy, engage with your friends, and unlock a new revenue stream. This is the modern way to engage with your fans, create a loyalty program, offer incentives and much more.
3. Content:  You’ll be hearing directly from me, athletes, and the JRZY team in the form of interactive content, podcasts, interviews, and other ways that help you feel the sense of community and to feel the support from JRZY.  We want your feedback and for you to feel supported.
4. Education:   We’ve partnered with experts in areas that are important to athletes like personal branding, NIL, legal, marketing, and mental health so that we’re able to improve your life and outcomes.  We’re here to help you reach your goals.
5. Merchandise:  You can now visit the JRZY Shop!  We created this brand so that we can now help you set up yours too.  20% of profits contribute to increasing access and supporting the economic participation of athletes everywhere.
6. Community:  Our goal is to continue to build an immersive, interactive, supportive and global community for athletes.  We want to be a resource and teammate, and invite you to submit your questions, ask for assistance, and share your goals and games with us so we can cheer you on and help you along the way.  Here’s how you can connect.

We're here to give you the access on how you can position yourself to increase your opportunities, give you access to ways to activate, and the resources and infrastructure to own your future. It's not enough to give you a fish, we want to teach you how to fish. We want you to own your future, maximize your benefits, and most importantly reap the rewards and be the primary beneficiary of all your hard work.

You are personally invited to connect, I want to know everything about you and how we can help you reach your goals. Choose whatever options suit your style.

• Instagram - best for DM’s, short content, and visual updates
• Discord - best for conversations, questions, special offers, and direct access to the JRZY team
• Twitter - best for polls, sharing your updates with us, and our thoughts
• Linkedin - best for corporate updates, connecting with the team, content
• Youtube - best for our video content, podcasts, and interviews

As we embark on this next chapter, I’ll leave you with this quote that caught my attention today, courtesy of Mark Cuban:

“The point of all this is that it doesn't matter how many times you fail.  It doesn’t matter how many times you almost get it right.  No one is going to know or care about your failures and neither should you.  All you have to do is learn from them and from those around you because… All that matters in business (and sport) is that you get it right once.  Then everyone can tell you how lucky you are.”

Cheers to 23’

Issa