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SportsHero Limited
Appendix 4E
Preliminary Final Statements to the Australian Securities Exchange
SportsHero Limited and its controlled entities
ABN 98 123 423 987
Reporting period – For the year ended 30 June 2023
Previous period – For the year ended 30 June 2022
Results for Announcement to the Market
Revenue
Loss for the year after tax from continuing
operations
Loss attributable to members of the parent
entity
30 June 2023
30 June 2022
Change
Change
US$
16,726
(2,155,027)
US $
42,034
(1,714,648)
US$
(25,308)
(440,379)
%
Down 60%
Up 26%
(2,220,751)
(1,798,565)
(422,186)
Up 23%
Dividends
No Dividends have been declared or paid during the financial year ended 30 June 2023.
Other significant information
The Company’s goal is to become one of world’s most dynamic, engaging and largest sporting communities.
Our vision is to deploy our white label digital solutions across multiple sports to sporting groups and other
partners globally.
In the largest esports market in the world, SportsHero Limited (SportsHero) has continued to build and
deliver its China strategy.
On 30 March 2023, the Company announced the execution of a 3 year legally binding terms sheet with
Shanghai Fumin Sports and Culture Co. Ltd, the esports tournament and events provider of Netease Games
– one of China’s largest esports game publishers. Netease Games is listed on NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX:
9999.
On 27 April 2023, the Company announced an expansion into 6 new Aisa Pacific markets through an
exclusive partnership with TALON Esports. SportsHero and TALON Esports have executed a 3 year
intellectual property license in consideration for SportsHero receiving 50% of all revenue generated from
SportsHero’s proprietary esports prediction and tournament management platform.
SportsHero is positioning itself to be a world leader in the rapidly expanding esports market by introducing
our artificial intelligence predictor and delivering unique esports prediction competitions.
Review of operations
The following is a summary of the activities of SportsHero during the year ended 30 June 2023. It is
recommended that this report be read in conjunction any public announcements made by the Company
during year. In accordance with continuous disclosure requirements, readers are referred to the
announcements lodged with the Australian Securities Exchange regarding the activities of the Company.
On 6 July 2022, the Company announced that it had entered into a mutually beneficial marketing and
sponsorship agreement with Indonesia’s premier junior football leagues, Liga Top Skor. In consideration for
SportsHero agreeing to sponsor the 2022-23 Liga Top Skor youth football leagues.
On 7 July 2022, the Company announced that Logitech (China) Technology Co Ltd (a wholly owned
subsidiary of Swiss multinational Logitech International SA) had agreed to be the first commercial sponsor
for the Company’s recently launched Chinese app on Wechat.
SportsHero Limited
Review of operations (continued)
On 18 August 2022, the Company announced the launch of its first ever tier 1 professional esports prediction
tournament in Australia, which was launched on 23 August 2022.
On 31 August 2022 SportsHero soft launched its co-branded initial esports tournament in partnership with
Wuhan Esports Association (the 2nd largest esports association in China).
On 21 September 2022, the Company announced that it had entered into a two year (with a two year
automatic renewal) Australian Gift Card Supplier Agreement with digital gift card giant Prezzee Pty Ltd.
Prezzee operates a leading global gifting platform with operations in North America, United Kingdom,
Australia and New Zealand.
On 13 October 2022, Mr Stratos Karousos was appointed as the Company’s Non-executive Chairman
following the decision by John Dougall not to seek re-election at the Company’s 2022 Annual General
Meeting.
On 24 November 2022, the Company announced the delivery of Aim Assist Analysis (AAA), a subscription
based app that has been specifically designed (using SportsHero’s proprietary artificial intelligence
technology) to provide esports bettors with up to five of the highest betting recommendations per day.
AAA is a dedicated esports betting guide app that leverages an enhanced betting algorithm to generate daily
esports tips and analysis exclusively for esports betting. The daily betting recommendations provided target
three of the largest esports titles globally and include League of Legends (LoL), Defense of the Ancients 2
(Dota 2) and Counter Strike Global Offensive (CS:GO).
On 14 February 2023, the Company announced that its AAA app was approved and available for download
at both Apple’s App Store and Google’s Play Store.
On 30 March 2023, the Company announced the execution of a 3 year agreement with Shanghai Fumin
Sports and Culture Co. Ltd, the esports tournament and event provider of Netease Games.
On 27 April 2023, the Company announced an expansion into 6 new Asia Pacific markets through an
exclusive partnership with TALON Esports. SportsHero and TALON Esports have executed a 3 year
intellectual property license in consideration for SportsHero receiving 50% of all revenue generated from our
proprietary esports prediction and tournament management platform (App). TALON Esports will white label,
market and scale the App while promoting it to its 20 million plus fan base.
Since the 27 April 2023 announcement, the Company has been working closely with TALON’s founders to
customise our existing platform with additional features and functions to produce a completely unique
product for the Southeast Asia esports market. TALON believes that this will greatly appeal to brand
partners, game publishers, tournament organisers and the esports user audience. TALON, which has a
proven record of revenue generation, will launch and market this product in Q2 FY 2024 to their current
network of sponsors and advertisers in all their existing markets throughout Southeast Asia.
Subsequent events
No matter or circumstance has arisen since 30 June 2023 that has significantly affected, or may significantly
affect the Group’s operations, the results of those operations, or the Group’s state of affairs in future financial
years.
Control gained over entities and loss of control over entities
During the financial year the Company gained control of the Chinese incorporated company, Zongheng
(Shanghai) Esports Information Technologies Co Ltd.
During the financial year the Company did not gain control of any other entity or lose control over any entity.
Net Tangible Assets
Net tangible assets/(liabilities) per share (US cents/share)
30 June 2023
30 June 2022
(0.08)
0.28
SportsHero Limited
Audit Status
This report is based on accounts which are in the process of being audited. The audited financial statements
to be included in the Company’s 2023 Annual Report are expected to be released by 30 September 2023.
Attachments forming part of the Appendix 4E:
The Preliminary Financial Report of SportsHero Limited for the year ended 30 June 2023 is attached.
Signed By
Michael Higginson
Director/Company Secretary
Queensland
31 August 2023
SportsHero Limited
Preliminary Statement of Comprehensive Income
for the year ended as at 30 June 2023
Consolidated
30 June
30 June
2023
2022
US$
US$
Income
Revenue
Other income
16,643
84
16,783
25,251
Expenses
Administration expenses
Employee and consulting expenses
Depreciation and Amortisation expense
Interest expense
Share based payments
(1,093,450)
(922,879)
(1,037)
(736)
(153,652)
(851,714)
(635,751)
(2,259)
(266,958)
Loss before income tax from continuing operations
(2,155,027)
(1,714,648)
-
-
Loss after income tax from continuing operations
(2,155,027)
(1,714,648)
Loss after income tax expense for the year
(2,155,027)
(1,714,648)
(65,724)
(83,917)
Total comprehensive loss for the year
(2,220,751)
(1,798,565)
Loss attributable to:
Owners of the entity
(2,220,751)
(1,798,565)
Cents
Cents
Income tax expense
Other comprehensive income for the year
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit and loss
Foreign currency translation
Basic and diluted loss per share for continued operations
(cents per share)
Basic and diluted loss per share (cents per share)
The above consolidated statement of comprehensive income
should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
0.40
0.40
0.32
0.32
SportsHero Limited
Preliminary Statement of Financial Position
as at 30 June 2023
Consolidated
30 June
2023
US$
30 June
2022
US$
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Other receivables
Total current assets
135,461
43,076
178,537
1,761,612
3,076
1,764,688
Non-current assets
Right of use assets
Plant and equipment
Total non-current assets
17,476
7,669
25,145
2,122
2,122
Total assets
203,682
1,766,810
Current liabilities
Trade payables
Borrowings
Lease liability – current
Total current liabilities
304,111
331,500
4,200
639,811
182,179
182,179
Non-current liabilities
Lease liability - non-current
Total non- current liabilities
13,679
13,679
-
Total liabilities
653,490
182,179
Net assets/(liabilities)
(449,808)
1,584,631
16,299,946
342,004
(381,844)
(16,709,914)
16,207,345
1,176,926
(316,120)
(15,483,521)
(449,808)
1,584,631
Equity
Issued capital
Share based payments reserve
Foreign currency translation reserve
Accumulated losses
Total equity
The above consolidated statement of financial position
should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
SportsHero Limited
Preliminary Statement of Changes in Equity
for the year ended 30 June 2023
Issued
Capital
Share
Based
Payments
Reserve
Foreign
Currency
Translation
Reserve
Accumulated
Losses
Total
Equity
US$
US$
US$
US$
US$
Balance at 1 July 2022
16,207,345
Total comprehensive loss
for the year
Performance rights
issued during the year
Share based payments
59,941
Share based payments
for settlement of liability
33,530
Shares issued during the
year
Share issue costs
(870)
Balance at 30 June 2023 16,299,946
1,176,927
(316,120)
(15,483,521)
1,584,631
-
(65,724)
(2,155,027)
(2,220,751)
(834,923)
-
928,634
153,652
-
-
-
33,530
342,004
(381,844)
(16,709,914)
(870)
(449,808)
Balance at 1 July 2021
14,161,989
Total comprehensive loss
for the year
Performance rights
issued during the year
95,565
Share based payments
126,877
Share based payments
for settlement of liability
36,435
Shares issued during the
year
1,981,277
Share issue costs
(194,798)
Balance at 30 June 2022 16,207,345
1,083,076
(232,203)
(13,768,873)
1,243,989
-
(83,917)
(1,714,648)
(1,798,565)
(95,565)
140,081
-
-
266,958
-
-
-
36,435
49,335
1,176,927
(316,120)
(15,483,521)
1,981,277
(145,463)
1,584,631
Consolidated
The above consolidated statement of changes in equity
should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes
SportsHero Limited
Preliminary Statement of Cash Flows
for the year ended 30 June 2023
Consolidated
30 June
30 June
2023
2022
US$
US$
Cash flows from operating activities
Receipts from customers
Payments to suppliers and employees
Interest received
Net cash used in operating activities
16,643
(2,015,011)
84
(1,998,284)
40,768
(1,413,057)
12
(1,372,277)
Cash flows from investing activities
Payments for plant and equipment
Net cash used in investing activities
(8,068)
(8,068)
(2,013)
(2,013)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from issues of shares
Share issue transaction costs
Borrowings
Lease liability
Net cash provided by financing activities
(870)
331,500
(14,012)
316,618
1,981,277
(145,463)
1,835,814
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents held
(1,689,734)
461,524
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the financial
year
1,761,612
1,377,257
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
63,583
(77,169)
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the financial year
135,461
1,71,612
The above consolidated statement of cash flows
should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.
SportsHero Limited
Notes to the preliminary financial statements
for the financial year ended 30 June 2023
Note 1.
Basis of Preparation
This preliminary final report has been prepared in accordance with ASX Listing Rule 4.3A and the disclosure
requirements of ASX Appendix 4E. This report is to be read in conjunction with any public announcements made by
SportsHero Limited during the reporting period in accordance with the continuous disclosure obligations arising
under the Corporations Act 2001 and Australian Securities Exchange Listing Rules.
The Preliminary Financial Statements of SportsHero Limited and its controlled entities (the Group), comply with
International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
New and Revised Accounting Standards and Interpretations
In the current year, the Consolidated Entity has adopted all of the new and revised Standards and Interpretations
issued by the Australian Accounting Standards Board that are relevant to its operations and effective for the current
annual reporting period. The adoption of these new and revised Standards and Interpretations has not resulted in
a significant or material change to the Consolidated Entity’s accounting policies.
Functional and presentation currency
The preliminary financial report is presented in US dollars, which is the Group’s functional currency.
Note 2.
Segment reporting
For management purposes the Group is organised into three strategic units:
•
•
•
Corporate head office in Australia
Technology development based in Singapore – operations
Operations based in Indonesia and China
Such structural organisation is determined by the nature of risks and returns associated with each business segment
and define the management structure as well as the internal reporting system. It represents the basis on which the
Group reports its primary segment information to the Board.
The operating segment analysis presented in these preliminary financial statements reflects operations analysis by
business. It best describes the way the Group is managed and provides a meaningful insight into the business
activities of the Group.
The following table presents details of revenue and operating loss by business segment as well as reconciliation
between the information disclosed for reportable segments and the aggregated information in the preliminary financial
statements. The information disclosed in the table below is derived directly from the internal financial reporting system
used by the Board of Directors to monitor and evaluate the performance of our operating segments separately.
SportsHero Limited
Note 2.
Segment reporting (continued)
Australia
Singapore
Indonesia
China
Total
US$
US$
US$
US$
US$
2,140
23,099
16,795
-
42,034
-
-
-
-
-
(987,435)
(513,964)
(101,112)
(112,137)
(1,714,648)
(987,435)
(513,694)
(101,112)
(112,137)
(1,714,648)
75
490
16,162
-
16,727
-
-
-
-
-
(1,253,592)
(457,251)
(105,293)
(338,891)
(2,155,027)
(1,253,592)
(457,251)
(105,293)
(338,891)
(2,155,027)
1,719,194
43,364
4,252
-
1,766,810
1,719,194
43,364
4,252
-
1,766,810
69,113
48,736
9,391
76,442
203,682
69,113
48,736
9,391
76,442
203,682
Year ended 30 June 2022
Revenue from external customers
Inter-segment revenue
Reportable segment loss before tax
Continuing operations
Year ended 30 June 2023
Revenue from external customers
Inter-segment revenue
Reportable segment loss before tax
Continuing operations
Reportable segments assets at 30 June 2022
Continuing operations
Reportable segments assets at 30 June 2023
Continuing operations
Note 3.
Contingent assets and liabilities
The Group does not have any contingent assets or contingent liabilities at the date of this report.
Note 4.
Controlled entities
Date control
gained
Parent entity
SportsHero Limited
Name of Controlled Entity
Sportz Hero Pty Ltd
SportsHero Enterprise Pte Ltd
PT Sport Hero Indonesia
EsportsHero Pty Ltd
(Zongheng (Shanghai) Esports
Information Technologies Co Limited)
7 February
2017
7 February
2017
4 November
2020
17 November
2021
16 February
2022
Country of
Incorporation
Principal Activities
Australia
Parent
Australia
Investment holding
100%
Singapore
100%
Indonesia
Technology
development
Operations
Australia
Operations
100%
China
Technology
development
100%
Ownership
%
100%
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