Paul Freedman, a serial entrepreneur with a passion for the Oakland A’s, has founded an independent baseball team called the Oakland Ballers. The team was born out of frustration with the A’s decision to leave Oakland for Las Vegas, and Freedman’s desire to provide a sense of baseball community to the city’s fans. The team has been successful in its first season, with a unique approach that blends entrepreneurial spirit with fan engagement. The Ballers have a partial ownership model, allowing fans to own a piece of the team and make real-time decisions about the game through an app. The team’s focus on fan experience and community has created a sense of hope among A’s fans, who are facing the loss of their beloved team.
The coolest startup in the Bay Area is a baseball team called the Oakland Ballers
