OffSzn is a dynamic social platform built to connect athletes, coaches, sponsors, and businesses. Designed to foster growth and opportunity within the sports community, OffSzn provides a centralized space for networking, resource sharing, and professional development. Whether it’s discovering new talent, finding sponsorships, or building relationships within athletic programs, OffSzn empowers users to take their careers and organizations to the next level.
The Core Idea
Problem
Athletes and sports programs often struggle to access the resources, connections, and visibility they need to grow. Coaches need a streamlined way to recruit talent and organize their programs, while sponsors seek opportunities to align with rising stars and teams. Dorian Flowers envisioned a solution: a platform that levels the playing field and facilitates valuable connections across the athletic landscape.
Our Approach
To bring OffSzn to life, Dorian collaborated with Doerz to build a feature-rich platform for the unique needs of the sports industry. We followed a LEAN Startup methodology, using user insights to guide the development of an engaging, scalable, and inclusive social network. The core strategy was to emphasize accessibility, ease of use, and impactful tools that foster real-world growth and connections.
Our Solution for OffSzn
Customizable Profiles
 Built for athletes, coaches, and sponsors to showcase achievements, interests, and opportunities.
Networking Tools
Designed to encourage meaningful connections through follow features, messaging, and profile recommendations.
Event Calendars
Provided users with personalized sports event tracking and scheduling tools.
Sponsorship Opportunities
 Integrated features for sponsorship discovery and outreach, including profiles and project listings.
Resource Access
 Enabled the sharing of educational content, training resources, and funding opportunities.
Product Development Roadmap
User Discovery & Validation
 Conducted interviews and surveys to identify pain points across different user roles.
Feature Prioritization
Defined MVP scope to deliver maximum value with minimal complexity.
Wireframing & Design
Created detailed user journeys and prototypes in Figma for validation and iteration.
Agile Development
Released iterative builds based on sprints, continuously integrating user feedback and performance improvements.
Main Feature Set
Custom Profiles
Specifically for athletes (stats, highlights), coaches (teams, recruitment), and sponsors (brands, campaigns).
Networking Feed
A social feed where users can post updates, comment, and engage with each other’s content.
Direct Messaging
Secure in-app communication to foster professional networking.
Event Management
Track, join, or promote athletic events and recruiting sessions.
Sponsor Hub
A space for businesses to discover athletes and programs, initiate sponsorships, and track ROI.
Learning & Resources
A knowledge base with access to training programs, mentorship, and support tools.
Design Guide
OffSzn features a bold, high-energy design that reflects the spirit of sports and competition. The interface combines sleek visuals with practical layouts, ensuring ease of use across all user types. A balanced color scheme conveys professionalism and trust, while dynamic visuals and modern typography capture the excitement of the athletic world. The design adapts seamlessly between mobile and web and offers a consistent experience for all users.
Development
OffSzn was built using modern, scalable technologies to ensure optimal performance and security. The frontend leverages React and React Native, with a powerful backend stack including Node.js, Firebase, TypeScript, and MongoDB. PostgreSQL and AWS support robust data management and cloud hosting. Docker and microservices architecture ensure flexibility and scalability, while the Loopback framework and Figma tools enable rapid development and design iterations.
Final Product
The result is a fully operational web and mobile app that empowers athletes, coaches, and sponsors to connect, grow, and succeed. Athletes can build their brand, connect with mentors, and find sponsors. Coaches can recruit talent and manage events, while sponsors gain access to a network of rising stars and established programs, all in one integrated platform.
