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H.A.C.K Kick-Off Meeting in Germany

The HACK – Hyper-Athletic Competitors Kicking into the Metaverse project officially commenced with a successful two-day Kick-Off Meeting held on 22–23 April 2026 in Munich, Germany. Hosted by project coordinator UDEVELOP EV, the meeting brought together project partners from Germany, Greece, and Serbia to establish the foundation for a collaborative initiative that aims to empower athletes through digital innovation and education.

The HACK project seeks to equip athletes with essential digital competencies while exploring the opportunities presented by emerging technologies, including the metaverse. Through a combination of educational resources, study visits, seminars, and an innovative digital learning platform, the project will enhance the skills, employability, and long-term development of athletes across Europe.

The kick-off meeting provided an opportunity for the consortium to introduce their organisations, define roles and responsibilities, and align expectations for the project’s implementation. Representatives from UDEVELOP EV (Germany), the Social Innovation and Cohesion Institute (Greece), and Youth Basketball Club Junior (Serbia) discussed the project’s objectives, target groups, planned activities, milestones, and expected outcomes, laying the groundwork for effective cooperation throughout the project lifecycle.

A significant portion of the meeting focused on designing the HACK Digital Skills Training Programme, which will provide athletes with practical knowledge and competencies through structured learning activities, study visits, and seminars. Partners also began planning the development of the project’s educational platform, which will offer accessible digital learning materials and innovative educational content tailored to the needs of athletes and sports stakeholders.

On the second day, consortium members addressed communication, dissemination, and visibility strategies to maximise the project’s outreach across partner countries. Discussions also covered monitoring and evaluation methodologies, sustainability planning, financial management, and partnership coordination to ensure the successful delivery of project objectives and long-term impact.

The Kick-Off Meeting concluded with a shared commitment to collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Partners expressed their enthusiasm for working together to support athletes in developing the digital skills needed to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven world while strengthening the connection between sport, education, and digital transformation.

The HACK project is funded by the European Union and represents an important step towards creating inclusive digital learning opportunities that empower athletes and sports organizations to embrace future technologies and foster lifelong learning.