Miha Pantelič, Secretary General of the Slovenian Handball Federation (left), and Joachim Gabrielsson, International Partnership Manager at Solidsport (right), sign the long-term partnership agreement launching RZS TV.The Slovenian Handball Federation (RZS) and Solidsport have announced a groundbreaking long-term partnership to bring the entire Slovenian handball ecosystem – from elite leagues to grassroots – into the digital era.
Ljubljana / Stockholm, June 2025 – As part of this strategic collaboration, a new custom-built OTT platform, RZS TV, will be launched to stream every match live and on demand. The goal is clear: to modernize the way handball is experienced and unlock untapped commercial potential through pay-per-view, subscriptions, and digital sponsorships.
By becoming the first sports federation in Slovenia to digitize an entire sport from top to bottom, RZS is taking a pioneering leap forward. The agreement covers the Men’s 1st Division (Liga NLB), 2nd and 3rd Divisions, Women’s 1st and 2nd Divisions, domestic cup, as well as all youth leagues and national youth championships — setting a new benchmark for what’s possible in Slovenian sport.
“This partnership marks a major step forward in our mission to modernize and grow Slovenian handball,” said Miha Pantelič, Secretary General of the Slovenian Handball Federation. “By embracing new technology and building a digital foundation for the future, we’re creating long-term value for our entire handball community — from the youngest youth players to our top national leagues. We’re excited to set a new benchmark not just for handball, but for sport in Slovenia as a whole.”
Slovenian Handball now also becomes part of a growing international handball network on Solidsport, which already includes long-term partnerships with the Swedish and Finnish Federation, as well as several regional federations in Germany. Something Pantelič and RZS look forward to.
It’s inspiring to stand alongside other leading handball nations in Europe. Joining this growing international network allows us to learn, grow, and raise the profile of Slovenian handball far beyond our borders.
For Solidsport, this marks its first strategic partnership in Slovenia and further solidifies its position as the leading sports streaming provider for federations across Europe. With a unique top-to-bottom partnership model, Solidsport works with hundreds of leagues and clubs, and has already generated over €20 million in streaming revenue for its partners – with more than 100,000 paid streams produced annually.
“We are incredibly proud to partner with the Slovenian Handball Federation,” says Joachim Gabrielsson, International Partnership Manager at Solidsport. “Solidsport has become the go-to platform for federations looking to build sustainable digital models across all levels of sport. With proven success throughout Europe, we’re excited to bring this model to Slovenia and support RZS in transforming how handball is streamed, monetized, and experienced.”
As part of the partnership, RZS TV will offer live and on-demand broadcasts, match statistics, and personalized user experiences. In addition, a custom mobile app will be launched during the 2025/26 season, featuring casting to smart TVs, push notifications, live scores, and tailored content to fans’ favorite teams and leagues.
A major joint investment with AI production leader Spiideo will ensure full-scale coverage of Slovenian handball. As part of the agreement, Spiideo's AI cameras will be installed in all national handball venues during the upcoming season. This will enable high-quality, automated productions for every match at all levels of the sport.
"Our ambition has always been to make every game visible, regardless of level or location," says Gabrielsson.
"With Spiideo, we will secure not only full national coverage but also the highest production quality through their market-leading AI technology. This is a crucial step in bringing a consistent, professional broadcast experience to all of Slovenian handball."
The rollout of RZS TV and all related technology will begin in summer 2025, with the full launch aligned with the start of the 2025/26 season.
Solidsport, a leading sports OTT platform in Europe, stands at the forefront of sports streaming, trusted by 20+ international and national federations, 5000 teams and clubs, and 500 tournaments. With a "From Pay to Play" approach, Solidsport's dynamic ecosystem contributes directly to the success and sustainability of its 5000+ sports broadcasters. The risk-free revenue-sharing model has generated over 20,000,000€ back to federations, leagues, clubs, tournaments, and sporting events, earning trust and acclaim from partners across the sports community.
