The Baller League is owned and co-founded by German entrepreneur Felix Starck, with backing and involvement from former professional footballers Mats Hummels and Lukas Podolski. The league also has significant investment from EQT Ventures, a venture capital firm. Felix Starck serves as the CEO of Baller League, which launched in Germany in 2024 and expanded to the UK and US in 2025 and 2026 respectively. The league is designed as an indoor six-a-side football competition blending professional football with entertainment and social media influence, with celebrity and influencer involvement as team presidents and partners.
