Lottery-Style Fantasy Baseball Platform
SportsBall
SportsBall is a fantasy sports and online betting platform where users pick MLB players to form their lineup and win cash prizes based on live scoring. Combining fantasy gameplay with a lottery-style twist, SportsBall makes sports predictions fast, fun, and rewarding.
Visit ProjectOverview
SportsBall blends fantasy baseball with lottery-style gameplay. Users select 5 MLB players from a pool of 70, plus one bonus ‘SportsBall’ player from a pool of 25. Based on live scoring data, the top-performing lineups win cash and bonus prizes — including a progressive jackpot for perfect picks. The platform provides real-time scoring, multi-entry contests, and secure transactions powered by Stripe.
Services Provided
Objectives
Create a lottery-style fantasy sports platform focused on MLB games.
Integrate a live sports scoring API for real-time player performance tracking.
Develop secure payment workflows using Stripe for deposits and withdrawals.
Offer a seamless cross-device experience through responsive web design.
Approach
We designed SportsBall as a high-performance web platform built with Next.js and TypeScript for smooth user interaction. The backend, powered by Node.js and MongoDB, handles live scoring updates, player stats, and contest logic. Stripe was integrated for secure deposits and withdrawals, while the admin dashboard enables full control over contests, user management, and payouts. The UX focuses on fast navigation and an exciting, game-like experience.
Frontend Development (Next.js + TypeScript)
The SportsBall frontend was designed for speed, clarity, and user engagement using Next.js 14 and TypeScript.
Clean, responsive UI built with Tailwind CSS for mobile and desktop.
Dynamic leaderboard and real-time contest updates using WebSocket.
Optimized routing and caching for smooth gameplay across sessions.
Integrated motion and transitions for immersive user experience.
Backend Development (Node.js + MongoDB)
The backend powers the game logic, user system, and contest operations with real-time accuracy.
Developed APIs for contests, lineups, scoring updates, and payouts.
Integrated a third-party live scoring API for real-time data.
Built contest validation and jackpot logic for winnings calculation.
Used MongoDB for scalable data storage and quick retrieval.
Stripe Payment Integration
Secure transactions are handled through the Stripe API, enabling users to deposit, play, and withdraw funds safely.
Stripe integration for deposits, wallet management, and payouts.
Implemented KYC and geo-restriction checks for compliance.
Real-time balance updates and payment confirmation via webhooks.
Transaction logs accessible from the admin dashboard.
Live Scoring Integration
A live data feed updates user leaderboards and winnings in real time.
Integrated third-party live scoring APIs for MLB statistics.
Automated point assignment based on real-time performance metrics.
Built leaderboard synchronization to reflect live match progress.
Ensured fault tolerance during API downtime using local caching.
Admin Dashboard & Contest Management
A custom dashboard allows admins to manage users, contests, withdrawals, and bonus events easily.
Comprehensive admin panel built with React and secured routes.
Manual and automatic approval for withdrawals and bonuses.
Contest creation tools with flexible reward structures.
User management, tracking, and compliance monitoring.
Testing & Deployment
To ensure smooth performance and reliability during high-traffic hours, the platform underwent rigorous testing.
E2E and unit testing for contest logic and scoring modules.
Continuous deployment through Vercel and CI/CD pipelines.
Load testing to ensure scalability under peak user volume.
Results
live contests hosted
user base growth
jackpot pool
Conclusion
SportsBall delivers an exciting blend of fantasy baseball and lottery-style betting, powered by real-time scoring and secure payment systems. Designed for both casual and competitive players, it offers instant gratification, fair gameplay, and massive jackpot opportunities — all with a single tap.
