Gotham Sports & Entertainment Holdings Appoints Matthew Jolles as President & CEO
Wilmington, DE - November 17th, 2025 - Gotham Sports & Entertainment Holdings (GSEH) today announced the appointment of Matthew Jolles as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Jolles will also join Fieldstone Equity Partners as a Senior Partner, strengthening the strategic alignment between GSEH and its equity backers.
Jolles, a visionary leader with extensive experience in youth sports, branding, and organizational innovation, succeeds Evan Mercer, who departed the company last week after two strong years at the helm. His appointment marks a new chapter for GSEH as it continues to expand its footprint in operating multiple sports organizations and events, while building a network of innovative backed ventures that prioritize athlete empowerment, transparency, and family partnership.
“Matthew brings a rare combination of operational expertise, creative vision, and brand excellence,” said Rebecca Lang, Managing Partner at Fieldstone Equity Partners. “His leadership will accelerate GSEH’s growth and ensure that our investment delivers both competitive success and community impact. We are proud to welcome him as a Senior Partner at Fieldstone as well, where his insights will shape our broader portfolio strategy.”
“I am honored to lead Gotham Sports & Entertainment Holdings at this pivotal moment,” said Matthew Jolles, newly named President & CEO of GSEH and Senior Partner at Fieldstone Equity Partners. “Our mission is clear: to differentiate in the youth sports landscape with player roster guarantees, transparent recruiting pathways, and programs that empower athletes and families. By combining Gotham’s innovative model with Fieldstone’s resources, we will set new standards for excellence and integrity in youth sports.”
Under Jolles’ leadership, GSEH will focus on:
- Expanding multi-sport programs such as those already established in soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, and field hockey across the country.
- Launching new tournaments and showcases to maximize recruiting visibility for athletes.
- Enhancing camps and clinics with holistic training, including leadership, resilience, and college-prep education.
- Building a national network of clubs that prioritize transparency, inclusion, and family partnership.
The appointment underscores Fieldstone Equity Partners’ commitment to investing in organizations that combine financial performance with social impact. Jolles’ dual role as CEO of GSEH and Senior Partner at Fieldstone ensures strategic alignment between operational execution and investment oversight.
About Gotham Sports & Entertainment Holdings
GSEH is a visionary youth sports organization dedicated to soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, and field hockey. With a focus on transparency, developmental excellence, and recruiting visibility, GSEH empowers athletes and families through innovative roster guarantees, transparent athlete pathways, and community-driven programming.
About Fieldstone Equity Partners
Fieldstone Equity Partners is a private investment firm specializing in growth-stage companies across sports, entertainment, and consumer sectors. With a focus on equity-driven ventures, Fieldstone partners with visionary leaders to scale organizations that deliver both financial performance and social impact.
