Dude Perfect, the sports and entertainment media company with more than 100 million subscribers across platforms, has announced the launch of a new weekly digital series titled “Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect.” The show, produced in partnership with Wave Sports & Entertainment, debuts September 10 and marks the group’s first venture into long-form, personality-driven content.

“Almost Athletes” will be hosted by Dude Perfect founding member Garrett Hilbert alongside crew member Kevin “Sparky” Sparkman, with other members of the group appearing on a rotating basis. The audio and video series aims to deliver sports and lifestyle talk infused with the group’s signature humor.

“We love bringing people together in front of the screen, and now we’re excited to join you wherever you are,” Hilbert said in a press release. “This show is all about sharing laughs, building connections, and letting fans get even closer to the DP family.”

The format includes debates, behind-the-scenes stories from stunts and tours, exclusive interviews with guests, and interactive elements incorporating fan submissions.

Garrett Hilbert & Kevin Sparkman

Partnership with Wave

Wave Sports & Entertainment, recently named one of TIME100’s “Most Innovative Companies of 2025,” brings its experience in creator-focused digital programming to the partnership.

“Pairing Wave’s experience creating original series that resonate with today’s digital fans, with Dude Perfect’s incredible brand and track record of internet-leading programming, is a natural fit,” said Mack Sovereign, Chief Content Officer at Wave Sports & Entertainment.

The series joins Wave’s portfolio of original programming, which includes shows with athletes and personalities such as Kylie Kelce, Ilona Maher, Paul George, and Carmelo Anthony.

The launch of “Almost Athletes” coincides with other business expansions for Dude Perfect, including their upcoming theatrical documentary. “Dude Perfect: The Hero Tour” captures footage from their recent 20-city arena tour and will screen in over 800 theaters worldwide beginning September 26.

The group, founded in 2009 by five college friends who created sports trick shot videos, has developed into a diversified media business encompassing content creation, professional sports simulcasts, merchandise, and live events.

Distribution and Availability

New episodes of “Almost Athletes with Dude Perfect” will be released every Wednesday, starting September 10, and will be available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other podcast platforms.

Hasbro joins as an official partner of the series, integrating two new games – “Rebounce” and “Connect 4 Frenzy” – into the show’s content through competitive segments featuring the Dudes.

The launch represents another step in Dude Perfect’s strategy to connect with audiences through multiple distribution channels beyond their core YouTube platform, which currently ranks as the largest sports account on the service with more than 60 million subscribers.

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