We were proud to celebrate the winners of the #DigiInventors Challenge Secondary School Edition at the Holyrood Connect Digital Health & Care Scotland 2025 event.
Since its inception, the #DigiInventors Challenge has empowered hundreds of young people, equipping them with digital and entrepreneurial skills, creative thinking, and the confidence to address pressing health challenges in their communities.
In 2024, participants were tasked with a unique challenge: using digital technology and e-gaming to reimagine the game of field hockey. The aim was to boost physical activity, increase participation, and enhance the well-being of young people. Teams were encouraged to incorporate ideas that also had a positive environmental impact, with extra points awarded for concepts supporting net carbon zero goals.
Out of 182 students, EvoGrip emerged as the winning team. After four years of dedication to the challenge, the Scottish winners from Merchiston Castle School in Edinburgh captured the judges’ attention with their truly innovative solution.
EvoGrip is a smart hockey stick grip designed to promote a healthy, active lifestyle while enhancing performance on the field.
Key features include:
Detailed Analytics: Providing insights into performance.
Wireless Data Transfer: Enabling seamless sharing of performance data.
Solar-Powered Battery: Offering sustainable power.
Friendly Competition and Goal-Setting: Inspiring players to improve their game while enjoying the sport.
Watch their winning showreel:
Congratulations to the team for their hard work, creativity, and perseverance!
Learn more about the #DigiInventors challenge: https://www.digiinventors.com/
Get Involved
If you would like to learn more about the #DigiInventors Challenge or explore ways to support future editions, please get in touch with Grant Reilly, Head of Marketing and Communications at the Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre.