sunshine sport
Sunshine Sports is passionate in sports coaching
Introduction
We collaborated with Sunshine Sports, a leading youth sports training academy in Australia, to design and develop a modern online booking web portal for their indoor and outdoor soccer and cricket training programs. The platform enables parents and students to easily register, book training sessions, choose morning or evening batches, and make secure online payments all through an intuitive digital experience.
Tech stack
- Technologies - WordPress
- Programming Language - Laravel (PHP)
- Database - Mysql
- Payment Gateway - Stripe
Objectives
Requirement Gathering and Analysis
- Collaborated with the client to understand existing business operations, challenges, and expectations.
- Collected and analyzed legacy data, manual booking flows, and administrative workflows to identify core inefficiencies.
Information Architecture and Wireframing
- Created a clear information hierarchy to structure content, user journeys, and process flows.
- Established a mobile first layout to ensure smooth usability across devices.
UI/UX Design and Prototyping
- Developed high-fidelity Figma prototypes emphasizing ease of navigation, engaging visuals, and clear calls to action such as “Find a Program” and “Book Now.”
- Conducted internal usability testing sessions to validate design flow before handover to development.
Backend and Frontend Development
- Frontend: Implemented responsive layouts using React.js and Bootstrap, ensuring cross platform consistency.
- Backend: Built on Laravel, providing robust API endpoints for batch scheduling, booking, payments, and notifications.
Quality Assurance and Testing
- Conducted unit, integration, and end-to-end testing to ensure the accuracy and stability of booking and payment processes.
- Performed usability and regression testing to validate smooth user flow across all modules.
Post-Launch Monitoring and Optimization
- Implemented analytics dashboards to monitor user engagement, batch occupancy, and payment performance.
- Optimized APIs and database performance to handle growing traffic and booking requests efficiently.
Development Process
UI/UX Design
- Crafted in Figma, featuring clean layouts and intuitive navigation for parents and students.
Frontend Development
- Implemented responsive designs for seamless desktop and mobile experiences.
Backend Development
- Developed APIs for booking management, payment processing, and session tracking.
Admin Panel
- Built for real-time control over batch scheduling, user management, and financial reporting.
Frontend Focus
- Focused on an intuitive booking flow with clear Soccer and Cricket filters by sport, location, and batch (Morning/Evening) for easy discovery and navigation.
Responsive Layout
- The entire web portal was built with modern frameworks to ensure a flawless experience across all devices from desktop monitors to mobile phones a necessity for busy parents booking on the go.
Modular Development
- The core components (Login, Registration, Batch Calendar, Payment Widget) were built as reusable modules to accelerate development and simplify future maintenance.
CHALLENGES
Data Migration and User Transition
- Migrating legacy data and transitioning existing users into the new digital system required careful planning to maintain data integrity and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
Batch Scheduling and Synchronization
- Managing and synchronizing multiple training batches across various sports, venues, and time slots (morning and evening) posed a significant coordination challenge.
Real-Time Availability Management
- Implementing real-time seat availability and confirmation updates demanded robust back-end logic and optimized server responses to prevent booking conflicts.
Results
Automated Registration Efficiency
Enrollment Growth
Real-Time Communication
Brand Modernization
Solution
Centralized Batch Management
Built a unified system to manage training sessions across multiple venues efficientlyStripe Payment Integration
Enabled secure, real-time online payments with instant confirmations.Automated Email System
Implemented automated booking, payment, and reminder notifications.Role-Based Access
Added structured access levels for students, parents, coaches, and admins.Optimized Database Queries
Improved backend performance for smooth concurrent bookings.Conclusion
The Sunshine Sports Booking Portal transformed manual enrollment into a modern digital system, integrating batch management, payments, and real-time updates. It enhanced convenience, transparency, and efficiency for parents, students, and coaches while strengthening the brand’s identity. The solution reduced admin effort, boosted user satisfaction, and built a scalable foundation for future growth and mobile expansion.
