Modern Sports Academy Logo Design

I'm seeking a talented graphic designer to create a modern logo for my new sports academy launching in three months. The logo should include both a name and an icon.

Requirements:
- Modern design style
- Predominantly blue and white color palette
- Sports-related graphic as the icon

Ideal skills and experience:
- Proven experience in logo design, especially for sports brands
- Strong portfolio showcasing modern design
- Proficiency in creating recognizable sports-related graphics
- Ability to work within a specific color palette

Looking forward to your creative proposals!