On average, families spend over $1,000 for their child to play their primary sport

 
 
 

The cost to play popular sports has nearly doubled since before the pandemic

 
 
 

Middle- and upper-income families are spending more than the national average

 
Learn more about costs to play
 
 

Kids are being pressured to specialize in one sport

 
 
 

Managing a child’s youth sports career is a major (and growing) time commitment for parents

 
More Insights from the National Youth Sport Parent Survey
 
 

Parents recognize the value of trained coaches, but the requirements and costs of coach training are rising

 
How Organizations are Meeting the Million Coaches Challenge
 
 

Long-term injuries, like ACL tears, are increasing among young athletes

Get involved with the National ACL Injury Coalition