In today's episode, Alexis Smith and I dive into a growing concern for families across the country – the rising cost of youth sports. From regular fees to unexpected expenses, we explore how costs are adding up so there are no surprises as you keep your athletes engaged in sports. We'll share parenting advice & creative tips for cutting costs and discuss the value of investing in your child's athletic development. While the pay-to-play model can be daunting, we'll also highlight the benefits that come with investing in your child's athletic journey. Tune in to find out the real costs to navigate the world of youth sports, because its always better to be informed!

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Cost to play Chart: https://www.playgroundequipment.com/the-average-cost-of-each-childrens-sport/ Since recording this I found the study results: https://www.aspeninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/FINAL-Utah-State-Parent-Survey-Report-1.pdf Pay to play Article: Youth sports have become an expensive, stressful burden on families - Las Vegas Weekly