Lori and Keil from Stonewall Sports' Kansas City chapter share how their LGBTQIA+ nonprofit has grown into a hub for connection and inclusivity with 8 leagues and 2,000 players. They reveal how their volunteer-run model, creative cost strategies, and unique offerings like virtual reality sports make recreational sports accessible while building a welcoming community.

Shawn, founder of League Joe, shares how the organization has grown from a small Indianapolis softball league to a multi-state sports network by creating a unique draft system that blends competitive balance with inclusivity. He explains how League Joe’s focus on social connections, flexible pricing, and partnerships with local commissioners has fostered a welcoming league culture and positioned the organization for rapid expansion across the country.

Norm, leader of United Flag Football Leagues (UFFL), shares how UFFL has expanded to support over 50 sanctioned leagues across the U.S. by standardizing rules, certifying referees, and ranking teams for national competition. He reveals how UFFL’s partnerships with local governments, data-driven player rankings, and live streaming initiatives have fueled growth and built a cohesive flag football community nationwide.

JD, President of the DFW Adult Baseball Association (DFW-ABA), has grown the league from 10 to 65 teams since 1992. In this episode, he shares how he manages competitive divisions across multiple age groups, tackles field challenges, and fosters a strong player community over his 30 years of leadership.

Joanne, Executive Director of the Greater Seattle Soccer League (GSSL), leads one of the oldest and largest adult soccer leagues in the Seattle area with over 4,800 members. In this episode, she shares her unique journey from the entertainment industry to managing this enduring organization, revealing how she builds community, maintains competitive balance, and integrates cutting-edge technology.

Mike, the founder of Meet Play Chill, joins us to share how he turned small Saturday night drop-ins into one of Denver's largest sport and social leagues. In this episode, he discusses building a welcoming community, overcoming challenges, and the strategies behind his decade-long success.

Jenna, founder of Volleyball Paradise Club, has grown her club into a dynamic beach volleyball community with four locations across the Tampa Bay area in just over a year. She shares how she built the club from the ground up, growing to over 180 active members, offering flexible league formats, and assembling a dedicated team of 11 professional and semi-professional coaches. Learn how Volleyball Paradise consistently sells out leagues, overcomes court space challenges, and plans for expansion into new cities and international volleyball trips.

Mike, founder of X Flag Football (XFF), has built a successful sports business over 17 years, running leagues across Southern California and seven states with up to 400 teams annually. He shares how he scaled to 12-14 leagues per season and hosts three national tournaments each year. Mike also discusses how his "league for the players by the players" mission, custom gear, and stat-driven recognition have fueled loyalty and nationwide expansion.

Holland, who has turned the Williamsburg Softball League (WSL) into a sought-after, sold-out league with a waitlist, reveals the secrets behind his success for the past decade. He discusses fostering community through local partnerships, while exploring WSL's unique features like its draft process, nine-inning games, and creative sponsorship model.

Kaissa has grown The Tucson Adult Soccer League (TASL) to over 50 teams since she founded it in 2004, emphasizing sportsmanship with strict rules and a family-friendly environment. This episode delves into the league's unique approach to discipline, the crucial role of referees, and how TASL's sportsmanship program prioritizes good behavior over winning.