Ep 329 Are expensive gate fees hurting youth tournament attendance?

Coaching Youth Hoops (Youth Basketball Coach) · Apr 23, 2026 · 14m

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Are expensive gate fees hurting youth tournament attendance?

How much is too much to watch your own kids play?

Many believe high tournament entry fees are just “part of the game”—but is that really true? Bill Flitter and the returning Steve Collins, both coaching veterans, tackle the “gate tax” and shine a light on hidden costs.

Is your team, and your wallet, being squeezed?

Listen and discover:

Why high prices might actually hurt your program’s fanbase.

Creative ways to boost attendance (and energy!) at games.

How to make tournaments accessible for every family.

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