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Private Equity and Youth Sports | Salt Lake City News
Youth sports are getting shockingly expensive as private equity firms buy up leagues and facilities, pricing kids out of the game. With nearly 60 million kids involved in a $40 billion industry, families now spend over $1,000 annually — up 46% since 2019 — and travel league costs are even steeper. Critics say profit is replacing play, turning community programs into corporate ventures. While some argue private investment helps upgrade facilities, others warn it leads to monopolies, higher fees, and fewer choices. State attorneys general are already investigating anti-competitive practices in…
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