Picture this. It's 5:45 a. m.It is too dangerous. The players will never accept you. These were the words running through my mind as I sat waiting for the bus headed to the southern Bahes in Argentina.They were the final words my concerned father had told me only a few hours earlier before my planet departed. I was set to go try out at Argentina Juniors, a best-in-class soccer club that has produced legends like Diego Maradona and current stars today like Alexis Mallister from the Premier League. In that mo ...

This is a story about big money and big sports. They've gone together for years. But recently, there's been an explosion, whether it's pro teams selling for astronomical prices or college players receiving 7 figures for their name, image and likeness. Now big money is reaching down into high school and beyond as parents invest in the dreams of their kids. -The goal is to play major league baseball. Westin: Braison Hoffman is like many young kids in America, chasing big dreams and facing long odds. -It's wei ...

This is Wall Street week. I'm Michael McKee in for David Westin who's out on assignment. This week, the news all of Wall Street has been waiting for President Donald Trump announcing his pick for the next chair the Federal Reserve.Kevin Warsh, a former bank executive and Fed Governor during George W. Bush’s presidency, is set to take over from Jay Powell when he leaves t the seat in May, pending confirmation in the Senate. On the heels of Trump's announce I spoke with Fed Governor Stephen Miran who might fi ...

It's not easy leading a little league team. The bad attitudes, the petty drama, immaturity, and that's just coming from some of the adults watching the game. Youth coaches nationwide now say one of their biggest concerns isn't the kids playing, it's the parents in the stands.>> Coaches say these viral brawls in the bleachers are all too common. This fight broke out in Florida this month after police say a player's dad attacked the umpire's dad after the 21-year-old umpire gave a warning to his kid's coach. ...

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Youth Sports Landscape - Youth sports have seen an acceleration in the developmental cycle, with pressure to specialize in a single sport starting as early as 10-12 years old [8][9] - This early specialization leads to more skilled young athletes but potentially less well-rounded and ultimately worse athletes in the long term [10][11] - The focus on outcomes in youth sports overshadows the importance of the process of improvement, development, and building mental and physical toughness [15][16] - Youth sports are becoming increasingly nationalized and influenced by social media, with rankings and evaluations starting at very young ages [14][15] Youth, Inc. Business Model and Growth - Youth, Inc aims to be a one-stop shop for all things youth sports, offering education, empowerment, entertainment, and equipment [54] - The company has raised private equity money in a seed round and plans to acquire new brands and partnerships with schools and travel ball organizations [49][53] - Youth, Inc is experiencing rapid growth in both content and commerce, featuring interviews with prominent figures and offering premium fan wear [50][44] - The company recognizes the potential for exploitation in youth sports and aims to improve experiences for kids and those around them [47][46] Nutrition in Youth Sports - Access to information and training has led to improved nutrition and body care among young athletes [35][36] - Nutrition is important for energy levels and overall function, not just physical appearance [38] - While moderation is key, young kids should still be allowed to enjoy treats like hot dogs and soda [39][40]

Parents are spending nearly $1,500 annually per child on youth sports, but strategies like reusing gear, staying local, and meal prepping can help keep costs manageable. https://t.co/Y30Xp0Rr2W ...

Talk to us about the opportunity in youth sports. What's the through line for youth sports from an investment perspective. So from an investment perspective, it's massively fragmented, right.So the demand is there. I think the you people again calculate it differently. I calculate the youth sports business at about $40 billion growing, you know, high single digits a year.Our own business is growing much faster than that. But um it's if you think about it, most people who run a youth sports business is a rel ...