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Private equity's grip on youth sports raises affordability fears
Original: Parents, young athletes concerned about private equity's effect on youth sports affordability
Parents and young athletes are voicing concern that private equity investment in youth sports is driving up costs and making participation less affordable for ordinary families. As private firms acquire clubs, training facilities and leagues, critics worry rising fees will sideline children from lower-income households and change the character of community-based sports.
Why now: Growing private equity ownership of youth sports organisations is pushing up costs, prompting families to speak out.
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- Parents, young athletes concerned about private equity's effect on youth sports affordability · Spectrum News
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