In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the American youth sports industry and expose the business side of what many see as just "kids playing games." From skyrocketing costs of team dues, travel expenses, and private training to the rise of pay-to-play programs, we discuss how this system is designed to benefit businesses more than athletes. We’ll break down the financial burden on families, the pressures on young athletes, and the long-term effects of this model on youth sports participation. Join host Connor Lyons as he rants about the commodification of youth sports and offers insight into how we can prioritize the love of the game over profits.