Judging Bouncing Balls
A podcast about youth sports, the parents, the players, the schools and the clubs. We explore the different stories, perspectives and add some of our observations over the years.We use the name Judging Bouncing Balls because of the many times we have witnessed youth players…
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Episode #71 - Private Equity (opens the original)
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In this episode, we discuss the impacts of private equity on youth sports, how it impacts families, costs and how it can help improve conditions for youth sports as well. We also discuss how families can protect themselves and their pocket books as well as some legal battles on the horizon around youth sports. Links to items on the show: NYT coverage of the $40B industry and PE interest: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/09/business/youth-sports-private-equity.html Sports Business Journal on Unriv
Episode #70 - Changes Coming (opens the original)
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We discuss changes coming to the show, like more interviews, more on topics and less person items. This show is more about the experience of Amelia and Macie moving in, how you can encourage your student athletes and how you can balance being a parent and a fan. If you would like to suggest a topic for the show, please reach out on our socials or email us at judgingbouncingballs@gmail.com. If you would like to be on the show to discuss youth sports, please email as well. Thanks for listening!
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