Youth Sports

Volume Three: Rights Holders in Youth Sports (and comparing to Pro)

Market maps, graphics, key stakeholder quotes, and more as we look at pro vs college vs youth and the different rights holder models.

Feb 19 • Andrew Petcash

Volume Two: Inside the Media & Data Infrastructure of Youth Sports

Market maps, key stakeholder quotes, & more as we dive deep into the media control platforms shaping youth sports.

Dec 17, 2025 • Andrew Petcash

Is Youth Sports in a Hype Cycle?

A report + market map on where billions in capital meet fragmentation, hype, and a few clear winners.

Oct 2, 2025 • Andrew Petcash

The New Arms Race in Sports: Education x AI

From Academies to Algorithms. Inside the rise of hyper-personalized training, learning, and scouting.

May 29, 2025 • Andrew Petcash

DICK'S Sporting Goods (and the Great Verticalization of Sports)

Own the product. Own the infrastructure. Own the athlete lifecycle...from youth to adult recreational sports.

May 15, 2025 • Andrew Petcash

The Youth Sports Industrial Complex

A deep dive analyzing the rapidly growing youth sports industry.

Feb 27, 2025 • Andrew Petcash

Everything Runs Through Youth Sports: A Look at the Most Recent Data

Breaking down the incredible new data, insights from investing in the space, and more as the space evolves.

Nov 14, 2024 • Andrew Petcash

Sports Academies: A Behind The Scenes Look

Playing an ever-increasing role in young athlete's careers, we explore the data and unique models in the sports academy space.

Oct 31, 2024 • Andrew Petcash

Mom Economy: The Real Growth Driver in Youth Sports

When you’re selling into the B2C sports market…

Aug 15, 2024 • Andrew Petcash

Latin America: An Untouched Gem for Grassroots Sports Growth

Many of you know I like to explore niche segments within sports (particularly in high-growth markets).

Mar 28, 2024 • Andrew Petcash

The Prep School Effect: A Deep Dive into a Changing Youth Sports World

Landscape is shifting as IMG sold for $1.25B, education is being reshaped, & youth athletes can now make money.

Dec 6, 2023 • Andrew Petcash

Private Equity & Its Impact On Youth Sports

As the money (and interest) in sports increases, the natural progression is downstream.

Jun 9, 2023 • Andrew Petcash

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