In many parts of the country, rec leagues are dying out as girls get older in age - and more and more travel or tournament leagues are born. For so many families, travel and tournament ball is a daunting endeavor simply because the reality is it costs a lot of money.  Not only do you have team expenses, but you have actual travel expenses, may need to take time off work, will have to pay for lessons so your daughter can keep up with her peers competitively and stay in the game - and a host of other expenses outside of just providing the equipment she needs.  Sadly, many youth sports … [Read more...]