https://teachhoops.com/ Are expensive gate fees hurting youth tournament attendance? How much is too much to watch your own kids play? Many believe high tournament entry fees are just “part of the game”—but is that really true? Bill Flitter and the returning Steve Collins, both coaching veterans, tackle the “gate tax” and shine a light on hidden costs. Is your team, and your wallet, being squeezed? Listen and discover: Why high prices might actually hurt your program’s fanbase. Creative ways to boost attendance (and energy!) at games. How to make tournaments accessible for every family. Let's change the game together! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a 5-star review. 💲Unlock More Revenue at your Tournament. Reward the Stands.https://sideline.pro/ 👷🏼Build a season-long practice plan in 60 seconds: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/basketball-practice-plan/ ✅Download FREE Season Planning Checklist: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/season-checklist/ 📈 AI Game Analytics for Youth Teams: https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ai Keywords Coaching Youth Hoops Podcast, Bill Flitter, Steve Collins, state title, basketball tournament, gate tax, tournament entry fee, youth sports, rising costs, tournament expenses, post-COVID sports costs, college coaches attendance, tournament revenue, parents’ expenses, airfare costs, hotel costs, gate fees, social media complaints, gate rage, tournament pricing, parking fees, bottled water markup, youth basketball, tournament operator challenges, fan density, Sideline Pro, loyalty program, ticket pre-order discounts, companion passes, tournament attendance, alternatives for tournament operators Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices