Sources & References

All Kids Sports is committed to transparency. Below are the credible sources and research that inform the statistics and claims made on our website.

Aspen Institute Project Play

Multiple Studies Referenced:

  • Youth Sports Parent Survey: Average family spending on youth sports ($1,016 for primary sport, ~$1,500 annually)
  • Cost & Access Study: Low-income youth are 6 times more likely to quit sports due to financial barriers

The Aspen Institute Project Play conducts comprehensive research on youth sports participation, access, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on athletic engagement.

World Health Organization (WHO)

Research on Childhood Obesity: Data on the disparity between low-income and high-income youth obesity rates (27% vs 18%)

The WHO provides global health data and research on childhood obesity, physical activity, and health inequities linked to socioeconomic status.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Childhood Obesity Research: Epidemiological data on obesity rates and health risks among low-income youth populations

The CDC monitors health trends and conducts research on childhood obesity, physical activity, and the social determinants of health disparities in the United States.

Save Youth Sports

Academic Achievement Research: Data showing student athletes have a 99.4% graduation rate compared to 93.51% for non-athletes

Save Youth Sports advocates for the importance of athletic participation in student success and educational outcomes.

Photography

Stock Photography via Pexels: Free stock photos of youth sports and athletics used throughout the website

  • Community sports and recreational images
  • Children engaged in various athletic activities

Our Commitment to Accuracy

All Kids Sports believes in data-driven decision making and transparent communication. We use peer-reviewed research and established health organizations to inform our mission and messaging. If you have questions about any of our sources or claims, we're happy to provide more detailed information.