The Price of Participation: How Sports Are Breaking the Bank for Families The latest research on the cost of community sports is a wake up call for parents, policymakers, and sporting organizations.
A study commissioned by the Australian Sports Commission found that the average annual total cost for a child to play in a community sport competition is $4,567 – nearly twice what previous reports had suggested.
This figure includes not just registration fees, equipment, and uniforms but also lost parental income due to sporting commitments, travel costs, and accommodation expenses.