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For many of us, grassroots sports are where it all begins. Whether it’s football, cricket, or rugby, local clubs shape communities, teach life skills, and bring people together. But there’s a serious problem—these clubs are folding at an alarming rate.

This week on MarketPulse: Pros and Pioneers, we sit down with Alex Fitchett, co-founder of PitchIn, to uncover the financial struggles that grassroots sports clubs face—and what can be done to save them. From the hidden costs of running a youth football team to the complexities of fundraising, Alex shares insights from his own experience in cricket and football, as well as how technology is helping clubs raise money more efficiently.

🚨 If you think youth sports are affordable, think again. Clubs are struggling with rising costs, committee politics, and outdated fundraising models, leaving volunteers overwhelmed. Alex reveals how PitchIn is solving these problems—and why he built the platform in the first place.

🔑 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why grassroots sports clubs are shutting down
• The hidden costs that most parents don’t see
• How tech can save local teams from financial collapse
• The challenges of marketing to volunteers and committee-run organisations
• How to successfully fundraise without constantly begging for donations

⚽ If you’re involved in grassroots sports—or just care about the future of local clubs—this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/@marketpulsepodcast?sub_confirmation=1

Show Links:

Find out more about PitchIn: https://www.pitchinplatform.com
Connect with Alex Fitchett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfitchett/

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Find Paul on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paul-banks007

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