Date: October 28, 2025 | Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
Location: Champions Center, LakePoint Sports Campus, Atlanta
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About the Summit
LakePoint Sports, in partnership with presenting sponsor SportsEngine, is hosting the Fifth Annual National Youth Sports Summit on Tuesday, October 28th. This year’s event will be live-streamed globally via the NBC Sports SportsEngine platform, expanding its reach beyond the physical venue.
“As we celebrate the fifth year of the National Youth Sports Summit, we’re proud to convene, connect, and collaborate with leaders across the travel and youth sports industry. At a time when the industry is experiencing exponential growth and investment, this Summit offers a galvanizing moment to celebrate our collective wins, address the opportunities ahead, and continue to collaborate, innovate, and elevate the experience for every athlete, fan, and family.”
— Mark M. O’Brien, President & CEO, LakePoint Sports
Featured Sessions & Speakers
Opening Remarks
- Mark M. O’Brien – President & CEO, LakePoint Sports
- Will McIntosh – President, Digital Platforms and Ventures, Versant
Session Highlights
The Travel and Youth Sports Industry: Hits, Headwinds, and Highlights
- Mark M. O’Brien, LakePoint Sports
- Todd Smith, Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA)
Prioritizing the Fan Experience: Streaming, Access, and Content
- Matt Hong, President, Sports, Versant
Youth Sports Impact: Scale, Momentum, and More
- Bill Seely, President, Varsity Spirit
- Rosie Spaulding, CEO, League One Volleyball (LOVB)
Legacy of Youth Sports: Lifelong Memories and Collectibles
- Darren Rovell, Investor, Media and Business Entrepreneur
- Steve Ziff, CEO, Cllct
Driving the Game Forward: Media, Data, & Deals
- Cameron Korab, Founder, Youth Sports Business Report
- Nick Busto, VP, Video Operations, SportsEngine
- David Rudolph, CEO, PlayOn! Sports
Growing the World’s Biggest Sport: FIFA World Cup Ripple Effect
- Dave Smith, Executive Director, NASA-TopHat
- Bria Garner, Director, Integrated Marketing – FIFA World Cup, Coca-Cola
- Shari Summers, Chief Growth Officer, U.S. Soccer
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2025 Impact Award Recipient: Arthur M. Blank
The Summit will honor Arthur M. Blank, Owner of the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, and AMB Group, with the 2025 Impact Award, presented by LakePoint Sports and Coca-Cola UNITED Bottling Company. Rich McKay, CEO of AMBSE & Atlanta Falcons, will accept on his behalf.
Why Arthur Blank?
Arthur Blank’s influence extends far beyond the sports world:
- Business Pioneer: Co-founder of The Home Depot, transforming the retail industry
- Sports Leader: Owner of Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Philanthropist: The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has donated over $1 billion to causes including education, environment, social justice, and community well-being
- Visionary: Named to Forbes’ list of the World’s 100 Greatest Living Business Minds
“Arthur Blank’s impact on sports, community, and youth development is nothing short of extraordinary. From building world-class organizations to investing in opportunities that inspire the next generation, his leadership continues to shape the future of sports in ways that will resonate for decades to come.”
— Mark M. O’Brien
Who Attends?
The National Youth Sports Summit brings together a diverse community of industry stakeholders:
- Sports business executives
- Private equity and investment leaders
- Media and technology innovators
- Brand and hospitality executives
- Event organizers
- Industry non-profits
- College students preparing for careers in sports
Registration & More Information
Ready to join the conversation shaping the future of youth sports?
Visit: NationalYouthSportsSummit.com
About LakePoint Sports
LakePoint Sports is the premier travel and youth sports destination in the United States, featuring a sprawling 1,300-acre campus with five premium venues:
- Champions Center Indoor Pavilion
- Baseball Village
- Publix Fields
- Beach Pavilion
- Terminus Wake Park
The campus annually hosts millions of guests from around the globe, providing athletes the opportunity to compete against the nation’s best while setting the standard in travel and youth sports excellence.
Learn more: LakePointSports.com
Presented by SportsEngine | Impact Award presented by LakePoint Sports and Coca-Cola UNITED
About Youth Sports Business Report
Youth Sports Business Report is the largest and most trusted source for youth sports industry news, insights, and analysis covering the $54 billion youth sports market. Trusted by over 50,000 followers including industry executives, investors, youth sports parents and sports business professionals, we are the premier destination for comprehensive youth sports business intelligence.
Our core mission: Make Youth Sports Better. As the leading authority in youth sports business reporting, we deliver unparalleled coverage of sports business trends, youth athletics, and emerging opportunities across the youth sports ecosystem.
Our expert editorial team provides authoritative, in-depth reporting on key youth sports industry verticals including:
- Sports sponsorship and institutional capital (Private Equity, Venture Capital)
- Youth Sports events and tournament management
- NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) developments and compliance
- Youth sports coaching and sports recruitment strategies
- Sports technology and data analytics innovation
- Youth sports facilities development and management
- Sports content creation and digital media monetization
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