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Strengthening Youth Sports: Brightspeed and TeamSnap's Revitalized Partnership

In an inspiring move to uplift youth sports across rural and suburban areas, Brightspeed, the nation’s third-largest fiber builder, has expanded its partnership with TeamSnap, the leading youth sports management platform. This collaboration aims to provide significant support to underserved communities by enhancing access to youth sports programs.

Since November 2024, Brightspeed has effectively leveraged TeamSnap's unique sponsorship platform, which has already facilitated support for over 60 youth sports leagues spanning across 20 states. This momentum continues into 2026 with Brightspeed committing to sponsor an additional 25 leagues, thereby broadening its reach to even more young athletes.

Tali Kulbeda, Brightspeed's head of local marketing and partnerships, expressed the organization's belief that robust communities thrive on connection and opportunities. "Youth sports sit right at that intersection," she remarked. The partnership with TeamSnap empowers the company to dismantle barriers facing families in these communities, underscoring Brightspeed’s long-term local commitment.

To date, Brightspeed has awarded over 330 scholarships, benefiting more than 26,000 young athletes involved in various youth sports—such as soccer, baseball, softball, football, basketball, and volleyball. Notably, in 2026, an additional 12,500 kids and families will be reached through these initiatives, further solidifying the impact of this partnership.

Nicole McCormack, TeamSnap's senior vice president and general manager of Brand Solutions, commented on the critical role youth sports play in these communities, stating, "Together with Brightspeed, we're bringing the power of youth sports to more people in the places that matter most."

The TeamSnap sponsorship platform has already contributed more than $19 million to youth sports by forming connections between local leagues and national partners. Through these collaborations, participation costs are lowered via scholarships and equipment support, while brands engage locally through jersey sponsorships, field signage, and digital communication.

About Brightspeed

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Brightspeed operates in 20 states and provides broadband and telecommunications services through a sophisticated network capable of serving over 7.3 million homes and businesses. The company is dedicated to constructing a future where more communities experience the benefits of being interconnected, deploying a state-of-the-art fiber network paired with a customer experience that makes connectivity as seamless as possible. For more information, please visit Brightspeed's website.

About TeamSnap

With over 15 years of experience in youth sports technology, TeamSnap is the number one sports management platform, supporting more than 19,000 sports organizations and engaging over 30 million parents, players, coaches, and administrators in over 100 different sports and activities. The platform not only streamlines sports organization but also encourages a thriving community where brands can invest in youth sports sponsorships, positively impacting communities and providing more opportunities for children to participate in sports. To learn more, visit TeamSnap’s website and follow them on social media platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

This renewed partnership between Brightspeed and TeamSnap signifies a profound commitment to youth sports, fostering community growth while ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder a child's opportunity to play. Together, these organizations are building a brighter future for youth sports across the nation.