Since 2003, i9 Sports®, the nation's first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States, has served 2.5 million participants at over 925 locations across 30 states nationwide. Based in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports has replaced a high pressure, adult-centered experience with a child-centered model that puts fun first. Customers enjoy the i9 Sports Experience which emphasizes age-appropriate instruction that is fun for kids and convenient for today's busy families. It's the Way Youth Sports Should Be®. 

With 15 consecutive years of record-revenue, franchise owners offer youth sports programs for boys and girls in popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and ZIP Lacrosse™. i9 Sports is ranked in Entrepreneur’s prestigious list of top 500 franchises, featured as a top 100 Game Changer by Franchise Dictionary, and selected as a Project Play Champion by the Aspen Institute for taking meaningful actions to encourage multi-sport sampling and help grow national youth sports participation rates.

To learn more about i9 Sports youth sports programs and locations, visit www.i9sports.com. For more information on i9 Sports franchising opportunities, visit www.i9sportsfranchise.com.



i9 Sports

Matt Kurowski

Jamie Linn

Laura Butcaris

Pegah Jimenez

Brandy Zickefoose

The Franchise Operations team at i9 Sports is responsible for supporting and training franchise owners to ensure they deliver a child-centered sports experience that aligns with the company's mission. This team develops and implements best practices, oversees franchise development, and fosters communication among multiple franchise owners to drive growth and enhance operational efficiency. Their ultimate goal is to maintain the quality of the i9 Sports Experience while expanding the league’s presence across the nation.

Franchise Operations

The Sports Coaching and Instruction team at i9 Sports is dedicated to delivering high-quality, age-appropriate sports training that prioritizes fun and skill development for youth participants. This team comprises coaches, instructors, and managers who oversee practices and games, ensure a positive experience for young athletes, and provide guidance to franchise owners on maintaining the i9 Sports approach. Their primary goal is to foster a love for sports while teaching essential teamwork and sportsmanship skills in a supportive environment.

Sports Coaching and Instruction

The Leadership Team at i9 Sports is responsible for setting the strategic vision and operational direction of the company. This team collaborates across various functional areas, including finance, marketing, and program development, to enhance the i9 Sports Experience and ensure the organization continues to grow its franchise opportunities. By focusing on child-centered sports programming and fostering a positive culture, the Leadership Team drives initiatives that prioritize fun and inclusivity in youth sports.

Leadership Team

The Marketing and Communications team at i9 Sports drives brand awareness and engagement through strategic marketing initiatives and communications efforts. They develop and execute campaigns that highlight i9 Sports' child-centered approach to youth sports, manage digital marketing and social media platforms, and create promotional materials to attract participants and franchise owners. By fostering strong relationships with customers and the community, the team enhances the i9 Sports Experience and supports the company's growth and reputation in the youth sports industry.

i9 Sports

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Franchise Operations

Sports Coaching and Instruction

Leadership Team

Marketing and Communications

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i9 Sports

Org chart

Teams

Franchise Operations

Sports Coaching and Instruction

Leadership Team

Marketing and Communications

Offices

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