Question 1

What is S•P•A•C•E?

Accepted Answer

S•P•A•C•E is an AI-powered platform by Athlete Solutions Group that helps youth sports organizations find local business sponsors. It searches 27+ data sources to identify businesses likely to sponsor youth sports in any U.S. postal code. S•P•A•C•E stands for Sponsors, Professionals, Athletes, Coaches, and Evaluators.

Question 2

How does S•P•A•C•E find youth sports sponsors?

Accepted Answer

The platform uses AI to search across 27+ data sources simultaneously, including Brave Search, Google Places, Yelp, Better Business Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, SBA databases, IRS 990 nonprofit filings, Census Bureau data, and sports association directories to find businesses with community involvement history.

Question 3

How much does it cost to use S•P•A•C•E?

Accepted Answer

Creating an account is free. A.P.E.X. athletic assessments are $79 per athlete. B.A.S.E. assessments are $99 per athlete (sponsored/grant-funded). Background checks for coaches and volunteers are $99 each.

Question 4

What is a T.A.P. in youth sports?

Accepted Answer

T.A.P. stands for Target Athlete Population — the estimated number of youth athletes in a given geographic area. This metric helps coaches and sponsors understand the reach and impact of sponsorship in a specific postal code.

Question 5

What are A.P.E.X. and B.A.S.E. assessments?

Accepted Answer

A.P.E.X. ($79/athlete) and B.A.S.E. ($99/athlete, sponsored) are standardized athletic performance evaluations by Athlete Solutions Group that measure speed, agility, strength, endurance, and sport-specific skills, providing objective data for athlete development and recruiting.

Question 6

Is S•P•A•C•E available nationwide?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S•P•A•C•E works with any U.S. postal code. The AI engine can search and discover potential sponsors in any geographic area across the United States, from major cities to small towns.

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