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Brice Cherry: You shouldn't need to take out a loan to attend a ball game

Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by By BRICE CHERRY, Waco Tribune-Herald · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

From FIFA to the NFL, from the NBA to the NHL, leagues are pricing out the average sports fan and killing off their base.

Why this matters in The Waco

The trend of pricing out average sports fans is not unique to professional leagues, and Waco residents may be feeling the pinch when attending local sporting events. As the cost of attending a ball game continues to rise, it's likely that some McLennan County families will be forced to make tough decisions about how to allocate their entertainment budget. This could have a ripple effect on local businesses that rely on game-day crowds, such as restaurants and shops near venues. Furthermore, the decline of affordable sports viewing options may also impact the sense of community that comes with cheering on local teams, potentially altering the fabric of Waco's sports culture. As the city continues to grow and develop, it will be interesting to see how local event organizers and venue managers respond to the challenge of making sports accessible to a broad range of fans.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: Waco Tribune-Herald · Reading time: 1 min

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Brice Cherry: You shouldn't need to take out a loan to attend a ball game

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