Sports Connect Alternatives: What You Should Know Before the 2027 Sunset
Sports Connect Alternatives: What You Should Know Before the 2027 Sunset
Recent announcements from AYSO have confirmed that Sports Connect and the Association Platform will be sunset in 2027, with organizations transitioning to PlayMetrics as part of a broader parent-company technology strategy.
While full details around timelines, pricing, and migration paths have not yet been publicly shared, many leagues, clubs, and associations are beginning to evaluate their options early. If you’re planning rather than waiting to be pushed into a transition, you’re not alone.
Recent announcements from AYSO have confirmed that Sports Connect and the Association Platform will be sunset in 2027, with organizations transitioning to PlayMetrics as part of a broader parent-company technology strategy.
While full details around timelines, pricing, and migration paths have not yet been publicly shared, many leagues, clubs, and associations are beginning to evaluate their options early. If you’re planning rather than waiting to be pushed into a transition, you’re not alone.
What Are the Main Options After Sports Connect?
What Are the Main Options After Sports Connect?
With Sports Connect being sunset in 2027, organizations are
generally considering one of two paths:
With Sports Connect being sunset in 2027, organizations are generally considering one of two paths:
Option 1: Transition to PlayMetrics
Option 1: Transition to PlayMetrics
PlayMetrics has been identified as the platform Sports Connect organizations will transition to as part of the parent company’s broader ecosystem strategy.
For some organizations, this may be a natural next step. However, administrators evaluating this option often want clarity on:
Platform complexity and learning curve
Pricing transparency
Long-term flexibility
Whether additional tools or modules are required
PlayMetrics has been identified as the platform Sports Connect organizations will transition to as part of the parent company’s broader ecosystem strategy.
For some organizations, this may be a natural next step. However, administrators evaluating this option often want clarity on:
Platform complexity and learning curve
Pricing transparency
Long-term flexibility
Whether additional tools or modules are required
Option 2: Explore Independent Sports Connect Alternatives
Option 2: Explore Independent Sports Connect Alternatives
Other organizations are using this moment to evaluate independent platforms that are not tied to a single governing ecosystem.
These organizations often prioritize:
One all-in-one system instead of multiple connected tools
Clear, predictable pricing
Volunteer-friendly workflows
The ability to choose a platform on their own timeline
Other organizations are using this moment to evaluate independent platforms that are not tied to a single governing ecosystem.
These organizations often prioritize:
One all-in-one system instead of multiple connected tools
Clear, predictable pricing
Volunteer-friendly workflows
The ability to choose a platform on their own timeline
At this time, many organizations using Sports Connect are making the switch to TeamLinkt.
At this time, many organizations using Sports Connect are making the switch to TeamLinkt.
TeamLinkt vs. PlayMetrics Comparison
PlayMetrics has been identified as the platform Sports Connect organizations will transition to as part of the parent company’s broader technology strategy. Here’s what you need to know about PlayMetrics in comparison to TeamLinkt:
TeamLinkt vs. PlayMetrics Comparison
PlayMetrics has been identified as the platform Sports Connect organizations will transition to as part of the parent company’s broader technology strategy. Here’s what you need to know about PlayMetrics in comparison to TeamLinkt:
Consideration
Consideration
Platform Model
Platform Model
Ecosystem-based
Ecosystem-based
Independent
Independent
All-in-One System
All-in-One System
May require multiple Stack tools
May require multiple Stack tools
Single unified platform
Single unified platform
Pricing Visibility
Pricing Visibility
Demo-gated
Demo-gated
Transparent
Transparent
Ease of Use
Ease of Use
Steeper learning curve (reported by users)
Steeper learning curve (reported by users)
Designed for volunteers
Designed for volunteers
Fundraising Tools
Fundraising Tools
Not core
Not core
Built-in
Built-in
Ultimately, TeamLinkt will offer more competitive pricing and a ready-to-go system that your team can confidently transition from Sports Connect in as little as 24-hours.
Ultimately, TeamLinkt will offer more competitive pricing and a ready-to-go system that your team can confidently transition from Sports Connect in as little as 24-hours.
Why Sports Organizations Choose TeamLinkt
Why Sports Organizations Choose TeamLinkt
No Switching Between Separate Tools
No Switching Between Separate Tools
Run your entire season from one platform instead of bouncing between disconnected Stack Sports products. Registration, scheduling, websites, communication, scoring, team app, and tournament all work together seamlessly.
Run your entire season from one platform instead of bouncing between disconnected Stack Sports products. Registration, scheduling, websites, communication, scoring, team app, and tournament all work together seamlessly.
Clear, Transparent Pricing Without Hidden Fees
TeamLinkt offers one transparent pricing model that doesn’t hide behind a demo request and a pricing negotiation. What you see is what you pay.
One Team Supporting Your Entire Platform Experiencerdable, Transparent Pricing
Get direct support from one knowledgeable team instead of navigating multiple support channels tied to different Stack Sports tools. Faster answers, better guidance, zero confusion.
One Team Supporting Your Entire Platform Experience
Get direct support from one knowledgeable team instead of navigating support tickets and waiting for responses. Faster answers, better guidance, zero confusion.
A Consistent Experience for Admins, Coaches, and Families
A Consistent Experience for Admins, Coaches, and Families
Every feature works the same way across the entire platform, keeping your organization consistent and easier to manage. No disjointed workflows or mismatched user experience.
Every feature works the same way across the entire platform, keeping your organization consistent and easier to manage. No disjointed workflows or mismatched user experience.
Clear, Transparent Pricing Without Hidden Fees
TeamLinkt offers one transparent pricing model with no hidden charges for separate modules, sub-brands or payment tools. What you see is what you pay.
The Fastest-Growing Team Management App in Sports
The TeamLinkt Team App makes it easy for coaches, parents, and players to stay organized, send messages, track attendance, and never miss a moment.
Clear, Transparent Pricing Without Hidden Fees
TeamLinkt offers one transparent pricing model with no hidden charges for separate modules, sub-brands or payment tools. What you see is what you pay.
How Switching to TeamLinkt from Sports Connect Works
How Switching to TeamLinkt from Sports Connect Works
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Plan
We help review your league setup and offer support in doing some of the work for you.
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Import
You upload or import teams and rosters (or pull from registration).
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Configure
Set up various workflows and preferences.
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Pilot
Run a preseason/test event.
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Go-Live
Training for admins & volunteers; live support.
checklist
Review
Post-launch check to confirm your experience.
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Plan
We help review your league setup and offer support in doing some of the work for you.
event
Pilot
We can help you run a few tests.
downloading
Import
You upload or import teams, rosters, and other data (or pull from registration).
rocket
Go-Live
Training for admins & volunteers; live support.
settings
Configure
Set up various workflows and preferences.
checklist
Review
Post-launch check to confirm your experience.
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Sports
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Solutions
Resources
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Roslyn Flag Football Upgrades From Sports Connect to TeamLinkt
In 2024, Roslyn Flag Football League (RFFL) moved from Sports Connect to TeamLinkt’s All-in-One Platform. The switch gave them a smoother registration process, clearer communication, and a significantly better experience for administrators, coaches, players and families.
Roslyn Flag Football Upgrades From Sports Connect to TeamLinkt
In 2024, Roslyn Flag Football League (RFFL) moved from Sports Connect to TeamLinkt’s All-in-One Platform. The switch gave them a smoother registration process, clearer communication, and a significantly better experience for administrators, coaches, players and families.
“TeamLinkt has transformed the way we manage our league! The platform is incredibly user-friendly, and the transition was seamless thanks to their responsive and supportive customer service. From scheduling to communication, everything is streamlined, making our operations more efficient and providing a better experience for our members. TeamLinkt has truly been a game-changer for us!”
KL
Keith Landsberg
Commissioner
Before joining TeamLinkt, RFFL faced several challenges with Sports Connect:
Before joining TeamLinkt, RFFL faced several challenges with Sports Connect:
Limited Control: Basic setup and customization were restrictive, making registration harder than it needed to be.
Limited Control: Basic setup and customization were restrictive, making registration harder than it needed to be.
Clunky Interface: The user experience created confusion, leading to frustration for both administrators and families.
Clunky Interface: The user experience created confusion, leading to frustration for both administrators and families.
Slow Support: Delayed responses and minimal hands-on help made resolving issues frustrating.
Slow Support: Delayed responses and minimal hands-on help made resolving issues frustrating.
Feature Gaps: The platform couldn’t support their growing league’s needs, forcing extra tools, manual workarounds, and added admin time.
Feature Gaps: The platform couldn’t support their growing league’s needs, forcing extra tools, manual workarounds, and added admin time.
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