Grand Slate vs. Stack Sports / Sports Connect
Stack Sports and Sports Connect are being retired
Stack Sports merged with PlayMetrics, and Sports Connect — the platform many youth leagues have been required to use — is reported to be winding down, with a target sunset by 2027. If your league is already facing that move, it's worth seeing what a simpler, self-serve alternative looks like before you're forced to pick one.
| Grand Slate | Stack Sports / Sports Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting started | Self-serve — create a club in minutes, no sales call | Demo required before you can see the product or sign up |
| Pricing | Published tiers, starting free — forever, no card required | Per-transaction fee plus a setup fee, quote-only |
| Registration fees | Comes out of your club's payout — parents pay exactly your listed price | Fee structure varies by contract — check your current terms |
| Free tier | Yes — Starter plan covers scheduling and facilities, no card required | No published free tier |
| Moving your season over | Email us — we'll help you bring your rosters and schedule across | Depends on your migration timeline with the vendor |
Claims about Stack Sports / Sports Connect reflect publicly available information as of July 2026 and may have changed since — please confirm current terms directly with the vendor. Nothing here is legal or financial advice.