Top 10 Youth Sports Conferences in the South in Winter 2026
The South in Winter has 12 Youth Sports conferences on the 2026 calendar.
Florida heads the count with 2; Georgia (2) and Tennessee (2) follow.
Ranked list
10 conferences
1
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Jan 20–22, 2026·Baltimore, MD·2k–5k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Based on 2k–5k annual attendees, USA Lacrosse Convention ranks solidly as a flagship conference within the Youth Sports sector. Entry at $ signals a serious operator audience, which is why Orbital rates it at Platinum informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Youth Sports vertical, the show should be on your shortlist.
2
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Considering <500 registered participants, Stadium Managers Association Annual Seminar stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Youth Sports vertical. Operators building pipeline in the Youth Sports space, this gathering should be on your shortlist.
3
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Jan 16–18, 2026·Franklin, TN·5k–10k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Based on 5k–10k annual attendees, TBCA Coaches Clinic ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Youth Sports sector. Entry at $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Youth Sports category, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
4
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Jan 8–8, 2026·Richmond, VA·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 500–1k registered participants, ECNL Coaching Symposium stands as a Silver-rated gathering for the Youth Sports vertical. Registration at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, leading Orbital to rate it as a Silver event drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Youth Sports market, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
5
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Feb 19–22, 2026·Atlanta, GA·500–1k attendees·$ ticket
Our take
Based on 500–1k annual attendees, US Soccer Annual General Meeting (AGM) ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Youth Sports sector. Entry at $ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Youth Sports space, this gathering deserves a line item in your event budget.
6
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Dec 1–3, 2026·Orlando, FL·1k–2k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, USATF Annual Meeting sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Youth Sports space. Ticket pricing at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Silver events reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Youth Sports industry, this event should be on your shortlist.
7
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Feb 1–3, 2026·Orange Beach, AL·500–1k attendees·$$ ticket
Our take
With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, ARPA Annual Conference sits firmly as an accessible show across the Youth Sports space. Ticket pricing at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Bronze events using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Youth Sports space, this conference merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
8
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Coach of the Year Football Clinics ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Youth Sports sector. Entry at $ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Youth Sports vertical, the show deserves a line item in your event budget.
9
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FACA Winter Football Clinic ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Youth Sports sector. Entry at $ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. Operators building pipeline in the Youth Sports industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
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Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, IAKS Outdoor Sports Conference ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Youth Sports sector. Sales teams working the Youth Sports vertical, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
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GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance.
Frequently asked questions
How many Youth Sports conferences are happening in South?
There are 10 Youth Sports conferences listed for South in this guide. Browse the full list above to compare dates, locations, and expected attendance.
When is the biggest Youth Sports event in South?
USA Lacrosse Convention is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 2k–5k attendees. It takes place Jan 20–22, 2026. Location: Baltimore, MD.
What's the cheapest Youth Sports conference to attend?
FACA Winter Football Clinic has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
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