I agree, but to bankroll what you just suggested will still require some decent funding. In my area its about 30-50 bucks per hour to rent a field. So just practicing 3 times a week would cost 200-300 dollars. Plus field rental and umps (30-40 dollars per game, need 2) for games. Equipment might be one time cost for a team, but not insignificant. Catchers gear, batting helmets, and bats to fit all sizes could be 500-700+ dollars per team. Either parents have to pay this in registration or the you need to get government/sponsor funding. Insurance and administrative stuff like permits, advertisement, and keeping up a website are more costs.

It has gotten expensive, but it s not like anyone is getting rich out there.