Official Area Scouts Announcement · www.facilitylaunch.com · Acquisition closed August 27, 2026

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Official Announcement

Area Scouts Acquired by Beacon Private Equity Group

Area Scouts' Software Platform, Application and Professional Sports Industry Director Programming Rights have been acquired by Beacon Private Equity Group (www.facilitylaunch.com). With continued support for our coaches and licensees, our next chapter focuses on technology investment, community growth, and planned global expansion.

Existing Dedicated Coaches and Licensees: Your Community and Your Athletes remain our PRIORITY!

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Continued support. Growing network.

3,003 Sports Coaches

ACTIVE — Continued support for coaches already building with Area Scouts.

796 Partnerships | Sponsorships

Owner-reported partnerships and sponsorships across the Area Scouts network.

7,065 Global Company Representatives

Representatives supporting athlete development and community growth worldwide.

Youth Athlete Health Initiative Network

Partners supporting the Area Scouts community.











Platform Update

LATEST SOFTWARE UPDATE COMING…

November 1, 2026

The latest software update under the new structure is scheduled for November 1, 2026. We look forward to sharing more about the upgrades and improvements ahead as the release approaches.

Scheduled for November 1, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Scheduled update date reached — check here for release news.

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“I have been looking for an opportunity like this for over 20+ years. Your entire staff has made this such an amazing experience.”

Alexander P, Licensed Evaluator

“We knew from the first day that we used the Area Scouts technology that this was exactly what we were looking for! To be able to implement this technology with our athletes today, while avoiding the time spent and high costs of software development, finding Area Scouts is an absolute blessing for us.”

Katherine Taylor, Project Manager — AST

“Best decision we ever made, to join Area Scouts, to help the kids in our community that cannot afford programs like this.”

Keith Higgins

“I've been with Area Scouts since the beginning. The biggest pros I have seen with this company is its support. I had the CEO himself put together 3 partnerships for me. I still work with all 3 of them.”

Certified Athlete Evaluator — Silverton, CO

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Official Announcement

Area Scouts Software Platform, Application, and Professional Sports Industry Director Programming Rights Acquired

Acquisition closed August 27, 2026 · www.facilitylaunch.com

A new chapter focused on continued support, technology investment, and planned global expansion.

Area Scouts is entering a new chapter following the acquisition of its Software Platform, Application, and Professional Sports Industry Director Programming Rights (www.facilitylaunch.com). The transaction closed on August 27, 2026.

To our community of 3,003 active sports coaches and 7,065 global company representatives: our commitment to supporting you remains unwavering. Going forward, support and program oversight will be coordinated through a management group established by the acquiring firm, with a continued focus on the people and relationships that make Area Scouts possible.

With 400+ Regional, State, and Local Licenses recently sold to coaches around the world, this next chapter is focused on strengthening our network and supporting its continued growth — powered by coaches determined to help Area Scouts and its partners prevent millions of youth athlete injuries globally.

The private equity group's plans include ramping up global expansion during 2027–2028 and pursuing a technology strategy focused on adding and integrating software platforms to strengthen the Area Scouts infrastructure and community. Details about specific acquisitions, integrations, and market launches will be shared through upcoming network-wide team meetings.

The Area Scouts platform remains available at app.areascouts.com. The mission continues: to support athlete health and development through professionally created assessments, screens, corrective measures, education, and training resources that help athletes, parents, and coaches build a stronger foundation across youth sports.

The latest software update under the new structure is scheduled for November 1, 2026.

Thank you to all of the Coaches, Licensees, and Partners who have supported Ownership, Management, Operations, and most importantly, the vision of the Area Scouts movement for the past 10+ years. We are truly blessed to have those who have committed themselves to the future of youth athletes for years to come!

We look forward to a lasting relationship as we build the next chapter of Area Scouts together.

Area Scouts Management

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers for coaches, licensees, and families.

Where do I access the platform?

Visit app.areascouts.com for the Area Scouts platform login.

Will current coaches and licensees continue to receive support?

Yes. Continued support for our existing community will always remain a priority under the new Area Scouts management team.

When is the next software update?

The latest software update under the new structure is scheduled for November 1, 2026. We look forward to sharing more about the upgrades and improvements ahead as the release approaches.

Where can I get help?

Use the Support link to reach the existing support channel.

Ready for the next chapter?

Explore licensing opportunities or sign in to the platform — continued support for our community remains our priority.

What our community says

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September 17, 2026

Pros

Yesterday I had three kids come to me and say, hey, coach, I’ve been doing this at home. Look what I can do now. I couldn’t do this when we first started.

AS Licensed Evaluator
September 14, 2026

Pros

I’m fortunate and blessed, man. And I do appreciate you guys. thank you.

AS Licensed Evaluator
September 11, 2026

Pros

This has made me credible. Doing what we said we could do with this.

AS Licensed Evaluator
September 10, 2026

Pros

Lance and his Directors created something that is just amazing. Evaluators like me are building a retirement fund for ourselves beyond what we are doing for kids and the industry. You guys are amazing.

Robert P. – Coach, CA
September 7, 2026

Pros

I’m seeing the older kids now teaching the younger kids… this is really changing everything.

AS Licensed Evaluator
August 25, 2026

Pros

I love seeing the coaches and physical therapists signing up.

AS Licensed Evaluator
August 11, 2026

Pros

I’m thankful and grateful, you guys have created a platform to really allow me to blossom and show these kids my expertise without me steady having to argue and fight and deal with people that don’t have this expertise…

AS Licensed Evaluator
August 11, 2026

Pros

I know we are really going to change the injury rates, honestly. There’s no one out there doing this. This changes these kids.

AS Licensed Evaluator
August 11, 2026

Pros

The program speaks for itself. I’m not concerned about the benefits this program has. … Everybody in my city and surrounding area are going to want it. I know that.

AS Licensed Evaluator