Thank you for taking the time to participate in this survey! My name is Nick Adgar (adgar@usc.edu), and this survey is part of my Master’s Capstone project at USC, where I am analyzing the decline of youth participation and accessibility in baseball through a digital media lens. This survey aims to uncover the key reasons behind this decline—whether it’s affordability, media representation, or overall engagement—and explore how digital media can help bridge the gap. Your insights, whether as a professional player, a young athlete, parent, or media member are all crucial in shaping the future of the sport. Your responses will provide valuable data to help develop solutions that make baseball more accessible for today’s youth. Let’s work together to grow the game for the next generation!
What is your role in baseball? 
What is your age?
Where do you currently live?
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How often do you watch MLB games?
What are the biggest barriers preventing you from watching or playing baseball? (Select up to 3)
Where do you primarily follow baseball? (Select all that apply)
Which social media platforms do you use the most to follow baseball? (Select up to 3)
What type of baseball-related content do you consume the most? (Select up to 3)
How likely are you to recommend watching MLB games or baseball content to a friend? (NPS scale, 1 = Extremely unlikely, 10 = Extremely likely)
How do you feel about MLB creating more content focused on players’ personal lives, behind-the-scenes access, and social media challenges?
Would free or low-cost youth baseball clinics at MLB stadiums make you more interested in the game?
How interested would you be in a “Make-A-Wish” style experience where kids and schools could take stadium tours and meet MLB players? (NPS scale, 1 = Not Interested, 10 = Extremely Interested)