Football
Football is one of  the most expensive sports because of the amount of equipment required. Players often pay about $200 in athletic and program fees. Additional personal gear such as cleats, gloves and mouth guards can cost $100 to $250. Optional team gear and may add $50 to $150.
Estimated total: $350 to $600 per season.

Basketball
Basketball players usually need less items. Participation and program fees are around $200. Basketball shoes typically cost $80 to $150, while optional team gear may cost $30 to $80.
Estimated total: $310 to $430 per season.

Track and Field
Track athletes mainly need running shoes or spikes and workout gear. Participation fees average $200. Running shoes or spikes can cost $60 to $120, and additional team gear may cost $30 to $60.
Estimated total: $290 to $380 per season.

Cheerleading
Cheerleading often includes several uniforms and competition expenses. Participation fees are about $200. Uniforms, shoes and practice wear can cost $150 to $300, while camps or competitions may add $100 to $200.
Estimated total: $450 to $700 per season.

Dance Team
Dance teams require performance costumes, shoes and competition outfits. Participation fees average $200. Costumes and shoes may cost $150 to $250, while competitions or camps may add $100 to $150.
Estimated total: $450 to $600 per season.

Baseball or Softball
Baseball and softball players usually purchase their own gloves, cleats and bats. Participation fees average $200. Gloves and cleats may cost $100 to $200, while bats and other equipment may add $50 to $100.
Estimated total: $350 to $500 per season.