In fiscal year 2024, University of South Florida (USF)'s Lacrosse program reported $199K in revenue and $1.4M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.2M. The largest revenue source was Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships at $120K. Among the 25 FBS programs reporting Lacrosse data, University of South Florida ranks 15th overall in total expenses (3rd of 12 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.6M. University of South Florida competes in the American; financial data is available from FY2017 through FY2024.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Royalties, Licensing, Advertisement and Sponsorships | $120,000 |
| Contributions | $78,985 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $521,206 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $386,098 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $158,004 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $111,729 |
| Recruiting | $84,398 |
| Team Travel | $37,807 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $36,711 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $35,454 |
| Game Expenses | $20,440 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $11,000 |
| Medical Expenses and Insurance | $8,737 |
| Sports Camp Expenses | $6,206 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $604 |
| Memberships and Dues | $450 |
The lacrosse program generated $199K in revenue in FY2024, with royalties, licensing, advertisements, and sponsorships accounting for the largest share at $120K, while expenses reached $1.4M — led by athletic student aid at $521K — resulting in a $1.2M deficit. Despite running a program that costs roughly half the FBS average of $2.6M, USF ranks 15th out of 25 FBS lacrosse programs in expenses and 3rd among the 12 Group of Five schools offering the sport.
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