I have never had the "good fortune" of staying at a FS over the weekend and having a youth sports team there, although I have had an enjoyable weekend at a SHS with an entire soccer tournament line up on the premises.

I have a question for someone who has been on the team side - why would you take an entire team of kids to a FS? I would think there are places where you can get cheaper rooms, and also get the free breakfast, such as a SHS or even some of the other brands like Choice or La Quinta. If there is a FS, I would have to think there are several other hotels in the immediate area.

I am sure there is a specific reason for it (points, or a special price deal, or a tournament requirement) and am just curious. I can see why a wedding party would go there, as opposed to an Econo Lodge, but why a kids sports team?