If the question is does it make economic sense to play travel softball, then I'll agree that in most cases the answer is no. If instead the question is why would someone play on an Elite exposure team after they've committed, then I'll stand by my answer and contend there are many other valid...
So that they can, as batters, face the toughest pitchers in the country, and prepare to confidently face them in college. Elite means you strive to successfully compete against the best, individually and as a team.
Sensitive topic that really struck home. My two cents after struggling with this issue for 8 years is to stay focused on who suffers when a parent isn't supportive of daughter's passion. With that in mind, I always encourage DD to involve ex and discuss her softball interest and desire to have...