Piteå IF's women's football club, along with five other elite clubs in Norrbotten, faces significant financial challenges due to escalating travel expenses. The clubs are collectively burdened by an impressive 21 million kronor in travel costs, which substantially impacts their operations. Emelie Lövgren, the club manager, emphasized the need for external support to alleviate these financial pressures, allowing the clubs to focus on enhancing their infrastructure and coaching staff instead.

The clubs' efforts are directed towards securing sponsors to help cover these shared travel expenses, yet they have so far been unable to find any suitable partners. Acknowledging the harsh reality of elite sports in their region, the clubs have united to launch a campaign encouraging community support. This initiative aims to gather signatures to demonstrate public backing for the need to manage travel costs effectively, as the sustainability of elite sports in Norrbotten hangs in the balance.

Particular concern exists for Piteå IF, which has allocated a budget of 2.2 million kronor for travel. To mitigate their financial strain, the club has had to adjust its competitive structure by relegating its F19 team to a lower division, a decision driven solely by economic factors. Such changes not only affect the club's operational capabilities but also bring about a gloomy outlook for the future of competitive sports in Norrbotten if positive developments do not occur soon.