This is partially true, where the soccer balls are stored still have seats unfortunately, it would be so much easier to get all the bags of balls out if they didn't. The other half is always set up for urgent scare.
With ESPN continuing to lose subscribers in the coming years and that sector of the Walt Disney Co. losing revenue I would only expect prices at the parks to rise in order to make up revenue. The parks are always packed so they clearly haven't hit too high of a price, they appear to be an inelastic good at the moment. Disney being publicly traded and one of the worlds most commonly held stocks puts even more pressure to keep prices high versus a company such as Cedar Fair or Six Flags with much fewer investors.
The hours of the event are structured as such that allows for responsible consumption throughout the event. I don't think that at this price point there will be any problems.
I'm really hoping the next ride is something big and high. I really feel that the park needs a new crown jewel to replace the void left by Son of Beast. I love Banshee however I don't think it can really carry the torch for the park. When you think of major theme parks you always have one giant ride that is instantly identifiable an unique, Kings Island however is lacking that and I hope it changes.