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Holiday Gift Guide: Sports Edition

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With the Holiday season just right around the corner, the need to find last-minute gifts is becoming more urgent, and whether you are a gift procrastinator or have no idea what that special someone might appreciate the gift of sports can be the solution. Throughout the article, there is the perfect range of gifts for whatever sports fan you may be buying for, from your extreme team sports-loving partner to your best friend who has been trying to teach you a sport that has tested your patience for the last year and a half!

Presented below is a curated list of the top 8 gifts, spanning a spectrum of prices from low to high, accompanied by brief descriptions of each item and suggestions on where to make the purchase.

1. Team LOGO Steering Wheel Cover

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/s?k=steering+wheel+cover+sports+team&crid=1YJERTHDDYCWU&sprefix=steering+wheel+cover+sports+te%2Caps%2C773&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Dick’s Sporting Goods https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/search/SearchDisplay?searchTerm=steering%20wheel%20covers&storeId=15108&catalogId=12301&langId=-1&sType=SimpleSearch&resultCatEntryType=2&showResultsPage=true&fromPage=Search&searchSource=Q&pageView=&beginIndex=0&DSGsearchType=Keyword&pageSize=48&selectedStore=1028
$15-$25

A steering wheel cover with their favorite team’s logo on it is one of the safest routes to go. Great for protection across all seasons and something they are unlikely to already have.

2. Team LOGO Hats

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/s?k=team+hats&crid=3KGIQD6HWRBZ5&sprefix=team+hats%2Caps%2C118&ref=nb_sb_noss_1
Fanatics https://www.fanatics.com/hats/d-19446664+z-9028387-2520911008
Lids https://www.lids.com/?_s=gppc&utm_campaign=Lids+-+Brand+-+Core+-+US+-+EN|18455877592&utm_medium=ppc&ks_id=6248_kw49822564&utm_term=lids&matchtype=e&utm_source=g&target=kwd-50947300&pcrid=624628110186&adposition=&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64eFi3LlfmXrGXCb2nPQMq2IYcb-BipEgGZrVwxdSiyqNvFkpEWEoURoCaoEQAvD_BwE
$25-35

Hats offer a range of appeal and tend to be more on the safe side since they do not typically come in a wide range of sizes. With a more versatile and gender-neutral look, creating a classic and timeless piece.

3. Team Logo Grill Set

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Fan-Grills-Accessories-NFL/s?keywords=Sports+Fan+Grills+%26+Accessories&rh=n%3A375528011%2Cp_n_theme_browse-bin%3A374273011&c=ts&ts_id=375528011
Fanatics https://www.fanatics.com/?query=grill&_ref=p-DLP:m-SEARCH
NFL https://www.nflshop.com/?query=grill&_ref=p-FPP:m-SEARCH
$35-$40

A grill set with your loved ones’ favorite team is a gift that is given to both you and the one receiving it. It allows them to see a burger with their team logo while giving you the gift of a good meal.

4. Sports Based Videogame

Madden 24 https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjnx6vn6PuCAxXd6RYFHeBQB2cYABAOGgJ0bA&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64YrRaRbNNb1JTyueDmiqlqoZO4GwQO6wI1Ikd-vzL7RJfaFrjxWysxoCFJgQAvD_BwE&ei=LvBwZczSMceo5NoPkLeL-AM&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2oNblciXRhaC12w6Cdaq7AXkRLvFbVBjKqzlASsr35cHTQKGJLo_oxX1W06j8Mh3fIQ-_PWALPyeFncVqxgmFE5zW6_KCFLktawois1aNpIJm7Is&sig=AOD64_3Kn8rBBShAZNbO4pHCoXOpJUzLvA&ctype=46&q=&nis=4&sqi=2&ved=2ahUKEwjMoZnn6PuCAxVHFFkFHZDbAj8Q9aACKAB6BAgEEBA&adurl=
NHL 24 https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjWoa-N6fuCAxVOiVoFHT3LBTcYABAOGgJ2dQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64ZapEkfHAWfRJgCSs2IdaZ0BRRqLGBzlrAun_XzCGtiQME4umZiTARoCW1cQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2cmdCdtJpKkvMOqh6kRQ9t5bRxrqzxKNh5DAfnJEZ_r2BZL89_WJLoUZVIt3X3TVbCvOJuvZmgIJ_fcPoAJxvEVRKkc30vqTZfszT2IqxD984oEU&sig=AOD64_00-8vfgA1bGiuX-eIyf5InnES8yg&ctype=5&q=&nis=4&ved=2ahUKEwjal6KN6fuCAxVXGFkFHd3FCE0Qww8oAnoECAgQCw&adurl=
PGA Tour https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwi1ssb-7fuCAxXoEbMAHQUBBbQYABAMGgJ5bQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64ai9vDjYVhD22tsSErOp0ABVGvisDWTjX9NVfxnBZVjve3AM4nB8RBoCj9cQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2T6qTGcar9KHTJm-aa-3ihMVehJYTeTdmxuEM03uJ6GqywBSIlEviwHEvxlLxx439avoxPMPsZ5-neuULvFaa1KUNknlTW9rHjguHaxgVbLPrtWM&sig=AOD64_2COrHeI8T2BfL5PwGGMkqx-C3eSg&ctype=5&q=&nis=4&ved=2ahUKEwiKzrr-7fuCAxWykIkEHfXeAvoQ9aACKAB6BAgEEHs&adurl=
UFC 5 https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwi4z8WO7vuCAxU79uMHHUcrAtoYABAFGgJ5bQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64cTVk6IGlHijaVT1zbgQiAtvMC6HH0jdoxy3Q1QmWbAu-m-AdGBGixoCUwgQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD25pkBGhmklbBtSBOe6L7rorJb1Sc-7AOlVCg8g1gSHHPIIgCONVjxTfCUhP_kjMcuTvtrSw_3k0HRqNIh2rsddqfgZ8Zq-p9KuIe4nsTZiGVMW50&sig=AOD64_19jhLfwFTQipOfw7M6KLD8icdbeQ&ctype=46&q=&nis=4&ved=2ahUKEwjbubqO7vuCAxVlk4kEHTudAqIQqygoAnoECAQQDA&adurl=
FIFA 24 https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwiwoJGb7vuCAxWX–MHHetMDo4YABAOGgJ5bQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64UcSVHZX5ocQdgZve3U1RVldz4mnNN9gTR5KTi-khjUULu1KdAInpBoCVn0QAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2NI8R2iTK-qNIjzgzGBAONDAoQC6PwPxmSTRuoDU-OcLKkZoYc3_vu0ZPLBPWm5D9_tiACyBPu6kM2I5RSmLrNnOoWkOW8DSWdLcF5ACgmlkEdGM&sig=AOD64_3065gWo9IU6qte-jzh2bhhFbF53w&ctype=46&q=&nis=4&ved=2ahUKEwiZ34mb7vuCAxWijYkEHRZdBK8QqygoAnoECAQQDg&adurl=
$45-$60 Xbox Version (Avaliable for Playstation)

Not all sports are played in real life, the sports gaming world is constantly evolving and gaining popularity as well. These games are great for anyone who wants to see their favorite players come to life at the touch of a button. Alternatively, these games provide a multiple-player feature which is a great way to bond with the person in a way that requires the attention of everyone playing.

5. Portable Cooler

Igloo https://www.igloocoolers.com/pages/search-results-page?q=sports%20cooler
Under Armour https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/p/water_bottles_and_coolers/ua_12-can_sideline_soft_cooler/1364837.html?dwvar_1364837_color=001&dwvar_1364837_size=OSFA&country=US&currency=USD&&cid=PLA_QT_US_114_KQt5Ewxb6mJ&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64WTa66pkE0Qh8XLnv4uP-505ggbeAbJFEr9vqWU10e7igOem21F4kxoC9vYQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Yeti https://www.yeti.com/coolers
RTIC https://rticoutdoors.com/Soft-Pack-Cooler?size=12-Can&color=Blue-Grey&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=17498097741&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64Ts6agCWTF-CcnTz74–j7zl1jiuOkEAO7f2ULIeSCibDRNlqVfYchoC4RAQAvD_BwE
$45-$85

A cooler is a great gift for those who might just be playing a quick pickup game outside or playing a game of duration like golf. Finding a cooler that is durable and can keep drinks cold for a long period creates a gift that will last a while and provide great use to whoever it is serving. Alternatively, it serves as a great cooler for the beach with the lightweight and easy-to-hold design.

6. Jersey

Fanatics https://www.fanatics.com/jerseys/d-31779089+z-9154823-2286919689
NFL https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwio3_uF7_uCAxUt3uMHHb5lCyAYABABGgJ5bQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64efXtgdeHBRaMZHm-2yDv9IfuMCni3mo7aKUWMmNcyUyfZEzVOXy2xoCDEoQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2AlG26Y8h5f7djTkDDrilA8-NhQFkvpIo5Px4dWjgsrA3CYK7ASlKXwmX7hnUXFtlj0OJY4w5D9yBWxxPGzu-jzZQgZYd0Gw2_mN8xK5F0WvU0no&sig=AOD64_2TNe7fQATGgwDQd9A8qv-jWtx7yQ&nis=4&adurl&ved=2ahUKEwi0qPOF7_uCAxUDmYkEHTN1DYoQqyQoAHoECAgQDQ
$85-$200

Gifting a fan a jersey of their favorite team and/or player is a great way to show that you have taken the time to understand who they admire. Jerseys are the perfect gift for someone who is always going to games or generally just wearing the team’s merchandise daily.

7. Whoop Fitness Band

Amazon https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwiOoKGA8PuCAxUe3OMHHdpYBFAYABAEGgJ5bQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64Xcz3E41PwX7X7cYbN6y_PVoGe6LSSlETOcSG4sCOV2p4kB0MUQqqBoCkTEQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2Yec3akxb_VNuxa9QR2QMgbDum8r2wvYYggl4JDY-r8aNzaEwm1CoHeg3263aDziT34ttah-RvrdgVkwTli3RtSz6xWQTMzakXt-9u0WfwwAVYTo&sig=AOD64_2k5u23W6XWxdl88uxngpELdUGaOw&ctype=5&q=&nis=4&ved=2ahUKEwipw5iA8PuCAxW1kIkEHR6WCFwQww8oAnoECAQQCQ&adurl=
$225-$275

The Whoop Fitness Band is a great gift for those who enjoy the gym or are just regularly active with everyday tasks. It can track anything from sleep to individual workouts, providing someone with results that are detailed to their body.

8. Game Tickets

Stubhub https://www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjD5-Ld8fuCAxWV6-MHHdLdCyoYABAAGgJ5bQ&ase=2&gclid=CjwKCAiA1MCrBhAoEiwAC2d64bih6y_qkPjxpfRJNwhFae7Ykb0eiC8NbW4ze4TlRijx674hvGBQtxoCx8UQAvD_BwE&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESVeD2aCLevrnsBA-Hk0kc6ivMx4mvlh2_sJ6cUuwAqDBpZrQWPsqETQcpwigY9XwGfLPMpq76MVBrFde_z2hvzwDVlyac0Jee_HzBFlCjUTClKOWn7jw&sig=AOD64_1A43EZGP_luq4mGDp3Np7XuaqONA&q&nis=4&adurl&ved=2ahUKEwi469vd8fuCAxVpkYkEHSRxBRcQ0Qx6BAgFEAE
Ticketmaster https://www.ticketmaster.com/
Seatgeak https://seatgeek.com/
$250<

Gifting tickets to someone you know who is a huge sports fan is the ultimate gift that one can receive. As there is nothing better than watching the team you love in person, with the person they love. Tickets are a great gift for a loved one, family friend, or long-time best friend.

Hello, my name is Grace Campen and I am a junior at James Madison University. I am studying Sports and Recreation Management with a minor in Sports Communication, in hopes of pursuing a career in Sports Broadcasting. I enjoy writing about sports and explaining it in a way that makes sense to everyone!