Ever found yourself scrambling to find the perfect gift for the sports fanatic in your life—only to end up with another boring hat or a plain old jersey? Yeah, me too. But what if I told you there’s a game-changing lineup of gifts out there, handpicked by some of the sharpest eyes in the biz? From slam-dunk mugs to custom coolers that scream team pride, this collection isn’t just gear—it’s a touchdown of thoughtful surprises ready to score major points. Whether it’s for the tailgate king, the family game night champ, or the bedroom baller—these picks turn the everyday into a highlight reel. Buckle up, because we’re taking your gift-giving game from “meh” to MVP in no time.
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Best Slam-Dunk Gift
MAX’IS Creations Mug with a Hoop
Throw a three-point marshmallow into the hot cocoa or slam-dunk a cracker into the clam chowder. Just don’t brick—that’ll get really messy.
For the College Football Fan
Yeti Collegiate Coolers
It might seem like the SEC influence is waning. Georgia and ‘Bama are floundering, and the rest of the conference is eating itself alive. The SEC’s main influence now is on tailgates, where Yeti coolers reign supreme. Pick from 73 different programs to put on their new cooler or tumbler.
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Best Golf-Accessory Gift
Tumi Golf Pouch
A stylish way to carry their small golf essentials.
Best Foosball Gift
Win.Max Mini Foosball Table
A tiny tabletop foosball game is set to turn up the heat at a dull workplace—or any flat surface. Perfect.
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Best Gift for the Guy on the Go
Away Active Convertible Backpack 45L
He’s traveling to all his favorite sporting events, so he needs a sleek backpack to pull up with.
Best Family Sports Gift
Ryan and Kim McDaniel Baseball Game
Home run for the family game night or a pregame party with fellow baseball fans. You can even get it customized with your home team for an extra $10.
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Best Horse Racing Gift
Ryan and Kim McDaniel Horse Racing Game
Know anyone who’s into horse racing? The people who make the baseball game above also make a horse racing game that’s just as cool. There’s also a golf version.
Best Customized Gift
Yeti Sports Team Rambler 20oz Tumbler
Yeti also teamed up with Fanatics to customize its famous drink ware with all your favorite NFL, MLB, NHL, MLS, NCAA, and Oracle Red Bull Racing teams in official team colors.
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Best Baseball Book
“Moneyball,” by Michael Lewis
They may have seen the movie, but have they read the book?
For the Bedroom Baller
Pop-A-Shot Super Slam Over the Door Hoop
For the kid (or adult) who likes to play ball from bed.
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Best Tech-Accessory Gift
Fanatics Syracuse Orange iPhone Solid Design Bump Case
A phone case with their alma mater (or favorite sports team) will definitely put a smile on their face. Choose from 80 NCAA college teams.
Best Sports-Glasses Gift
Nike Maverick Valor Mirrored Sunglasses
Nike Vision’s line of performance glasses includes some of the best on the market. Give this to the avid runner, biker, fisher—the list is endless.
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Best Hockey Book
“We Ride Upon Sticks,” by Quan Barry
Set in 1989 in the town of Danvers, Massachusetts—home of the original 1692 witch trials—We Ride Upon Sticks follows a women’s hockey team on its mission to make it to the state finals.
Best Practice Gift
Mark & Graham Practice Putting Mat
They’ll be a golf pro in no time with this indoor putting mat.
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Best Boxing Gift
Hayabusa T360 Boxing Gloves
They’ll jab, cross, and uppercut like a pro with these ergonomic boxing gloves.
Best Post-Workout Gift
YQXCC Cooling Towels
These icy cooling towels are perfect for the friend who needs a post-workout pick-me-up.
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Best Plush Gift
Jellycat Amuseables Sports Football
There’s a reason everyone is so obsessed with Jellycat plush toys—they’re adorable and super fluffy, and the brand makes plushes of just about anything from animals to food to, yes, footballs. Also see the tennis, baseball, soccer, and basketball versions.
Best Tailgate Gift
Igloo Limited-Edition Little Playmate Cooler
Igloo has an entire limited collection of coolers and drink ware—officially licensed by the NFL—emblazoned with the logos of all 32 teams for the football fanatic in your life.
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For the Soccer Fan
Adidas Replica Inter Miami Messi Third Jersey 2025
If you’ve got a soccer fan, soccer.com has the best selection of jerseys and team gear in the States.
Best Sports Housewarming Gift
Mark & Graham Sport Hand Hooked Pillows
In search of a gift for the person who just moved in? These pillows will add a personal touch to their home.
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