Seasonal & Holidays
Patch Holiday Gift Guide: Slam Dunks for Sports Fans
We've rounded up the best sporty presents for your loved ones, whether they're professional athletes or world class spectators.
When coming up with gifts for your sports-obsessed friends, a pair of tickets to watch their favorite team play is an obvious choice — and for good reason. But if you've been there, done that, and are looking for a present that's off the beaten path, consider one of these winning options.
From tech-savvy athletic gear to barware that's straight off the hockey rink, we've got you covered.
Find more great gift ideas for everyone on your list in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
Soccer players will love sipping coffee, tea, or hot cocoa from this sporty mug that comes complete with a goal for catching marshmallows.
Football Stadium Chips And Dip Sports Serving Set, $26.69
This festive snacking vessel is sure to make your pal's Super Bowl party more enjoyable — even if his team is losing and the halftime show is horrible.
Golf Ball Corkscrew and Iron Bottle Opener Set, $54.95
Enjoy some celebratory drinks after a round of 18 holes with these bar tools that are actually made from recycled golf balls and irons.
Rotibox Wireless Bluetooth Beanie, $34.99
Running in the winter just got more tolerable thanks to these Bluetooth beanies. They have built-in speakers that sync to your phone so you can listen to music and keep your ears nice and toasty. If you're gifting this to a guy, the beanie is also available sans pom-pom.
Aurosports Folding Binoculars with Night Vision: $11.99
For the sports fan who always ends up in the nosebleed section, these diminutive binoculars are a total game changer. They even have a night-vision feature in case the game runs late.
All American Football BBQ Set, $22.99
Your favorite football fan will love grilling at the next tailgate with this sporty set of tools, which includes a spatula, tongs, an apron, and a mitt, plus a bag for carrying it all.
Aqua Shield Home Plate Mat, $19.94
Baseball lovers will feel right at home with this home plate door mat, which comes in a wide variety of colors.
Cool off your cocktail with these awesome chilling stones that look like they just flew off the ice and into your glass.
Spalding Over-The-Door Mini Basketball Hoop, $31.49
Whether it's in a children's playroom or in an office, this over-the-door basketball hoop is sure to provide distraction for anyone trying to escape their boredom.
Foosball Game Wooden Coffee Table, $386.90
Help him upgrade his man cave with this foosball game that doubles as a coffee table. Although it's equal parts fun and function, the sleek wood-and-glass design keeps it from looking too fratty.
Gexco Tennis Ball Saver, 14.90
This pressurized container will extend the life of your tennis balls, preserving their bounce and keeping them from turning flat.
Made from reclaimed skis, these wine racks are a must-have winter bar staple for your friend who loves hitting the slopes.
These sporty cufflinks will add some flair to a baseball fan's favorite button-down shirt.
Game Changers: The Unsung Heroines of Sports History, $18.33
Today's top female athletes, like Serena Williams and Lindsay Vonn, are household names, but this book celebrates the lesser-known female athletes of the past who paved the way for future women in sports. Based on the author's Instagram account, TheUnsungHeroines, each page sheds light on a different trailblazer who changed the face of sports for the better.
Part yoga mat, part absorbent towel, this gift is perfect for your favorite yogis. It comes in an array of cool patterns and bold colors, and its roll-up strap will make it easy to them to transport to their various classes.
Find more great gift ideas in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
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