This list of April 2022 sports trends is full of unique activewear collections, Metaverse initiatives from sporting organizations, and sports fan-focused product releases. As Web3 and the digital future become more commonplace with mainstream institutions, many sports teams have been singing deals with experienced tech companies in order to create applications, experiences, and ventures into the online world.
For unique activewear, the 'Jai Alai' collection from PAL Sporting Goods is noteworthy as it features regenerated yarn in many of its pieces. Regenerated yarn is made from leftover products or materials from other cotton and yarn objects, meaning this collection takes a step toward sustainability for the sporting apparel industry. Additionally, as the collection is named after Jai Alai, a sport similar to squash, the photobook for this collection showcases actual Jai Alai athletes as its models, which gives the collection an excellent level of credibility.
On the digital side of the trends, Major League Baseball (MLB) signed a multi-year partnership with 'TuneIn,' an American audio streaming service. As part of this partnership, TuneIn will now become the official streamer for the MLB. In addition to simply being able to stream MLB games, TuneIn users will have access to discussions, debates, and exclusive insights on the teams and players.
Top 70 Sports Trends in April
From Athlete-Specific Protein Bars to Sports Streaming Expansions:
Colin Smith — Apr 7, 2022 — Lifestyle
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Personal Water Filtering Straws
Lifestraw Releases An Updated Version of Its Personal Water Filter
69
Hydrogen-Powered Supercar Teasers
Alpine Released a Teaser for its Sustainable 'Alpine A4810' Car
68
Lightweight Camping Chairs
The Chair Zero High-Back is a Durable & Packable 1-Pound Camping Chair
67
Frontcountry Hammock Tents
The 'Safari' Offers Luxurious Comfort For Car Camping Environments
66
Arm-Attached Underwater Scooters
This Device Propels Underwater Exploration From a Compact Package
65
Adaptive Cyclist Eyewear
The Conceptual 'NIKE VIEW' Cycling Glasses by Allen Liu are Stylish
64
Luxury Hiking Apparel
Woolrich Unveils Its Premium Woolrich Outdoor Label SS22 Collection
63
Multi-Level Skateparks
F51 Contains Three Skatepark Floors Designed by Hollaway Studio
62
Nostalgic Sneaker Releases
Jordan Brand Announced the Air Jordan 1 High Zoom CMFT "Breakfast Club"
61
Minimalist Streetwear Sneakers
New Balance Unveiled a New Colorway for its CT302 Silhouette
60
Virtual Personal Training Platforms
FlexIt Includes Input from Professional Fitness Trainers
59
Street-Legal Motorbike Models
GasGas is Launching its First-Ever Street-Legal Motorbikes
58
High-Performance On-Bike Apparel
Rapha's Cycling Collection is Full of Sleek and Innovative Pieces
57
Running Power Meters
Stryd Calculates Wind Resistance for More Accurate Progress Measurement
56
Easter-Themed Sneakers
Nike Has Released an Easter-Themed Colorway for its 'Dunk Low' Silhouette
55
Skate-Focused Carrying Collections
The North Face Launches Its New 'Wandereic' Bag Collection
54
Pixelated Gamer Sportswear
The Lacoste x Minecraft Collab Shares Spring/Summer 2022 Styles
53
Astronaut-Style Cycling Helmets
POC's New Levator Helmet Comes With a Built-In Google Lens
52
Utility-Focused Hiking Apparel
Lost Management Cities Unveils Its Sleek New Active Gear Collection
51
Foot Recovery Socks
With Naboso Recovery Sock, You Recover On-the-Go
50
Compact Packable Diver Fins
The 'Folding Fins' are Lighter and More Compact Than Technical Fins
49
Fully Biodegradable Sneakers
BLUEVIEW Launched the World's First Fully Compostable Sneaker
48
3D-Printed Backpack Collections
Osprey's UNLTD Series Has an Improved Design Using Less Materials
47
Water-Ready Luxury Clogs
Balenciaga and Crocs Released the 'Pool Slide' Collection of Footwear
46
Rugged All-Terrain Sneakers
Salomon's 'CROSS ADVANCED' Silhouette is Comfortable and Durable
45
Athlete-Specific Protein Bars
Feed.'s Protein Shot Pack Features Tasty Recipes
44
Highlighter Golf Shoes
Vice Golf and adidas Launch the Stan Smith Golf Shoe
43
Essential Nutrient-Packed Supplements
Athletic Greens' AG1 Includes the Necessary Daily Nutrition
42
Upcycled Sports Jerseys
PUMA's RE:JERSEY Uses Existing Football Jerseys to Produce New Ones
41
Caramel-Colored Reflective Sneakers
New Balance's 'Sweet Caramel' 2002R is Bold and Reflective
40
Basketball-Themed Fast Food Promotions
Wendy's Launched a Set of Promotions for NCAA March Madness
39
Sports-Themed Noodle Meals
Kraft Debuted the 'Basketbawl Blue Boxes' to Comfort Sports Fans
38
Ultra-Lightweight Mountain Bike Helmets
POC Unveils New High-Tech Otocon Cycling Helmets
37
Regenerated Yarn Sports Hoodies
PAL Sporting Goods Unveils New 'Jai Alai' Clothing Pack
36
Ultra-Supportive Spring Activewear
Elite Eleven Combines Function and Style for Superior Apparel
35
Sleek Electric Hydrofoil Surfboards
The Awake VINGA eFoil Offers Access to Three Power Modes
34
Four-Season Inflatable Tents
This Spacious Tent Can Withstand the Most Harsh Outdoor Conditions
33
Basketball Athlete-Honoring Figurines
Funko Adds NBA Legends to its Ongoing GOLD Collection
32
Basketball Legend NFTs
Michael Jordan's Web3 Platform HEIR Launched Its First NFT Collection
31
Dual-Posture Stand-Up Paddleboards
The 'Rackham Aero' SUP Can Also Be Used As a Kayak
30
Plant-Based Protein Bars
No Cow Has Introduced Its New Line of Chocolate Dipped Protein Bars
29
Fashion-Forward Golf Collections
Palm Tree Crew and Puma Golf Launch Expansive New Golf Collection
28
Multi-Storefront E-Commerce Solutions
BigCommerce Revamps Ted Baker's Digital Commerce Experience
27
Sweat-Sensitive Skin Patches
Gatorade Released an Innovative Hydration Patch
26
Sports-Themed Virtual Restaurants
Nextbite Launched the 'Smackadillas' Brand with the WWE
25
NFT-Supported Racing Teams
Laura-Marie Geissler's LMG GT No. 1 Project Will Fund Female Racers
24
Easy Setup Cyclist Trainers
The Wahoo KICKR ROLLR Offers Adjustable Resistance and More
23
2-In-1 Modular Action Cameras
The Insta360 One RS Camera Comes Equipped With a 4K Boost Lens
22
3D-Scanned Sports Statues
adidas Inspires Next-Generation Changemakers with Statues of Women
21
Revived Retro Basketball Sneakers
Nike Brings Unveils New Air Max Penny 1 'Home”' Sneaker
20
Blockchain Loyalty Programs
'Fnatic' Launched a Blockchain-Based Membership System
19
Branded Female Athlete Campaigns
Degree Unveils its Bracket Gap Challenge to Uplift Women Athletes
18
Sports Streaming Applications
The NFL is Developing the Subscription-Based 'NFL Plus' App
17
Category-Bending Skiwear
Goldwin Launches Progressive New Initiative and Capsule, 'Goldwin 0'
16
Featherweight Folding Kayaks
Oru Kayak's Latest Creation Weighs Merely 18 Pounds
15
Celebratory Basketball QSR Promotions
The McDonald’s Up Your Dunk Game Playbook Offers Deals
14
Sports Fan-Focused QSR Boxes
The Jack in the Box Munchie Madness Box is Shareable
13
Spring-Ready Sneakers
Jordan Brand Debuted the 'Light Mauve' Air Jordan 1 Colorway
12
Virtual Reality Sports Games
The NFL and 'StatusPro' are Developing a VR Football Game
11
Camouflaged Track-Racing Cars
McLaren Tested its 'Artura GT4' Customer Racing Supercar
10
Canadian Sports Betting Campaigns
theScore Bet Debuted the 'Get into Bet Mode' Campaign
9
Sports-Themed Spring Training Caps
New Era Cap Celebrates the 2022 MLB Season with New Caps
8
Co-Viewing Sports Apps
ESPN Integrates Apple's SharePlay Tech, Allowing Users to Co-Watch Sports
7
Esports Consultancy Firms
'Leapfox' Will Help Esports Organizations Elevate Their Brands
6
Charitable Fast Food Initiatives
Jersey Mike's Subs is Donating All of its Sales On One Day
5
Inaugural Global Women's Programs
Jordan Brand Launches the Global Women's Collective
4
Sports Streaming Expansions
TuneIn Signs Multi-Year Partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB)
3
Curated Sport Moments
Buzzer Brings the Best Live Moments in Sport to Consumers
2
Candy Bar Basketball Promotions
Fans Can Try Out for the First Reese's Ultimate Basketball Team
1
Ultra-Fast Alloy Bikes
Specialized Has Launched Its Most Advanced Road Bike Yet, the Allez Sprint
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Sportswear Innovation Summits
On Unveiled Its Run On Clouds Brand Identity in Paris
Tennis-Themed Activations
The LALO Clubhouse Serves Up Tennis and Tequila at Thompson Central Park
Athlete-Led Brand Co-Creation
LI-NING and Stephen Curry Partner on Product Development
Athletic Recovery Wearables
Oura Ring 5 Athletes Kane and Rice Have Became Brand Ambassadors
Sporty Retail Style Capsules
Kith x New York Yankees Collab Launches with Jason Alexander
Pop Style Sportswear
BLACKPINK × FC Tokyo Sportswear Merges K-Pop Fashion with Football Culture
Glamorous Sports Collabs
Glamnetic x Fanatics Collection Brings Game-Day Energy to Your Fingertips
Anime Sports Apparel
My Hero Academia x NBA Capsule Merges Anime Fandom with Basketball Culture
Elevated Fall Tennis Fashion
The Y-3 FW25 Tennis Campaign Blends Performance with Bold Design
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Collectibles Licensing Promotions
FIFA & Fanatics Signed Its Long-Term Exclusive Collectibles Deal
Tennis-Forward Pop-Ups
Lacoste’s Activations Serve Up Style Across NYC Ahead of U.S. Open
Football Capsule Collections
The adidas Originals x BAPE Football Collection Drops for World Cup
Tennis Tournament Capsule Collections
The Lululemon Indian Wells Apparel Range is Athlete-Approved
Dedicated Protein-Focused Menus
Playa Bowls is Riding the Protein Wave in 2026
Stylish Athlete-Informed Kits
lululemon Debuted the Canadian Athlete Kit for Milano Cortina 2026
Opulent Athletic Fashion Collaborations
The Balenciaga x NBA Collaboration is Limited-Edition
Tech Fashion Sport Campaigns
Athletic Intelligence is Here Debuts with Oakley Meta at Super Bowl
Soccer-Inspired Apparel
AMIRI Tournament Collection Includes Jerseys, Shorts, and Accessories
Soccer Capsules
Palace & Nike Dropped an England Football Collection as Part of the Nike x2 Series
Purpose-Built Padel Courts
Padel Up Partnered with Playbypoint and SIUX
Luxe Wellness Apparel Activations
alo Yoga Featured a Minimalist French Riviera Takeover
Football Culture-Inspired Athletic Collaborations
Palace and Nike Collaborate on the P90 Line
Anime Sport Capsules
Crunchyroll x adidas capsule with Noah Lyles Channels Anime into Streetwear
Football Lifestyle Collections
The adidas Originals x BAPE® Set Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026
Soccer Streetwear Collaborations
Carré and Coca-Cola Launched a Soccer Streetwear Collection
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Limited-Edition Team Cans
Sprite x Unrivaled Brings a New Co-Branded Can Collection
Ultra-Chic Sporty Fashion Outfits
AKIRA's Game Day Outfits and Courtside Looks are to Die For
Sports Nutrition Retailer Ranges
The Very Group Added Four New Brands to the Very Online Offerings
AI-Enhanced Sports Clubs
IBM's AI Sports Club Transforms Physical Game into Data-Driven Broadcasts
Technical Apparel Capsule
Mizuno for Margaret Howell Spring Summer 2026 Refines Performance Basics
Sports AI Technology Partnerships
Accenture and the WTA Partnered to Modernize Women's Tennis Tech
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Spring-Time Baseball-Inspired Hats
New Era Cap Has Unveiled Its MLB Spring 2026 Lineup
Winter-Focused Athletic Collections
Ciele Athletics Partners with the Woolmark Company
Soccer Snack Collaborations
Mondelēz Partners with Athletes to Launch Limited-Edition Snacks
High-Performance Athletic Fashion Capsules
Balenciaga Debuts the TechWear Wellness Collection
Innovative Lightweight Activewear Brands
Elite Eleven Debuts the Performance-Driven & Stylish LUNA
Preppy Sportswear Capsule
The Brooks Brothers x New Era SS26 Fuse Tailoring with Baseball Styling
Gamified Sports Rewards
Mountain Dew Links MLB Home Runs to Real-Time Free Drink Rewards
Muted Sportswear Collections
Song for the Mute & adidas Originals 006 Reveals Retro-Inspired Gear
Retro Tennis Culture-Inspired Tracksuits
BOAST Calls Attention to the Tipped Warm-Up Jacket & Pant
Soccer-Inspired Fanwear Collections
BOSS Jumps on the FIFA Hype with New Fanwear Collection
Mobile-First Athlete Training Platforms
Ember Sports' Tech Trains Baseball & Softball Players
Efficient Fitness Booking Platforms
SPORTL's Pay-as-You-Train Fitness Booking Platform Launches
Sporty Luxe Fashion Capsules
The Balenciaga x NBA Drops Basketball-Themed Apparel and Accessories
Athlete Marketing Platforms
Faves Was Built by Pro Athletes and Fintech/Adtech Experts
80s-Inspired Bag Campaigns
BÉIS-ERCISE Spotlights a Bright New Color in BÉIS' Sport Collection
Vibrant Blue-Toned Performance Capsules
Under Armour x Mansory Drop the ‘Tropical Tide’ Collection
AI-Driven Tennis Tournament Experiences
Infosys Partners with Tennis Australia
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
creator-led football competitions
Adidas expands partnership with kings league through 2028
Athlete-Led Marketing Strategies
Forta Cosmetics Uses Athlete Network to Launch Its Setting Spray
Padel Business-Focused Expansions
Racquet 360 Announced a Substantial Investment for Its Business
Food Brand Partnerships
Protein Pints Teams Up with the San Diego Padres
Tennis Tournament Partnerships
Ralph Lauren Extended Its Wimbledon Partnership Into a Third Decade
Heritage Countryside Sportswear
PAL Sporting Goods FW25 Honors British Sporting Through Modernity
Athleisure Line Launches
Fashion Nova’s “Performance in the City” Athleisure Collection
AI Sports Research Platforms
Ten Toes Launched Its Ten Beat Sports Fan AI Intelligence Platform
Fashion Soccer Activations
Herbalife Has Joined FIFA 1904 SoHo Wellness Activation
Sportstyle Apparel Capsule
Mizuno Sportstyle Announces Its Inaugural SS26 Apparel Line
Tennis Tournament Outfitters
BOSS Secures Australian Open Tennis Fashion Partnership
Luxury-Driven All-White On-Court Collections
New Balance and Miu Miu Extend Collab with Coco Gauff
Unique Leather Accessory Designs
Louis Vuitton Debuts the 'Monogram Sports Collection'
AI Sports Platforms
Machina Sports Turns Real-Time Sports Data Into Engaging Fan Experiences
Female Athlete Wellness Programs
Muse Capital Launched Its Optima Program for Sports Performance
Boxing Sportswear Capsule
Aries x Champion Delivers a Graphic-Led Boxing-Inspired Apparel Range
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Vintage-Style Athleisure Collections
Steinmann Brothers Launch NBA and Man City Lines
Inclusive Football Content Partnerships
NFL and The GIST are Engaging Millennial & Gen Z Women
Performance-Led Streetwear
AAPE SS26 Gym Collection Introduces Technical Fitness Apparel Line
Sports Lifestyle Retail
Nordstrom Blends World Cup Fashion with Immersive Pop-Ups
Athlete-Inspired Personalized Workout Experiences
Zing Coach Partners with Paris Saint-Germain
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Padel Fashion Partnerships
Psycho Bunny Becomes the Official Apparel Partner of USA Padel
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Padel Sport Financial Partnerships
VanEck Signed on as Its Exclusive ETF Partner of the Padel Cup
Premium Streetwear-Informed Jerseys
The BAPE x Mitchell & Ness Collection Fuses Street with Sport
Heritage Padel Collections
BOAST Launched a Padel Collection With Pima Cotton Graphics Tees
Athlete Signature Apparel
Shohei Ohtani x New Balance SS26 Collection Drops Performance Wear
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Soccer Tournament-Timed Snack Promotions
TokyoTreat Announces a Special World Cup Promotion
Fan Streaming Platforms
Deltatre NEXUS Powers New Zealand Rugby's With Their Digital Fan Hub
athlete development-focused partnerships
TrainingPeaks continues partnership with USA Cycling
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Collectible Baseball Figurines
Ghostwrite x MLB Game Face Taps into the Blind Box Craze
Young Athlete-Focused Development Programs
The Athlete Lab is Partnering with Sawtooth Sports
Fan Culture Activations
StubHub Launched Its World Cup Cuts a Multi-City Barbershop Campaign
Mobile Sports Simulation Gaming
MLB The Show Brings Team Building and Gameplay to Mobile
Arena Beauty Activations
L'Oréal Brings Immersive Beauty Experiences to Europe's Largest Arena
Collab Golf Culture Capsules
Hypegolf Japan Anchors a Three-Brand Apparel Collaboration
Eurasia Athleisure Market Entries
Lululemon Expands Into Six New International Markets
Sporty Heritage Leisurewear
’47 x Sporty & Rich New York Yankees Boasts Classic Minimalism
Performance-Driven Athletic Tennis Partnerships
Lacoste Extends Partnership with Miami Open
Sport Heritage Capsules
The Kappa Authentic SS26 Blends Football Roots with Streetwear
Sports-Specific AI Coach Systems
Mibro Relies on Technology for Performance Advancement
Expanded Wellness Retail Assortments
Target Added 30% More Wellness Products to Its Shelves
Hydration-Focused Pickleball Partnerships
Waterdrop Filter Sponsors Major League Pickleball
Trailblazing Golf Events
Starter Collaborates with 2025 Original Tee Golf Classic
Camo Sport Streetwear
The CR7 Life Collection Unites Football Culture with BAPE Streetwear
Progress-Focused Fitness Partnerships
lululemon and The Athletic Clubs Boost the Yet Philosophy
Health-Focused Sports Activations
Raisin Bran Brings Gut Health to Major League Pickleball
Sports Venue Sponsorships
Kalshi Has Landed a Partnership with Madison Square Garden
Retro Streetwear Capsules
The Wind and Sea Space Jam 30th Anniversary Collection Boasts Sportswear
Interactive Soccer Viewing Experience
PubNub Partners with DAZN for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Timeless Relaxed Sportswear Capsules
Elite Eleven Spotlights Its Comfortable Airweave Collection
Adaptive Apparel Fabric Innovations
Makalot Will Spotlight Material Innovations in Spring 2026
AI Sports Analytics
Balr AI Provides AI-Powered Sports Forecasting With Enhanced Accuracy
Shoppable Swimsuits
Sports Illustrated Launches Its Shoppable Swimsuits
Sportwear Celebrity Fusion Tease
SKYLRK x Adidas Football Collaboration Teases Soccer Designs
Second-Screen Sports Entertainment Platforms
Dream11 Enhances Fan Engagement with Watch-Alongs
Women-Focused Sports Stores
The Women’s Sports Store Can Be Accessed Digitally in the UK
Jersey-Inspired Juice Boxes
Appl7 & Eve Launched Soccer-Inspired Packaging for the Summer
Sports AI Data Platforms
Genius Sports Deployed Its GeniusIQ AI Platform Across Liga MX
Real-Time Esports Streams
Agora's Technology Powers Live Esports Streaming in the Philippines
Performance Workplace Apparel
BSN SPORTS Brings Adidas Apparel to Sport Clips Teams
Official Cloud Infrastructure Partners
Alibaba Cloud Partners with the Games of the Future
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
AI Baseball Player Avatars
Genies And MLB Players Inc. Launch AI Companion Roster
Strategic Athletic Club Branding
Club Athletic Harbours Ambitious Plans for National Expansion
Audio Journalism Platforms
Spotify Converts Long-Form Magazine Articles Into Audio Experiences
Colorwear Apparel Line
Pantone Launches Loungewear and Activewear in a Curated Palette
AI-Powered Native Video Ads
TripleLift Powers GUESS FRAGRANCES Big Game Campaign
Integrated Fitness Streaming
Spotify Integrates Workouts and Peloton Classes into Its Platform
Cultural Sports Collaboration
The Weeknd and Toronto Blue Jays Unite for a World Series Collection
Multi-Site Sports Club Platforms
Baseline Launched an Agentic AI Operating System for Sports Clubs
Sports Streaming Platforms
EvoSports Streaming Lets Users Capture And Share Live Sports Moments
Game-Changing Sports Fan Experiences
Telstra Touch and Track Technology Debuts at Marvel Stadium
Rugged Sports Lifestyle-Inspired Capsules
Carhartt Partners with '47 a Collection for Sports Fans
Technical Sportswear Capsule
The UACTP x Nike Collection Combines Utility with Layered Silhouettes
Matchday Soccer Kits
AFC Toronto 2026 Primary Soccer Kits Blend Matchday Culture & Everyday Wear
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Sports Community Platforms
Sports Social Connects Athletes And Gamers Through Local Events
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Baseball-Inspired Brand Expansions
Baseballism Grows from a Youth Camp into Something Bigger
Football Star Capsule
Tru Kolors X AE Capsule Delivers Cozy Casual Pieces Inspired by Athleticism
Squad Training Business Models
The Athletic Clubs is Growing and Launching in Chicago
Curated Athlete Tunnel Looks
JCPenney Unveiled Inside Lane With Five Women Basketball Stars
Category-Focused Ball Retailers
The Ball Depot Launches its New E-Commerce Platform