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100 Gifts for the Sport Enthusiast

From Tech-Inspired Kicks to Slam Dunk Mugs

— December 7, 2014 — Lifestyle
This collection of gifts for the sport enthusiast will inspire people to think outside of the box when it comes to getting something special for athletically-inclined individuals. Whether they like to partake in the sport themselves or simply surround themselves with paraphernalia of their sport of choice, this collection is chock full of inspiration to set people down the right path.

From athletic gear and footwear to playful mugs and even sports fan cufflinks, there is something for everyone. These gifts for the sport enthusiast also range when it comes to the sports themselves. There's everything for the golfer, the cyclist and of course those who love their basketball and football. Those who really deem themselves sports lovers will probably want something from each category to solidify their status as such.
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Performance-Tracking Rackets
Performance-Tracking Rackets
The Smart Tennis Sensor from Sony Improves One's Swing
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Sporty Rolling Pins
Sporty Rolling Pins
This Adorable Novelty Kitchen Tool Plays Hard Ball
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Collaborative Sports Jerseys
Collaborative Sports Jerseys
Adidas' World Cup Jerseys Pair with Niche Brands for the World Cup
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English Football Cufflinks
English Football Cufflinks
These Team England Cufflinks Offer a Refined Way of Showing Support
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Baseball Team Timepieces
Baseball Team Timepieces
Gear Up for the 2014 Baseball Season with These Athletic Watches
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Pulse-Reading Soccer Balls
Pulse-Reading Soccer Balls
The Heart Ball Captures the Pulse of Brazilian World Cup Soccer Fans
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Color Block Soccer Caps
Color Block Soccer Caps
I Love Ugly Released a Collection of World Cup Hats
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Leggy Football Apparel
Leggy Football Apparel
Sport Shorts are Customizable to the Female NHL or NFL Fan
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Football Fanatic Clutches
Football Fanatic Clutches
This World Cup Clutches Capsule Collection Lets You Support Your Team
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Concussion-Detecting Mouthguards
Concussion-Detecting Mouthguards
The FITGuard Raises Awareness About Head Related Sports Injuries
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Boozy Basketball Earrings
Boozy Basketball Earrings
These Bottle Cap Earrings are Inspired by the Toronto Raptors
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Fire-Exposed Sport Equipment
Fire-Exposed Sport Equipment
The Warstic Flame Treated Baseball Bats are Fierily Stylish
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Catch-Locating Lures
Catch-Locating Lures
The Deeper Smart Fishfinder Keeps the Angler Informed of His Target
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Basketball Star Socks
Basketball Star Socks
Stance NBA Legends Socks Will Make You Want to Slam Dunk Your Sock Drawer
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Baseball-Inspired Monies
Baseball-Inspired Monies
The US Mint Curved Coin is the First of Its Kind
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Bike Gear Bags
Bike Gear Bags
Nicole Miller's Addison Caino Cross Bag is Sporty and Chic
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Striking Basketball Hats
Striking Basketball Hats
These Hats Will Be Worn by Draft Picks Dreaming of Playing in NBA Finals
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Charitable Fitness Totes
Charitable Fitness Totes
The Activyst Athletic Bag Helps Fund Girls' Sport Programs Worldwide
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Dining Table Tennis Nets
Dining Table Tennis Nets
The Corknet Pot Holder Doubles as a Ping Pong Bet
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Elite Baseball Apparel
Elite Baseball Apparel
The Nike Baseball Vapor System is Designed to Boost Speed and Performance
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Tech-Inspired Kicks
Tech-Inspired Kicks
The JRDN 4 X PS4 Shoes Combine Two Well-Known Companies
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Flickering Soccer Balls
Flickering Soccer Balls
The Nike Ordem Hi-Vis Winter Ball Will Be Used in Three Top Leagues
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Perforated Baseball Gloves
Perforated Baseball Gloves
The Nike Vapor 360 Baseball Glove Has Broken-in Feel
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Game-Enhancing Basketballs
Game-Enhancing Basketballs
Learn to Play Like a Pro with the Shot-Improving Basketball
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Tennis Inspired Shoes
Tennis Inspired Shoes
The Adidas Originals Stan Smith Collection is Sleek
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Hot Dog-Flavored Bubblegum
Hot Dog-Flavored Bubblegum
Ballpark Gum Tastes like Hotdogs, Peanuts and Beer to Please Fans
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Iconic College Sports Apparel
Iconic College Sports Apparel
The 2014 March Madness Tourney Nike Collection Recently Launched
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Snakeskin Sporting Goods
Snakeskin Sporting Goods
Elisabeth Weinstock Creates Snakeskin Football and Basketball Equipment
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Flexible Baseball Gloves
Flexible Baseball Gloves
The Nike Vapor 360 Instantly Fits to Your Hand
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Sporty Football Stilettos
Sporty Football Stilettos
The Charlotte Olympia Footwear Collection Inspired by Athletic Teams
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Soccer Tournament Accessories
Soccer Tournament Accessories
The MCM World Cup Collection Celebrates the Upcoming Championship
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Ergonomic Baseball Bats
Ergonomic Baseball Bats
The Axe Bat is a Home Run
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Swing-Improving Watches
Swing-Improving Watches
The Approach S6 Watch Helps Golfers Swing Better on the Green
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White Wimbledon Sneakers
White Wimbledon Sneakers
Sponsored Athletes Wear Nike Tennis 2014 Wimbledon Footwear Collection
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Tennis Skills-Calculating Cameras
Tennis Skills-Calculating Cameras
My Tennis Cam Can Turn you Into a Tennis Pro In No Time
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Minimalist Headlamp-Lanterns
Minimalist Headlamp-Lanterns
The Snow Peak SnowMiner is For Winter Campers
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Flag Mashup Sneakers
Flag Mashup Sneakers
Del Toro's World Cup Shoes Show the Flags of the Participating Countries
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Tenacious Tennis Trackers
Tenacious Tennis Trackers
The Shot Stats Challenger Device Scrutinizes Your Tennis Game
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Basketball-Inspired Earphones
Basketball-Inspired Earphones
The Beats by Dre Powerbeats2 Wireless Channels All-Star LeBron James
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Street Art-Inspired Headphones
Street Art-Inspired Headphones
The B&O PLAY x Pepsi Capsule Collection is Stylish and Funky
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Soccer-Inspired Wines
Soccer-Inspired Wines
The LASK Soccer Club Wine is a Sport Drink That Takes Cues from the Field
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Lightweight Electric Mountain Bikes
Lightweight Electric Mountain Bikes
The Cube 'Elite Hybrid HPC SLT 29' is an Award-Winning Design
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Tech-Powered Ballerina Shoes
Tech-Powered Ballerina Shoes
Electronic Traces Transmit a Dancer's Movements to Mobile Devices
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E-Bike Converter Kits
E-Bike Converter Kits
Falco's Fusion Sports E-Bike Kit Gives an Existing Cycle an Eco Boost
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Galactic Sporting Gear
Galactic Sporting Gear
The R2D2 Football is a Thematic Sporting Good
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Tennis Ball Grabbers
Tennis Ball Grabbers
The Tennis-Picker Was Inspired by the 2014 Wimbledon Championships
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LGBT Sports Apparel
LGBT Sports Apparel
The Nike 2014 #BETRUE Collection Features Vibrant Rainbow Colours
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Aggressive Stickman Shirts
Aggressive Stickman Shirts
A New MMA T-Shirt Line Boasts an Angry Little Fighting Man
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Workout-Enhancing Mouthpieces
Workout-Enhancing Mouthpieces
This New Age Performance Mouthpiece Promises More Strength & Balance
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Illuminating Sport Nets
Illuminating Sport Nets
These Nets Make Playing B-Ball a Glow-in-the-Dark Event
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Cylindrical Cyclist Speakers
Cylindrical Cyclist Speakers
The Buckshot Speakers is Rugged Enough for Bike-Riding
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Oversized Catcher Chairs
Oversized Catcher Chairs
The Rawlings Baseball Glove Chair Looks and Feels Like the Real Thing
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Compact Golf Clubs
Compact Golf Clubs
The DV8 Sports Golf Clubs Fit into a Lightweight Backpack
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Skater-Centric Headphones
Skater-Centric Headphones
Sein Woo Designs Headphones Specifically for Skater Boys and Girls
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Clothing-Filled Punching Bags
Clothing-Filled Punching Bags
The Punch Bag Laundry Bag is Temporary Gym Equipment
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Soccer Field Phone Cases
Soccer Field Phone Cases
The Trip Do Brasil World Cup Phone Case is a Winner
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Strapped Sports Ball Bags
Strapped Sports Ball Bags
These Functional Ball Bags by Guillem Ferran are Perfect for Athletes
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Animalistic B-Ball Equipment
Animalistic B-Ball Equipment
The Leopard Print Spalding Basketball is Made for Fashionable Dudes
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Cushioned Basketball Shoes
Cushioned Basketball Shoes
The New D Rose 5 Boost Shows Offer Maximum Energy Return
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Galaxy Workout Wear
Galaxy Workout Wear
Nike's Galaxy-Printed Workout Shorts are Chic
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Modernized Winter Footwear
Modernized Winter Footwear
The Fimbulvetr Snowshoe is Sleek and Functional
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2-in-1 Designer Bag & Clothes
2-in-1 Designer Bag & Clothes
Ermenegildo Zegna Gym Kit
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Luxury Indoor Basketball Kits
Luxury Indoor Basketball Kits
Killspencer Designs an Upscale Sports Set for Basketball Aficionados
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Indoor Hoop Games
Indoor Hoop Games
Play Your Own Sweet 16 Tournament While You Watch the Games
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Feminine Training Footwear
Feminine Training Footwear
The Nike Zoom Fit Agility Provides Enhanced Cushioning & Responsiveness
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Handheld Surfboard Designs
Handheld Surfboard Designs
The Slyde Handboards Allow You to Surf On Your Hands
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Slam Dunk Mugs
Slam Dunk Mugs
This Mug With a Hoop is the Perfect Dishware for Playful Basketball Fans
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Jean-Infused Diving Watches
Jean-Infused Diving Watches
Hublot's Stylish Diving Watch is as Sleek as it is Functional
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Safari Sport Jackets
Safari Sport Jackets
The Gourmet x Mitchell & Ness Coats Incorporate Animal Prints
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Boxer-Loving Sneaks
Boxer-Loving Sneaks
The 2011 Manny Pacquiao Summer Footwear Collection is a Knockout
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One-Handed Beer Openers
One-Handed Beer Openers
This Funky Bottle Opener is Smart and Functional
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Cartoon Skateboards
Cartoon Skateboards
The New Simpsons Skateboards by Santa Cruz are a Blast from the Past
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Detachable Mustache Hats
Detachable Mustache Hats
The ‘Cheer The Beard' Cap Pays Tribute to Brian Wilson
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Shimmering Soccer Shoes
Shimmering Soccer Shoes
The Mercurial Superfly CR7 Gala Honors the World's Best Soccer Player
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Technicolor Sportswear Collaborations
Technicolor Sportswear Collaborations
The Mary Katrantzou adidas Originals Line is Eye-Catching
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Adventurous Rope Accessories
Adventurous Rope Accessories
The 550 Paracord Survival Belt is Perfect for Emergencies
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Fashionable Necklace Floaties
Fashionable Necklace Floaties
The Personal Floatation Device is Unobtrusive and Minimalist
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Upcycled Basketball Bracelets
Upcycled Basketball Bracelets
This Basketball Bracelet is the Ideal Accessory for the NBA Playoffs
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Timeless Weight Training
Timeless Weight Training
The Vintage-Like Melzers Boxing Club 'Chromexcel Medicine Ball'
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Crocheted Bicycle Gloves
Crocheted Bicycle Gloves
Gantoli Cycling Accoutrements are Inspired by Three Different Flag Colors
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Luxury Boxing Equipment
Luxury Boxing Equipment
The Killspencer Speed Bag is Stylish and Timeless
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Revamped Traditional Bike Bells
Revamped Traditional Bike Bells
The ‘Fuuvi Charly Bicycle Bell’ is a Fashionable Cycli
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Hyper-Strong Football Gear
Hyper-Strong Football Gear
The Nike Pro Combat Hyperstrong is Stronger and Lighter Than Ever
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Upcycled Racket Stools
Upcycled Racket Stools
The Banco Raquete Reuses Discarded Sporting Equipment to Form a Unique Seat
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Retro Baseball Branding
Retro Baseball Branding
Goodwin Field Packaging Scores a Home Run with Nuts and Nostalgia
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Auto-Inspired Shoes
Auto-Inspired Shoes
The 'Air Jordan 14 Retro Challenge Red' Kicks Take Tips from Ferrari
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Boxer-Branded Kicks
Boxer-Branded Kicks
The Nike Manny Pacquiao Trainer Won't Be Worn by Mayweather
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Minimalist Gym Apparel
Minimalist Gym Apparel
This Modern Gym Apparel is Designed by Adidas' Porsche Design Sport Project
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Luxury Designer Golf Bags
Luxury Designer Golf Bags
Take to the Course in Style with a Louis Vuitton Golf Bags 2012
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Feminine Performance Gear
Feminine Performance Gear
The Nike x Pedro Lourenço Collection Stars Karlie Kloss
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9
Baby Boxing Rings
Baby Boxing Rings
The Guy Mezger Combat Sports Club Ads Attract Inherent Fighters
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Punching Bag Furniture
Punching Bag Furniture
The Champ Sofa Lets You Take Some Anger Out on Your Upholstery
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Superhero Sport Baselayers
Superhero Sport Baselayers
Nike Hyperwarm Flex is "The Most Technical First Layer in Sport"
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Hand-Painted Head Protectors
Hand-Painted Head Protectors
Belle Helmets Make Safety Gorgeous
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Triple Threat Sportswear
Triple Threat Sportswear
The Nike Tech Fleece Collection Revolutionizes Cold-Weather Apparel
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Timber Head Protectors
Timber Head Protectors
The Lazer Sport Street Deluxe Wood Helmet Promotes Stylish Safety
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3
Super Hero Cycling Suits
Super Hero Cycling Suits
These Pop Culture Cycling Suits Bring Excitement to Your Next Bike Ride
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Recycled Skateboard Shades
Recycled Skateboard Shades
Holloway SK8 Sunglasses are Decked-out Frames
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Scale Model Business Cards
Scale Model Business Cards
Tennis Court Business Card Has a Memorable Impact in the Marketing Game
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