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How To Identify Classic Football Shirts 4

Posted on February 02, 2021 by Kumar Vishnu

If you are interested in getting vintage football kits to round out your collection, then you might put a lot of stock in how genuine your purchases actually are. Even if you don’t mind re-creations or remakes of old retro football shirts that are no longer in production, you usually still want them to look accurate and have an authenticity behind the design, especially if you are paying quite a lot to get hold of one.

Materials

Sometimes the materials of vintage football kits make them obviously real or fake. It can be hard to sum this up in a single explanation because every kit is different, and certain countries have used different materials at different times, but a lot of modern recreations won’t use the same materials as older kits. If you buy a classic football kit, but it feels softer and more modern, then it is probably a re-creation of the classic kit.

For reproductions, this isn’t a bad thing: unless you specifically want authentic classic football shirts from real games or championships, this can make them far more appealing to the average football fan.

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Gift Ideas for Athletes 1

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Justin Ronald

Almost all of us have a friend or family member who loves sports.

Choosing a gift for an athletic friend isn’t like solving a mathematical problem. There are no concrete steps involved in the process and that makes it even more difficult.

We get stuck when it comes to their gifts for birthdays, winning celebrations, weddings, etc.

Are you stuck as well?

If yes, we have fantastic gift ideas for your athletic friend that are inspiring, motivating, hilarious, and memorable ways to show your support for them.

Big-Budget Gift Ideas For Athletes

Bravo! If you have a big-budget.

There are so many grand gift ideas that you can buy for your friend or family member. Here are a few of my favorites.

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5 Awesome Gifts for Every Sports Fan 0

Posted on October 27, 2019 by John Harris

We are now just two months from Christmas, so time to start thinking about the best gifts for sports fans and exercise warriors. Below are five items that may be perfect for the sports enthusiast in your family.

Kool8 water bottle – I know there are lots of water bottles on the market, but the Kool8 is truly the only one you need. The sleek design, full insulation and multiple colors makes it the “must have” bottle for all workout warriors.

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10 Gym Bag Essentials for Gym Goer 0

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Christian Taylor

Be it your first day at the gym or just your regular day at gym. It doesn’t matter if you train in a well-equipped gym like the gyms in Bondi beach with excellent hygiene and facilities or to a local gym, there are a few gym essentials that you must have in your gym bag – the essentials will come handy during and post workout session.

Here are ten must-have accessories you can’t afford to be without for your workout session.

Reusable Water Bottle

If you don’t want to wait in line for a water fountain or not comfortable drinking tap water, then a BPA free drink bottle is an essential item you should have in your gym bag. With this investment, you will able to keep yourself hydrated pre, during and post workout session.

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Superb Gifts For Sports Fans 1

Posted on December 17, 2018 by John Harris

sports giftsBuying a gift for someone that loves sports? Here are just a few ideas to give you inspirations if you’re stuck for ideas.

Event tickets

When it comes to big gifts, tickets to a game or a sporting event can be a great option. Buying tickets early will allow you to hunt for the best deals on the web. If you’ve got money to spend, you can even look into special tickets such as driver’s lounge access at a race or a box at a sporting event. Meanwhile, if you’re on a budget, you could simply buy a StubHub gift card – this could give the recipient money to spend towards tickets themselves, also giving them the freedom to choose the event.

Football shirt

When it comes to buying for football fans, football shirts are a classic gift. For premium quality, you’re best looking for official football shirts on trusted sites. It’s even possible to buy custom shirts in which you can personalize the person’s name onto the shirt. Make sure you definitely know their size before buying this type of gift. Read the rest of this entry →

  • Vintage Athlete of the Month

    • Mickey Lolich: 1968 World Series Hero
      October 2, 2024 | 3:00 pm
      Mickey Lolich

      The Sports Then and Now Vintage Athlete of the Month is one of the most celebrated pitchers in Detroit Tigers history and will forever be remembered for his heroic performance in the 1968 World Series.

      Mickey Lolich is remembered for his durability, resilience, and ability to deliver in clutch situations. Known for his powerful left arm and an almost superhuman capacity to pitch complete games, Lolich etched his name in baseball history with his stellar performance in the 1968 World Series, leading the Tigers to a championship. His career, spanning from 1963 to 1979, was defined by consistency, longevity, and an unyielding competitive spirit. Lolich may not have the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, but his achievements on the mound have earned him a lasting legacy in the annals of Major League Baseball.

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