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Fathers Day Gifts For The Avid Sports Fan

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Is your dad a diehard sports fan? If so, then you have a plethora of Fathers Day gifts to choose from. From hilarious gag gifts to game tickets to die for, your dad will love that you cared enough to get something that’s special to him. In this article, we’ll share some great ideas for sports related Fathers Day presents.

Of course, for sports related Fathers Day gifts, nothing beats tickets to see their favorite team in action. The most loyal fan would gladly hang from the ceiling! Before you drop a lot of cash on costly tickets, check out newspapers or the internet for people selling tickets for less than face value. If you can afford it, season tickets are sure to put you in your dad’s good books! Another great gift for dad is a cable TV Game Package. With this gift, dad can watch every single game that his favorite team plays. Check with your cable TV provider for information on pricing and special offers.

If your dad spends Sundays parked in front of the television watching sports, then consider a Fathers Day special gift that will make him more comfortable. A mini refrigerator may make you unpopular with your mom, but your dad will love it! He’ll have drinks and snacks within arm’s reach while he enjoys all of the games. Most mini refrigerators cost less than $100 and are available where major appliances are sold. To go with the mini fridge, get together with other family members and splurge on a luxurious recliner chair. Sports fans will drool over a plush, comfortable chair that will keep them relaxed during those tense, game moments.

A truly unique Fathers Day gift for the sports lover is wine. Yes, that’s right, wine. Many legendary athletes, like golfer Mike Weir and hockey great Wayne Gretzky, now have their own wine franchises. These are not cheap. Golfer Greg Norman sells hundreds of thousands of cases annually. One year, Wine Spectator magazine named a Norman label as one of its top 10 bottles of wines of the year. Hall of Fame pitcher and three time Cy Young Award winner Tom Seaver grows Cabernet Sauvignon grapes on his 115-acre ranch. Legendary race car driver Mario Andretti has been in the wine business for over a decade. His winery produces Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon in the Napa Valley. This unusual gift will be a classy addition to dinner on Fathers Day in your family.

You don’t have to fall back on the same old Fathers Day gifts you’ve been giving your dad since you were four. To show your love and appreciation, get him something that is meaningful yet still fun. Even if you can’t get your hands on prime playoff tickets, you can still go to games played in the junior leagues. Besides getting the chance to watch his favorite sport, your dad will cherish the time spent with you.

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August 22nd, 2009 at 2:38 pm

Tips When Seeking Your Fathers Day Gift

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Nothing says ‘a loving father’ like a man pretending to be delighted with yet another sweater that will never see the light of day outside of the house. Instead of giving your dad something that he doesn’t need or want, why not get him a Fathers Day gift that he can use and enjoy every day? In this article, we’ve got some Fathers Day gift ideas that are practical but still have a personal touch.

Choosing a Fathers Day gift for the dad who is a sports fan can be a lot of fun. Once you realize how many cool gadgets there are out there, you may end up shopping for yourself! If your dad enjoys a cold one while he watches the game, then perhaps a set of glasses, coolers or a beer dispenser with the logo of his favorite team would be fitting. On the website www.gifts.com, you can order hilarious gifts for fathers, like a chips ‘n dip set shaped like a football helmet and NFL team grill covers. You can even buy a fan stock share!

For a truly unique Fathers Day gift, get out your video camera and make a home movie. You can write a script about something hilarious or meaningful to your family and have everyone be the players in the production. If you really want to get creative, then make a music video of his favorite song. If you have a computer with either PowerPoint or Flash, and a scanner, then you can simply scan family pictures and put them to music with fun transitions in between. You can finish your electronic photo montage with videotaped greetings from every member of the family.

If money is at a premium this year, you can make your dad’s day special with a little elbow grease. Instead of buying a Fathers Day present, put together a coupon book offering a variety of services or activities. For example, give him a coupon that promises you’ll wash and wax the car, clean the garage, cook his favorite meal, or simply give him a big hug and a kiss. Your dad will love this personal and thoughtful gift that shows that you really care.

This year, make a vow to get creative with your Fathers Day gift. Think about things that your dad really enjoys and cater your gift to his tastes. Get him something that he’s put off getting for himself or something he’d never splurge on. So long as it is comes from the heart, your Fathers Day present will be a hit.

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August 19th, 2009 at 10:33 pm