Holidays aren't the only times that sports moms deserve to be showered with "sports mom" gifts. Any time of year is a good idea, especially given that the sports never really end. It's either the sports season or prep for the sports season — camp, anyone? Of course, sports mamas can also get things for themselves to celebrate their kids' passions and show their support for them. After all, that's the obvious though often unspoken rule of being a sports parent. As long as the kids are happy and thriving, they're happy. And a residual upside of being a sports parent, besides instilling dedication, team work, and hand-eye coordination in the kids — is being able to buy and wear all the amazingly cute sports parent stuff. And this is totally doable regardless of if the kid is a star.
So while gift ideas can definitely be found here, it's also a list for mamas to get inspo for themselves. Because showing team spirit, and wanting to become an expert sports parent, is normal. Things can get crazy as a sports mom, but when the kids are right in the thick of it — it's awesome. Thankfully, there's a lot of material to choose from to show that spirit, especially as more things can be personalized. There's blankets with the ability to have the entire season schedule on it, classy charm bracelets, and baseball-themed cross-body purses. Plus, there's also items to make the season genuinely more enjoyable, too.
We included sports chairs to comfortable game-watching, snack bags for the entire team, water bottle phone holders and heated bleacher seats with back support. Because while there are items that speak to specific sports, the needs are basically the same. Moms know the deal: carting kids from practices, dinners on the go, chilly game nights and traveling to games or meets. We tried to include things that spoke to all of those things.
So take a look and see what will help spread the most pride. Go team!
Water Bottle With Phone Holding Sleeve
Don't risk having a phone fall through the bleachers. Stay hydrated and keep the phone safe at the same time with a water bottle featuring a clear phone sleeve for easy access.
Water Bottle with Phone Holding Sleeve ($15, Uncommon Goods)
Dual Lock Chair
Sports moms know better than anybody that there's a lack of seating at games. That's where the folding chair comes in. This one comes with two drink holders and carry bag.
Dual Lock Chair ($30, Walmart)
Monogrammed Baseball Tote
Sports moms are known to bring team snacks occasionally, which happen to fit nicely in this monogrammed baseball tote. It also makes great storage for uniforms, gloves, or other gear.
Monogrammed Baseball Tote ($40, FallenStarCoutureInc/Etsy)
Basketball Practice Calendar Stickers
Schedules can get hectic with sports, especially with multiple activities involved. Stay in the loop (and get the rest of the family in it too, too) by placing themed-stickers on the days where the athlete has a game or practice.
Basketball Practice Calendar Stickers ($2, TheRenschNook/Etsy)
Baseball Phone Crossbody
Show baseball mom pride by wearing a phone cross-body that'll fit right into the game. As the description states, "your hands will be free to carry ballpark snacks (and your foam hand.)"
Baseball Phone Crossbody ($26, Charming Charlie)
Love My Boys Popsocket
Popsockets have a functional purpose: propping up phones or tablets or making them easier to hold. And holding a phone tight comes in handy when taking photos or videos during games.
Love My Boys Popsocket ($15, Amazon)
Softball Mom Tote
Show softball pride with a tote that celebrates one of the best roles, ever: softball mom. Totes are great alternatives to purses, because they're spacious and less formal — perfect for practices or games.
Softball Mom Tote ($12, Zazzle)
Insulated Wine Tumbler
Refreshments are enjoyable at many kids' games, but this tumbler allows any drink — hot or cold — to be had at the event (event area permitting). It comes with a straw and lid to prevent spills.
Insulated Wine Tumbler ($13, Amazon)
Hockey Mom Hooded T-Shirt
Hockey arenas and rinks are cold but this adorable "hockey mom" hooded T-shirt will help keep things warm. It's pre-shrunk and comes in sizes up to 2XL.
Hockey Mom Hooded T-Shirt ($35, CafePress)
Customized Baseball Mom Cap
Keep the sun out of the eyes with a cap. Make sure its a cute baseball-themed one though like this one from Etsy.
Customized Baseball Mom Cap ($24, MamaGlitter/Etsy)
Basketball Mom Tumbler
Reduce plastic water bottle waste and show off status as a basketball mom with this drink tumbler. Great for taking a drink on the go or at games.
Basketball Mom Tumbler ($10, DJCustomCreations/Etsy)
Cheer Mom Charm Bracelet
Charm bracelets show off personal style so why not sport a cheer mom one? Choose beads in team colors for a truly personalized look. Now that's spirit!
Cheer Mom Charm Bracelet (from $25, Graceandliz/Etsy)
Personalized Blanket
Snuggle up with ultimate team pride thanks to a personalized blanket from Chalk Talk Sports. Include the color and text (like team name) to go on it and have it for the upcoming season and chilly game nights.
Personalized Blanket ($55, Chalk Talk Sports)
Heated Bleacher Seat
Never have a cold, uncomfortable bleacher experience again. This heated seat is designed to sit on bleachers to make it a more comfortable and warm experience.
Heated Bleacher Seat ($125, Oddity Mall)
Rechargeable Hand Warmer
It may be warmer weather now, but fall and winter seasons will be here soon enough and so will be the need for hand warmers. Instead of the one-time-use kind, buy a rechargeable version to last through multiple game seasons to come.
Rechargeable Hand Warmer ($14, Oddity Mall)
Gymnastics Mom T-Shirt
Can't go wrong with a T-shirt. And given that gymnastics meets are usually inside, a T-shirt makes a perfect way to show pride.
Gymnastics Mom T-Shirt (from $21, TeeBeeShirts/Etsy)
Lacrosse Mom Decal
Decorate the car with a decal dedicated to the sports mom life. This sticker pays homage to the lacrosse mamas out there.
Lacrosse Mom Decal ($8, LuLaLax)
Car Speakerphone
Moms spend a lot of time in the car going from school to activities and sports. If a speaker phone isn't built into the car, let this car speakerphone assist in hands-free talking.
Car Speakerphone ($80, Hammacher Schlemmer)
Gold Soccer Bangle
Go for a classic charm bracelet look with a gold charm bangle from Alex and Ani. The brand has many different options to choose from and among them is this soccer ball.
Gold Soccer Bangle ($30, Alex and Ani)
Plaid Shawl Scarf
If a big team blanket doesn't quite work, go more of the subtle route with a plaid shawl scarf. It looks like it's part of the outfit (because, well, it is) but also keeps whoever wears it nice and toasty.
Plaid Shawl Scarf ($18, Pretty Simple)
*Psst: if you choose to purchase an item from this post, Cafemom may receive a small cut. Each item and price is up to date at the time of publication; however, an item may be sold out or the price may be different at a later date.
