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Best Gifts for Sports-Loving Dads

Michelle Prado | McClatchy Commerce

Father’s Day is this weekend — but there’s still time to score points with your dad and get him the perfect gift. If your dad loves spending Saturday on the golf course, has joined the pickleball craze, or even just knows how important a pregame tailgate is, he’s sure to love a sports-themed gift. It doesn’t matter if he enjoys playing sports himself, watching them, or a mix of both. From a high-tech golf watch, to a regulation cornhole set and more, we’ve got a great selection of gifts he’s sure to love.

Putt-A-Bout Par 3 Putting Green

For the golf fanatic, this 3-hole golf course is perfect for the living room, office, or even the backyard. It also folds up easily, so your father can take it wherever he wants to practice his strokes.

Bike Nook Bicycle Stand

Your father will be able to stand his bike up in the garage, house, or apartment without taking up a lot of space with this bike nook. This simple vertical storage rack makes putting away a bike as easy as a click. It fits wheels up to 18-inches and is easy to assemble.

Big Dill Pickleball Paddle Set

If your dad loves puns and pickleball, this gift will be a smash. The set comes with two fiberglass paddles, two outdoor balls, and a carrying case to hold everything. He’ll love this set no matter if he’s a pro or has just been itching to try the hottest new trend.

Men’s Running Headband

These men’s running headbands are stretchy, breathable and will protect your dad’s head from the UV rays when he’s out on a run or even at the tennis court. Even if your dad is more of a sports observer, he can benefit from the extra protection and sweat-wicking abilities while sitting in the stands.

Garmin Approach S62

For the golf-obsessed dad, this watch has everything to make his game even better. There’s a virtual caddie that can help him pick the right club and a GPS map of different golf courses. It also connects to the Garmin Golf app so your dad can keep track of his stats and compare his scores to the leaderboards.

Callaway Kite Polarized Sunglasses

With 100% UV Protection, these sunglasses are one of the best gifts for Father’s Day, especially for any father who is very active. They are lightweight and comfortable and come with a lens cloth, carry pouch, and case with a hanging clip.

TrailHeads Performance Running Hat

Lightweight and moisture-wicking, this hat is great for dads that run or ones that just spend a lot of time outside. The mesh design makes it breathable, and it has a reflective trim on the brim to improve visibility in the dark.

Kan Jam Disc Toss Game

Want to help spice up your dad’s tailgate parties? This backyard disc toss game is easy to take to the beach or park and is simple to learn and play. Similar to cornhole or horseshoe, your dad will love to challenge his buddies to a game (or two.) The baskets also fold flat, making it easy to transport.

Savage Ice Bath Portable Cold Plunge Tub

Cold water therapy is a great way to recover after a hard workout or intense game. This ice bath is easily collapsible and can hold up to 79 gallons to help ease the tension and soreness of your dad’s muscles and keep him in the game. Just add ice.

Three Sixty Six Quick Dry Gold Shirts

If your dad enjoys spending his days out on the golf course, this short-sleeve polo shirt is perfect to keep him covered. It comes in a variety of colors and patterns to match his style, and it is made from a lightweight, breathable fabric that wicks away moisture.

Tailgating Pros Regulation Cornhole Boards

No tailgating party is complete without cornhole. While this American flag design is really patriotic, there are 30 other designs to choose from. It is a regulation size, made of solid wood, and comes with eight coordinating bean bags and a carrying tote.

Sandjest Sports Water Bottle

Keep dad hydrated with this stainless steel water bottle that comes in baseball, football, and basketball designs. It has double wall insulation to keep beverages cold and a secured top to prevent spilling.

Adidas Defender 4 Duffel Bag

Made of durable material and with extra roomy compartments, this duffel bag will carry all of the equipment your father needs for his games or activities. It has two zippered end pockets and is water resistant.

TheraGun Handheld Percussion Massage Gun

Working out can lead to some sore muscles, but you can give your father the gift of a massage with this 3-speed handheld massage gun. The triangular design is meant to help get to hard-to-reach places, and it comes with three attachments to target different parts of the body.

This story was originally published June 10, 2024 at 2:58 PM.

Andrew J. Tardif
McClatchy Commerce
Andrew Tardif is a writer and editor currently residing on the East Coast. Outside of his work writing articles and editing books and long form content, he’s also a content creator and performer.
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