The holiday season can be an overwhelming time of doubt and uncertainty. Fret not, fan-faithful, Fanatics.com has everything you need to make sure this year is a great one for the sports fan(s) in your life. We will be counting down the Top 10 Gifts for Sports Fans of the 2012 season. All of these items are available for your holiday purchase at Fanatics and Football Fanatics. The votes have been tallied and the results are in. The #1 Gift this year for the sports fan in your life: Nike Football Gloves.

Wear gloves, not pine tar

As long as there’s been sport in America, there have been people creating ways to play faster, better. From pig skins to cow hides; leather helmets to polycarbonate alloys. And where once a player may have thought to put peanut butter or pine tar on their hands, now we have the Nike Vapor Jet Gloves. Playing a quick game of sandlot football just got kicked up a notch when you’re racing down the dirt with these bad boys on your digits. Nike NFL Gloves turn any backyard scrimmage into a true sporting event.

Question: Why do I need gloves to play football? Answer: Do you KNOW how hard an NFL QB throws?

The average NFL QB can throw a football around 35-40 mph. Without gloves, you could easily jam your fingers or bruise them up something awful. Now, you may not hauling in bullets from Tom Brady anytime soon, but why not look like you are? Nike Football Gloves turn the act of catching a football into somewhat of an art form. With their bright, team-matched colors and interlocking designs, Nike Football Gloves don’t just protect your hands, they guard your sense of style.

The Science behind the spectacular

Nike Receiver Gloves were designed by some pretty smart people. Not only are they available in the logos and colors of every NFL team, but they’re built with some serious attention to detail. The palms of the gloves contain Magnigrip CL material to strengthen grip in all conditions. Mesh resides on the back for breathability, and a gusset system delivers a flexible range of motion for the fingers. Thermoplastic elastomers bond to the center of the gloves to increase durability and comfort. Oh, and, uh . . .they look really, really cool!

‘Throw your hands in the air . . .’

One of, if not the best, feature of the Vapor Jet Gloves is their design. An interlocking print on the gloves will create a team’s logo when one’s hands are put together. Think of it as the exclamation point on a touchdown catch. A way to silence the crowd after you’ve picked off the QB late in the game. You snatch the ball from the heavens, cross the plane of the goal, and throw your hands together, showing everyone the team you really play for (even if it’s only in your head). Nike Receiver Gloves—you’ll play on a different level altogether.

Last Blog Post – Best Gift Ideas for Sports Fans at Fanatics: #2 Sports Blankets.

The holiday season can be an overwhelming time of doubt and uncertainty. Fret not, fan-faithful, Fanatics.com has everything you need to make sure this year is a great one for the sports fan(s) in your life. We will be counting down the Top 10 Gifts for Sports Fans of the 2012 season. All of these items are available for your holiday purchase at Fanatics and Football Fanatics. Next up: #2 Team Blankets.

Winter’s here, bringing with it all the comfort and warmth of home. Sports fans ’round the world will huddle close to watch their teams battle it out in the frost and snow. But, no true fan should allow the cold to touch their heart, while nestled safely and soundly in a Sports Blanket from Fanatics.

All you gridiron fans, get on the couch, grab an NFL Blanket and root to your heart’s content! It’s football season and the temperature couldn’t be better for a seat on the couch with an NFL Throw. While the players fume steam from their helmets, you’ll be warm and toasty, bundled up in an NFL Snuggie or Fleece.

Baseball fans, don’t let the cold air divert your love of the game. Remind everyone around you that you’re a fan of America’s Pastime with an MLB Blanket or Throw. The Boys of Summer will be at spring training soon enough, so wait out the winter in an MLB Snuggie. We’ve got all the MLB Blankets that make waiting for the baseball season even more bearable.

The players may be locked out, but you don’t have to be exiled from comfort with an NHL Blanket. When you’re pooped from playing street hockey, crash on the couch in style with an NHL Fleece or Throw from Fanatics. The boys will be back on the ice in no time, so relax, sit down and get comfy with an NHL Snuggie.

It’s been a great year for College Football and you can enjoy the last bit of it with a College Fleece. College Basketball is just getting heated up, so warm yourself with our selection of College Throws and Snuggies. No matter your alma mater, we carry College Blankets for more than 500 schools, so you can relax in team spirit all winter long.

Last Blog Post – Best Gift Ideas for Sports Fans at Fanatics: #3 Paracord Bracelets.

The holiday season can be an overwhelming time of doubt and uncertainty. Fret not, fan-faithful, Fanatics.com has everything you need to make sure this year is a great one for the sports fan(s) in your life. We will be counting down the Top 10 Gifts for Sports Fans of the 2012 season. All of these items are available for your holiday purchase at Fanatics and Football Fanatics. Next up: #3 Paracord Bracelets.

Life can be treacherous. It is peppered with adversity, both mental and physical. You may not be able to avoid all the little emergencies life throws at you, but at least you can be prepared with a Paracord Bracelet from Fanatics. A Survival Strap has become a fashion statement as of late; telling the word, “Hey, man, I’m down for whatever.” The ways in which a Survival Strap can come in handy are countless. But just like common sense, there’s no point having it if you don’t use it.

What is a Paracord Bracelet? Well, to put it simply, Survival Straps are wristbands made out of several feet of super strong military spec paracord. When any type of emergency (perceived or otherwise) rears its head into your life, you simply unravel the tightly wound paracord and utilize it any way you want to help out in the situation at hand. What’s best, our Survival Straps come with an “If You Use It, We Replace It” policy direct from the manufacturer that provides a free replacement Survival Wristband in case of its use in an emergency.

There’s nothing that can match the peace of mind of stepping out into the world with a College Paracord Bracelet on your wrist. Knowing that you can adjust in any situation with just a flick of the wrist—literally—is great for mental well-being. Fanatics carries just the College Survivor Wristband you’re looking for so you can not only represent your favorite school and team, but also your survival skills.

Last Blog Post – Best Gift Ideas for Sports Fans at Fanatics: #4 Nike NFL Jersey.

The holiday season can be an overwhelming time of doubt and uncertainty. Fret not, fan-faithful, Fanatics.com has everything you need to make sure this year is a great one for the sports fan(s) in your life. We will be counting down the Top 10 Gifts for Sports Fans of the 2012 season. All of these items are available for your holiday purchase at Fanatics and Football Fanatics. Next up: #4 Nike NFL Jerseys.

You ain’t no belly-painting fool; grab a Nike NFL Jersey and show everyone stomachs are for eating, not showing off.

I once heard tell of a man who went to a Niners game wearing a cut-off San Francisco Giants t-shirt. Now, this might just be an NFL tall tale, but we can still learn something from it. Don’t go down in history for making a football fashion faux pas, score a style TD with a Nike NFL Jersey. Fanatics will make sure the only thing you’ll be known for at the game is having good taste. With an NFL Nike Jersey on your back, you’ll be saying, "goodbye" to outdated style and "hello" to the new look of the NFL. Plus, we have you covered with the whole trio of new Nike Jerseys: Game, Limited and Elite.

Ladies, the best way to stand by your man at the game is in your very own Womens NFL Jersey. Nike Ladies NFL Jerseys feature tailored fits that make cheering easier at the game or on the couch. As the new kid on the block this season, the Nike Jersey hit the ground running with bold new styling and progressive workmanship. All the new Nike Jerseys for Women are made of 100% recycled polyester, so you can be eco-conscious and style conscious at the same time.

Kids, save the tired old tees for the sandlot, and throw on a Youth Nike NFL Jersey when you’re ready to run with the big dogs. A Nike Youth Jersey tells the world, “I may not be as big as you, but at least I know what’s up.” Show the adults at the game you know the score in your own Kids Nike Jersey from Fanatics. We have all 32 NFL teams represented, so even if you change your mind and want to jump ship from your current favorite team, we’ve got the style life raft to keep you afloat.

Last Blog Post – Best Gift Ideas for Sports Fans at Fanatics: #5 iPhone 5 Case.

The holiday season can be an overwhelming time of doubt and uncertainty. Fret not, fan-faithful, Fanatics.com has everything you need to make sure this year is a great one for the sports fan(s) in your life. We will be counting down the Top 10 Gifts for Sports Fans of the 2012 season. All of these items are available for your holiday purchase at Fanatics and Football Fanatics. Next up: #6 New Era Dog Ear Hats.

What’s the #1 rule about winter? Protect. Your. Ears! No matter how bundled up and warm you are inside, if you don’t protect those ears—you’ll be a snowman once the cold hits outside. A New Era Dog Ear Hat will keep your ears protected from Old Man Winter; ensuring you’ll stay warm and stylish all season long. We carry 59fifty Dog Ear Hats in all 32 NFL teams, so you can stay nice and toasty whether you reside in Green Bay or Tampa Bay.

It’s been said, “The eyes are the window to the soul.” If that’s the case, then "the ears are the window to the cold." So, board up your windows with a Dog Ear 59fifty cap from Fanatics and keep the draft out of your head. New Era Dog Ear Hats not only protect your ears; they contain NE Tech technology that repels water, wicks moisture and provides UV protection for your whole dome. It’s basically a complete head containment unit with optional ear flaps—how can you go wrong with that?

You can’t stop winter; you can only hope to contain it. Look, the cold is going to find you no matter what you do; that’s winter’s job. The best thing you can do each year is battle the chill with the latest equipment. The New Era Dog Ear 59fifty Hat is not just your best defense against the cold, but also against lame seasonal style. Anyone can don an ear flap cap, but it takes a truly stylish NFL fan to wear one so comfy and hip like the New Era Dog Ear 59fifty. With a raised team logo on the front, you’ll tell the world just who you root for no matter the season. And, an NFL shield on the back and convertible ear flaps just add to the coolness and authenticity of this monumental Ear Flap Cap from New Era.

Last Blog Post – Best Gift Ideas for Sports Fans at Fanatics: #7 Sports Watches.

The holiday season can be an overwhelming time of doubt and uncertainty. Fret not, fan-faithful, Fanatics.com has everything you need to make sure this year is a great one for the sports fan(s) in your life. We will be counting down the Top 10 Gifts for Sports Fans of the 2012 season. All of these items are available for your holiday purchase at Fanatics and Football Fanatics. Next up: #7 Sports Watches.

Time flows, they say, like a river to the sea. Make sure your journey is both timely and team-spirited with Fanatics and our collection of Sports Watches.

Got somewhere to be? Well, don’t we all. Fanatics will make sure you and your favorite sports fans will get where they’re going on time and in style with our generous assortment of Sports Watches. We carry watches in every style, sport, league and color imaginable. From Fossil MLB Watches for Men to Ladies Elite Stainless Steel Watches; from Unisex Rumba Watches to Kids Rookie Watches and more; Fanatics is your all-in-one Sports Watch Shop. Round the bases in style in one of the many MLB Watches we carry.

There’s no point in cheering your heart out for your favorite team if you show up when the game’s already over. Make sure you’re there on time with a College Watch from Fanatics.com. We carry everything from the casual College Rumba Watch to Men’s Executive Watches and everything in between. Whether you prefer the cool, casual look of an NCAA Leather Band Watch to the distinction of being seen in a College Stainless Steel Watch; Fanatics has your time tastes taken care of.

There’s a reason NFL players don’t wear watches on the field – they would get smashed to pieces! But, there’s no excuse for YOU not to wear an NFL Watch from Fanatics. For the lady football fans, we carry gorgeous stainless steel NFL watches, including Silver Heart watches in your favorite teams. Men, you’ll be set up for success with our collection of Men’s Watch & Wallet sets in your choice of teams.

Last Blog Post – Best Gift Ideas for Sports Fans at Fanatics: #8 Reverse-A-Pals.

Sports Fans Will Receive an Additional 20% Off Already Marked Down Merchandise on Over 20,000 Items

JACKSONVILLE, FL – November 22, 2012 – Sports Fans! Looking to save time and money this holiday season? Look no further than Fanatics.com, which announced today that it will roll out special ‘Black Friday’ and ‘Cyber Monday’ deals for its customers, set to begin on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22. Fanatics.com, a leading online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise, will provide an additional 20% discount to over 20,000 items already on sale. Plus, customers will get free, 3-business day shipping for any order of $50.

Fanatics will provide the ultimate shopping experience to sports fans this holiday season, offering the largest selection of top quality products for hundreds of teams across the country, with discounts on everything from jerseys, t-shirts, hats, holiday ornaments, home decor and more. The online retailer acts as a one-stop-shop for sports fans looking to get their hands on their favorite team gear, while avoiding the long lines many shoppers have become accustomed to during the usual day-after-Thanksgiving rush. With an endless assortment of products (over 250,000 officially licensed sports items) and 24-hour customer service, customers can shop at their own convenience without the stress that comes with Black Friday. Fanatics begins offering this sale on Thanksgiving Day, ending ‘Cyber Monday’, November 26.

Visit Fanatics.com today for all your holiday merchandise.

 About Fanatics, Inc.

Fanatics provides e-commerce, merchandising, marketing and fulfillment services for professional sports leagues and teams, collegiate athletic programs and conferences, and other major sports properties. Offering broad assortments online consisting of hundreds of thousands of officially licensed items, Fanatics leverages both its large network of partners and its own collection of proprietary brands, including Fanatics (www.fanatics.com) and FansEdge (www.fansedge.com), to distribute goods to consumers all over the world. For more information about Fanatics, Inc., please visit http://www.fanaticsinc.com.