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Sports Weekend Must Haves
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items We do a LOT of travel for softball and volleyball! Here are our favorite things when watching our favorite future all-stars! ⭐️
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Chairs
Keep Cool
Food & Drink
Stay Warm!
Push, Pull, Carry it all
Extras
Chairs
We spend a lot of time in and carrying our chairs. These are some of my favorites.
These are favorite chairs for sports, camping, etc. These are comfortable for people small and tall, with a nice rocking option and BAGLESS!
GCI Outdoor Comfort Pro Rocker Chair
Grandma often comes to cheer on her grandkids and this is great for keeping her in the shade. The shade attachment folds back for days when she doesn't need it.
SunShade Rocker™
Bleacher butt is a real thing! 😂 These chairs a wide, light and I love the arm rests. I always feel secure when they are hooked and they work on a variety of different types of benches and bleachers.
Big Comfort Stadium Chair™ with Armrests
This style is also nice if you like a more cushioned seat and do not want arm rests. This folds up and also has a carry strap.
Cushion Thick Padded Bleacher Seats
Keep Cool
Things that keep your favorite food and beverages and your fans cool.
This canopy is the EASIEST to put up. I can put up and take down by myself. It is large and when collapsed, stores nicely and the wheels make it easy to tow.
Easy-Up Canopy / Shade Tent
These fans are perfect for keeping your kids cool on hot game days. I love that they are rechargeable.
AlphaCool Wearable Bladeless Neck Fan
This has been a hit for kids in between the games or the little brothers and sisters to have a place to hang out and stay out of the sun. It's light and easy to put up and take down.
Ozark Trail 6.8 ft x 5.9 ft Pop-up Beach Shelter, Blue
These are SO AMAZING on super hot days! You place the fan over a bucket and it provides a mist with breeze for cooling down.
ONE+ 18V Portable Bucket Top Misting Fan Kit with 1.5 Ah Battery and 18V Charger
Food & Drink
Eat, Drink and Go Team!
The strong hold lid on these are just that - STRONG. They do not spill and I love the handle. Beverages always stay cold in these mugs!
Rambler® 20 oz Travel Mug with Strong hold lid
These have been a hit on every team and every trip. Picky kids (and adults) who don't like things touching, will appreciate the compartments. I like being able to give them a variety of treats and healthier snacks in one, fun container. These fit well in our coolers and travel bags.
Snacklebox 🥰
These large water jugs are a great way to keep your athlete hydrated. The handle has hooks that hang on the fence, keeping it off the ground and within reach. I like this one because the hanging portion folds down against the jug. I also like that the top is a screw cap.
Nike 64oz Fuel Hanging Water Jug
A quality cooler is a must for tournaments. Yeti makes some of the best!
Hopper Flip® 18 Soft Cooler
RTIC is a quality brand, that is maybe a bit more budget friendly than it's competitors. We have had really good luck with multiple products from this brand. The backpack style is great for a variety of events or travel.
RTIC 36 Can Insulated Backpack Cooler
This keeps drinks cold all day in the hottest weather. I use this for myself coaching and for our family as a family water bottle when watching games.
The IceFlow™ Flip Straw Jug | 96 OZ
Stay Warm!
Here are a few of my favorite items for outdoors sports in cold climates.
Rechargeable hand warmers are such a great item in cold climates when playing or watching softball in spring. No one more weather stings when hitting the ball.
Thaw Rechargeable Hand Warmer
ALWAYS have lots of blankets on hand! These cozy cabin blankets are big and soft and always a great deal around the holidays.
Northeast Outfitters Cozy Cabin Exploded Plaid Blanket
Push, Pull, Carry it all
Tote it, Drag it, Pack it
Did I ever think I would own a wagon? Nope. Did I ever think I would own a DOUBLE DECKER wagon? Nope! But now I can't imagine living without it on softball weekends. We can put chairs and even a canopy tent in the bottom storage area. The top half is big enough for a cooler and other outdoor/weekend essentials.
Double Decker Wagon / Cart
It feels like a splurge, but to have a STURDY washable bag is so worth it. Let your kids throw their dirty cleats or sandy blankets in this bag and then just rinse it out and use it again the next day.
Bogg Bag Original Tote
Extras
Other items that deserve to be mentioned!
Portable bluetooth speakers are always a great idea for entertainment while warming up and in between games.
JBL FLIP 5 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker, Black
We try hard to keep the kids from being on devices the entire time on long road trips. This light allows them to read or do activities in the car when traveling at night. The hands-free design is great.
LED Neck Reading Light - 3 Colors, Dimmable