7 Nike gift ideas for baseball players
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These top baseball gift ideas by Nike are sure to be a home run with the baseball player or fan in your life.
Whether they're trying out for their first-ever baseball team, playing at a high level or cheering as an avid fan, the baseball lover in your life can benefit from a high-performance piece of Nike baseball equipment or apparel.
These top Nike baseball gifts were curated with baseball enthusiasts in mind. Check them out and find something that will level up your loved one's next baseball season.
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7 Nike gift ideas for baseball fans and players
1. Baseball boots
Nike baseball boots or turf shoes are a must-have for players. With a sneaker-like feel and the top-notch performance benefits of a boot—like durable metal studs, moulded studs or rubber pegs for traction, responsive foam cushioning and breathable mesh uppers—Nike baseball shoes will keep the player in your life supported from the ground up. They can be lightweight, so feet aren't weighed down, maximising speed on the field and base paths. They can also be designed for power generation, such as the Mike Trout line of shoes.
2. Baseball mitt or batting gloves
Once a player finds a baseball mitt they love, they can wear it for years. Nike baseball mitts are built with soft leather that's easy to break in, sheepskin on the palm and strap for comfort and impact absorption, an adjustable strap for the perfect fit, and durable laces that will last season after season.
(Related: How to break in a baseball or softball glove)
If you know the baseball player in your life already has a beloved mitt, pick out a pair of batting gloves for them. Nike batting gloves are built with palm designs that maximise comfort and bat control at the plate. The backs of the gloves are designed to minimise uncomfortable bunching, the materials are durable, and, perhaps best of all, they're machine washable.
3. Engineered sport sunglasses
Nike sport sunglasses are made with ventilated rubber nose pads that stay comfortable. Durable, no-screw hinges keep the glasses tight on a player's face. The Nike Flyfree Shield Sunglasses are performance-enhancing regardless of the environment. Nike's Show X Rush Sunglasses are another adaptable option. If you're in search of a kids' pair, try the comfortable, form-fitting Nike Cloak.
4. Baseball hoodie
Even in warm climates, early- and late-season training sessions can be downright freezing. Help players keep their head in the game—and their upper bodies warm—with a Nike baseball hoodie.
These hoodies have ample room in the shoulders for maximum movement, plus ribbed details on the waist and wrists to keep the hoodie in place during play. With smooth, warm fabrics, a new Nike baseball hoodie is sure to become a staple in your loved one's baseball wardrobe.
5. Baseball protective equipment
If you need to find a gift for a gritty player who crowds the plate a bit, help them armour up the way the pros do—get them elbow and leg guards. They're lightweight and low-profile and won't get in the way of swinging motions. They offer protection, so players can stay aggressive at the plate and on the base paths.
6. Baseball bags
Baseball players have a lot of gear and it's bound to get dirty. Help them keep their sweaty sport gear organised with a Nike baseball bag. These bags are built with pockets designed for separating muddy boots from other items, and they feature bat sleeves along the sides.
A hook on the bag makes it easy to hang it on a fence, which allows for easy loading and unloading at training sessions, while keeping the bag off the in-pitch dirt. If placed on the ground, a water-resistant bottom keeps gear from getting wet on soggy grass or dugout puddles.
7. Nike baseball fan gear
For players who love cheering as much as they love playing, fuel their team pride with a piece of Nike fan gear. From Major League Baseball jerseys made from breathable polyester mesh to budget-friendly gear and accessories like slides and baseball caps, there's a Nike fan-gear item that your baseball-obsessed loved one will proudly wear on game day.
Words by Greg Presto