Sunday, May 26, 2013

Online Shopping Gives Kentucky Fanatics The Variety They Crave

By Vicki Diaz


Sports. For many, the love of the game leads to all-out social events. Watching the broadcasts on television provide thousands of fans the opportunity to party and celebrate their love for their teams. Some fans, however, go beyond the typical expectations. These individuals paint themselves, wear hats, jackets, and other team items and generally act in a crazed manner. While each state can boast their own fans, one state stands out with their over-zealous crew. Kentucky fanatics will look just about anywhere to find sports memorabilia to display.

With the explosion of online stores, a new world has opened to those looking for unique items which support their teams. In the past, individuals who attended games in person were able to purchase merchandise that was officially sponsored by the team. The jerseys, hats, pennants, and other assorted items were usually quite expensive, however, since they were being sold at the games.

If attending a game was not possible, college bookstores, regular clothing shops, and local retailers maintained inventory. This was convenient and less expensive than purchasing at games, but the products were mass produced. As such, the quality was poorer and there was little variety. This is not acceptable for a true zealot.

Thankfully, the internet has created a huge increase in specialty businesses. The online stores are able to provide unique and assorted items since they do not have the same overhead. It is as easy and typing in the team name into the search engine. Before long, hundreds of stores are available to search. Because of the broad number of shops to choose from, even an avid fan will find gadgets and gifts to fit their needs.

The most popular items fall under the apparel category. This includes team jerseys, t-shirts, polo's, and even baby items. To top it off, there are shops that even offer toe socks, slippers, night shirts, and stocking caps. As a final touch to clothing, many businesses offer personalized embroidery; perfect for that crazed admirer.

Another popular category of items are collectibles and knick-knacks. Some websites specialize in products such as coffee mugs, beer steins, and glasses, which carry the logo. Other shops may offer lunch boxes, tote bags, and backpacks. For the home-body, outdoor flags, yard signs, and window decals can dress up the outside of the home. Or, sheets, towels, and blankets can dress up the interior.

For those individuals who have just about everything, there are interesting household additions. Purchasing a garden hose in the team's colors is different. There are also gardening benches, gardening gloves, yard signs, and gnomes. Limited only by one's imagination, oddities such as watches, ties, and even pet supplies can round out a collector's collection.

With sports such an integral part of society, many businesses have expanded to include online components. Shopping online gives flexibility for finding unique products. With a world of options available, even the most difficult person to buy for can find something of interest. So when the tailgate parties kick-off, take a look around. Those born and bred Kentucky fanatics will most likely have the newest memorabilia around.




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