Support Your Loved-One’s Passion: The Ideal Gifts for Basketball, Tennis and Cricket Players

Most of us enjoy feeling supported and encouraged by our loved ones in whatever we are doing, which is why showing support is so important. So, if you are looking for a gift for your child, a relative or a friend it’s always a good idea to go for something that will both support their passion and be useful to them. And more specifically, if you are buying a gift for someone who has started playing basketball, tennis or cricket, one great option is to get them sportswear.

All sports have different rules when it comes to clothes, and while some of those rules have to do with style, a lot of them are there to protect the player, allow the necessary wide range of motion, enable optimal performance and so on. Alternatively, if your loved one already has the necessary clothing, you can get them a piece of cricket equipment or tennis accessory, or you can even go for a cool gift, like an Allen Iverson jersey for a basketball lover who is a fan of Iverson, or another player’s product, to inspire them to work hard and stay on track, or simply make their hobby more fun.

Several things are common ground when it comes to choosing sportswear, regardless of whether they are for basketball, tennis, cricket or any other sport. Of course, the first and main goal should always be – comfort. Good basketball, tennis or cricket clothes are made from high-quality materials that will keep the player dry, protect their skin against irritation, or in some cases even reduce the risk of injuries.

Basketball Clothing

Choosing clothes for playing basketball is quite simple, in comparison to some other sports, like cricket. As long as the clothes fit but aren’t loose, and don’t restrict the movements of the player, they can be a good choice. However, if the person you are buying a gift for is truly into the game, then clothes specifically designed for basketball is a great investment. Basketball clothes are pretty straightforward because what you need are only a basketball jersey and basketball shorts, besides, of course, one of the most important pieces of equipment, the basketball shoes.

Jerseys are great gifts for people who love playing basketball, whether it’s a good quality garment representing the Lakers, the Bulls or another team, or a Koby Bryant, Michael Jordan or Allen Iverson jersey. Of course, they are also a great gift for people who simply appreciate the game and like to wear streetwear, because basketball jerseys have become a huge part of street fashion styles.

Basketball players wear matching jerseys and short pants made from the same material. The pants should fit them well, but like the jersey, they should also be loose, and they should allow free movement. Aside from the clothing and the footwear, basketball players often wear wristbands and headbands. While these items have become somewhat of a symbol of the sport, the players wear them to soak up sweat and prevent it from running down their hands or their heads, which can negatively affect their games.

Cricket Clothing

Like basketball and tennis, cricket is one of the most popular sports in Australia, so it’s not hard to find cricket equipment across the country, including good quality clothes specifically designed for the sport. Like with other sports, cricket clothing is regulated, and generally, it includes a white t-shirt, long white pants, a vest or a jumper, and, of course, protective gear.

Generally, you can find these clothing items in stores that sell cricket equipment. While there are manufacturers that offer cricket-specific clothing, some of the items, like the T-shirt, doesn’t have to be specifically designed for the sport. However, the T-shirt must be made of breathable material so that it keeps the player cool in the sun. Cricket players often wear collared polo, but it can also be any good-quality white shirt, and it can even be long-sleeved.

Unlike most sports, cricket players wear long pants. They are white and they are specifically designed for cricket, so any white pants won’t do. If you are buying this kind of gift for a person who plays the sport, you should make sure that they will fit them well, or that they will be able to return them. The material of the pants needs to be breathable, and it should also be elastic so that it doesn’t restrict the movements of the players.

Tennis Clothing

Another favourite sport not only in Australia but also in the world, tennis has inspired many manufacturers to create quality clothing suitable for the sport, both for men and women. As individual sports, tennis leaves the players quite exposed to the eyes of the audience, which is why style is important when it comes to tennis apparel, regardless of whether you are practising or you are competing.

Nevertheless, like with any other sport, the clothing items designed specifically for tennis are an important part of the equipment of the player. And though probably not as much as the tennis racquet, the clothes will not only affect the way they look, but they also may influence their play. There are several things to take into account if you decide to buy tennis apparel as a gift for the tennis lover in your life.

Most tennis players wear two pieces of clothing. Both men and women usually wear short-sleeve tops or tank tops, are made of light-weight breathable fabric, and sometimes meshed tops, which allow for a wide range of motion. The bottoms are also made of breathable materials, like polyester or spandex. Men wear shorts, while women usually wear skirts, that can have built-in shorts.

The most important thing to have in mind when buying tennis clothing items is comfort. Not only should you make sure that the clothes fit well, but you should also take the weather into account. For example, you should go for garments that will keep the player cool in very warm climates. Like basketball players, many tennis players also wear headbands and wristbands for the same reason – absorbing sweat.