2024 Soccer Holiday Gift Ideas
Every year you wait too long, and are in a rush to find them the perfect gift. But it’s difficult because it feels like the only thing they like is soccer and they already have their favorite jersey or boots. So what should you get them?? Over the years I’ve tested hundreds of soccer/fitness/health products. Below are my favorites! Shop this gift guide of easy amazon choices for stocking stuffers, small gifts, and main gifts that they will absolute love and use all the time!
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🎁 Stocking Stuffers That Score Big 🎁
Budget-Friendly Favorites
1) Electric soccer ball pump
It’s not 1998 anymore. These cost almost the same as a hand pump, are about the same size, and are way easier to use. You just tap the button and the pump inflates the ball to the exact amount you specify.
2) Creatine Gummies
I think creatine is awesome for everyone and it’s one of the most studied supplements ever. I used to add powder to my pre workout drinks, but I didn’t like how it made my stomach feel, and often I would forget to add it or it was too inconvenient. These gummies taste great, don’t upset my stomach, are easy to bring and use on the go, and are similar in price to the powders. 10/10
3) Boot bananas
This one’s a bit funny, they’re shoe deodorizers that look like bananas. Low key work great tho
4) Grip Socks
The only grip socks I will link are TruSox. Imo they’re the only ones that really do what they’re supposed to do: lock your foot down in your boots. They are cheaper alternatives with cheap silicon nubs on the bottom like hospital socks. They technically have grip and serve as good ‘look-a-likes’, but are kind of point less. There might be a few other brands like TruSox, but all in all, you get what you pay for
5) Electric Sports Whistle
Kind of like the electric pump. Achieves the same as the whistle, but you just press a little button. The best thing is others can use it too because you don’t have to put your mouth on it lol
6) Juggling Dice
Make juggling fun again. Just have players roll the dice then try to complete the juggling challenge shown. It’s harder than it seems. At game incentive like “last players to complete it have to do 20 burpees!”
7) Soccer Ice Mold for drinks and cocktails
After a big win, or a big loss, they might need a nice cold bev. Whether it’s spiked or not is up to them, but these soccer ice cubes keep you in the beautiful game spirit. Great for soccer themed parties, when you have people over to watch the big match, etc
8) Mini Shin Pads
More of a gag gift - this are exactly how they sound: miniature shin pads - we’re talking like 3 inches baby
9) Soccer Playing Cards with training drills
Kind of like the soccer juggling dice: just pic a card to choose a drill! Can make doing a warm up drill or activation more interactive and fun.
10) RX Protein Bars
I swear by these because it seems like any other ‘protein bar’ may as well be a snickers (I love snickers, but they’re candy bars, not protein bars). We have enough added sugars and excess stuff in foods and snacks. If you want effective and clean protein bars, get Rx Bars. They have tons of flavors and are made with just a few simple ingredients. They can be a bit chewy, but these have to be one of the best protein bars in the world in terms of ‘nutrition’
11) Snood
Cold weather and wind will be nothing to your player with this on. Basically a stylish, athlete aesthetic neck warmer that also covers your ears, nose, and mouth.
12) Thermal Compression training pants
Great for those cold night adult league games or early morning sideline coaching at a showcase in the freezing cold. Great mobility and yes they actually work to keep you warm
Luxury Stocking Stuffers:
1) Bluetooth Headphones
Any Bluetooth headphones or Beats are always a good gift, but for running or soccer training, a lot of ear buds or headsets tend to fall out. My recommendation is Jaybird Sport. I’ve been using the same pair for years… The battery and rechargeable case still lasts a week for me, they’re durable and waterproof, sound is great and has noise cancelling so I can stay in teh zone, bluetooth range is about 25 yards so I can put my phone down, and they literally have never fallen out once. The Best.
2) Oura Ring health, sleep, and fitness tracker
Like fitbit but with a more luxury style and design. Tracks HR, sleep patterns, calories, etc. Tons of data and intelligent insights. If they like wearing rings, this product is fire. Does require a membership, but so far, mine has been worth it, especially as I’m trying to improve my long term health
3) BlazePods: multi use light reaction time training system. Improves players awareness and decision making
Since I got a set of these over two years ago, I almost never run a private or group session without them. Especially if they’re into tech and innovation, this tool helps take soccer training to the next level. Super versatile programming, especially if you get a paid membership, but can use the simple features for free.
Main Gift 🎁:
Affordable:
1) Quickplay soccer rebounder
4 in 1 portable soccer rebounder. Perfect to toss in the trunk or back seat and bring to and from the field. It plays the ball with a decent bounce back on the ground and in the air with an alternate side that has ridges making the ball go in unpredictable directions. It’s lightweight and really enhances what you can do in private lessons.
2) Quickplay Goal Target
If you train any attackers working on goal scoring, this tool is tremendous. It’s a net that easily attaches to full size goals and blocks the main areas that goalies are likely to save. This model also has 4 colored and numbered targets that allow the trainer to add more decision making to different drills or use blazepod lights for the player to scan where they have to score. I’ve used about 7 different goal target nets, and this one is the easiest to set up (especially as a shorter person), most durable, and versatile.
3) Forza Micro Goals
Every player loves these. Instantly make sessions more fun and challenging by add these tiny goals. The satisfying feeling from getting the ball in is unmatched!
4) Chirp Wheel (massage foam roller bundle)
Wake up that back in the morning or loosen up before heading to training. These foam wheels have different sizes to vary pressure on muscles and target different part of the body. They have a modern design and will last for years and years
5) Soccer Cleat displays
They buy cleats that have costs like designer shoes, so why not display them in the closet, office, or garage proudly? These displays shoe off their boots like a super hero lair showing their suits/weapons/armor lol
Luxury:
1) Blazepod coaches bundle
This bundle is awesome for trainers and coaches that are tech savvy and want to take their sessions or classes to the next level. This tool allows the coach to design sessions that are more demanding and game related for the players.
2) Hyperice Knee contrast therapy device
Full time coaches and trainers can be over working their bodies too. Hyperice knee therapy combines soothing heat and cold air to, in general, increase circulation in and around the knee, helping with inflammation and recover*. I thought this one was going to be a gimmick, but I really feel like it works for me and my knees are cranky as hell.
3) Chirp automatic massage roller
Another one for the ‘super hero lair’. This tool is from the future, combining a foam roller, stick roller, and massage gun in one. Expensive, but very cool and very worth it, your calves, especially, will thank you. I also thought this one was going to be gimmicky. It is a bit noisy, but is definitely a high end product ( don’t use on your back)
4) Compression Recovery Boots
If they don’t have these already, these are a must. Can’t speak to the effectiveness of the science, but putting these on for 20-40 minutes is like enjoying and intense full leg massage. The compression feels like your leg is a tube of toothpaste and the boots squeeze from the foot all the way up to the hips. In general, this compression recovery helps apply pressure to sore muscle and tissue, while recycling blood flow all the way to the tips of your toes. You’ll like using it after your leg day workout too! Plus, I’ve had my boots for over 5 years and counting. Incredible value.
5) Everything Bundle for Premium Private Trainer
I have about 50 private lesson clients and multiple academies that I work with year round. I’ve tested dozens of products and created this bundle list of everything I think a premium trainer should have for sessions. Having these products allows you to enhance the look and quality of the session, and assuming you’re a good trainer, position you to be able to charge more.
💡 Why Trust This Gift Guide?
I’ve spent years on the field as a player and coach, testing gear and gadgets to find what really works. These aren’t just gifts—they’re tools that make soccer training, recovery, and play more enjoyable. Whether you’re shopping for a casual player or a seasoned pro, you’ll find something they’ll love.