Collectibles and Memorabilia

Sports Apps – Enhancing the Fan Experience   by Linus Xavier

Sports fans are an interested bunch, as they often live and die with the success of their favorite teams. And, when they have the ability to get more information than ever before, you can count on a “rush” of users that will make even the most veteran app programmer green with envy. Injuries happen, news breaks in an instant, and there is little that super-fans won’t do to get these details earlier than anyone else. This is why we are seeing a rapid increase in the amount of Android apps used by sports franchises and large universities to keep rabid fan-bases informed about pertinent information regarding their favorite athletic teams. There’s a bevy of benefits for both the provider and the user, and with so many fans taking to the mobile platform to follow their games, matches, or sporting news, expect there to be thousands of offerings over the next few years. Let’s take a quick look at how fans and providers can benefit from the mobile interactions that applications provide.
Updated News Streams
When news breaks across the sports world, word travels quickly. However, that isn’t enough for most fans, as they are generally out, handling their daily routines when the information is shared. Mobile apps for sports can notify fans when important news has broken regarding their favorite teams or players, keeping them informed. In addition to the fan experience, franchises can benefit because they are getting quality interactions with the fans, increasing awareness of the inner workings of the team and inducing sales across the board.
The Impact of Fantasy Sports
Fantasy sports involve fans of the game they love maintaining a roster of particular players in a given league. They can then make decisions based upon who to “start” for the coming week, and the stats those particular players deliver are compiled into an overall score. Fantasy owners, as they are called, compete against other fantasy owners in a league and eventually crown a league champion. Injury reports are very important in this sort of league game, which is why users are always willing to install an application that allows them to get up-to-the-minute information regarding their players.
Ticket Sales
Sporting events can be very expensive, which is why many venues and franchises have begun letting fans know when specially priced tickets are available. This is a prime example of how the “point of purchase” design has shifted in recent years. These franchises can create an app that allows their fan-base to see which tickets are available, what the cost will be, and ultimately make the purchase.
Memorabilia
Sports Memorabilia sales make up a significant amount of the profits seen by players, teams, and leagues. Having a mobile catalogue that allows users to link directly to an online store can make it much easier for fans to purchase jerseys, signed pictures, and other popular items. It simply adds another revenue stream, and the fact that an organization doesn’t need to increase their work force to facilitate these sales only adds to the value.
Sports fans are some of the most loyal industry customers in the world. They will follow their favorite teams or players until the bitter end. To increase the purchasing frequency of the various elements of sports, the industry has seen a wide variety of mobile apps hit the open-market. This all goes far beyond simply checking a score, though numbers show that these particular apps are among the most popular. Creation of apps is simple with an online platform that offers up templates for user manipulation. If you are a fan or part of the marketing arm of a franchise, mobile applications can bring the team and the fans closer together.

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To make money with apps and get in on the app gold rush, all that has to be done is to make the apps, upload them to the Android market, and watch the money roll in.
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2009 Game Used dirt in Boston Red Sox logo set of 4 coasters Baseball logo (MLB Authenticated) $30.88 2009 Game Used dirt in Boston Red Sox logo set of 4 coasters baseball logo. MLB Authenticated….

2010 Game Used dirt in Cincinnati Reds logo set of 4 coasters (MLB Authenticated) $31.99 REDSCOU000003 Features: -Coaster.-If you can’t make it to the game at Great American Ball Park, let the game come to you.-Authenticated dirt from ball park can be found in this unique collectible.-Set of four coasters, each with visible dirt surrounded by the Reds team logo.-Set comes complete with a cherry wood holder and a MLB hologram on each coaster and a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authent…

Home Run Derby – Volume 1 $0.34 A series of filmed home run contests between two sluggers of the late 1950s/early 1960s, one National Leaguer, one American Leaguer. The batters had to swing at every pitch in the strike zone. Any called strike or batted ball that did not go for a home run was an out. (Three outs per inning.) The batter with the most runs at the end of nine innings won $2000. The loser got $1000. As an added incen…

Josh Beckett Game Used September 11th, 2009 Tribute Hat – Game Used MLB Hats $645.98 This is THE hat that Boston Red Sox pitcher Josh Beckett wore during the game in which MLB showed tribute during September 11th, 2009. LOA from Beckett’s Exclusive Distributor PMI…

Mike Lowell 2007 Game Used World Series MVP Season BP Hat 1/1 – Game Used MLB Hats $594.98 Game Worn 2007 BP Hat from the 2007 World Series MVP, Mike Lowell. Lowell signed this hat in sharpie marker on the bill including the inscription “’07 BP”….

Miguel Cabrera Game Used Rookie Year Marlins Hat GFC – Game Used MLB Hats $356.99 Miguel Cabrera Game Used Rookie Year Marlins Hat GFCEvery signed item comes fully certified with a tamper proof hologram certificate of authenticity and is backed by the SportsMemorabilia Authenticity Guarantee….

A.J. Pierzynski Autographed Baseball Bat. Proof Photo of AJ Signing for Us. This is a AJ Pierzynski autographed game-used (used by a unknown minor leaguer) Louisville slugger pro stock baseball bat. This bat has a slight crack due to the game use (as seen in the photos)! AJ has signed the baseball bat in silver paint pen for us. Check out the photo of AJ signing for us. Proof photo is included for free with purchase. Please click on images to enlarge. **Please Note: This …

Eric Davis Autographed Baseball Bat. Proof Photo of Eric Signing for Us. This is a Eric Davis autographed game-used (used by a unknown minor leaguer) Louisville slugger pro stock baseball bat. This bat has a slight crack due to the game use (as seen in the photos)! Eric has signed the baseball bat in silver paint pen for us. Check out the photo of Eric signing for us. Proof photo is included for free with purchase. Please click on images to enlarge. **Please Note: This…

Phenom Brandon Belt Autographed Baseball Bat, Proof Photo of Brandon Signing for Us. This is a Brandon Belt autographed game-used (used by a unknown minor leaguer) Louisville slugger pro stock baseball bat. This bat has a slight crack due to the game use (as seen in the photos)! Brandon has signed the baseball bat in black sharpie for us. Check out the photo of Brandon signing for us. Proof photo is included for free with purchase. Please click on images to enlarge. **Please Note:…

Cal Ripken Mint Card and Rookie Game-used Bat $42.99 Own a part of history with an actual piece of a rookie game bat used by Cal RipkenBaseball memorabilia also comes with Beckett-graded trading cardSports collectible set is encased in a sonically sealed acrylic case for protection

Steiner Sports Texas Stadium Game Used Turf Plaque (1996-2008) $27.49 This Steiner Sports Texas Stadium Turf Plaque features a swatch of authentic game used turf from the former home of the Dallas Cowboys the old Texas Stadium. Perfect for any Cowboys fan.

Steiner Sports Fenway Park Game Used Loge Seats (Set of 2) $949.99 This Steiner Sports game used loge seat pair was located on the loge level at Fenway Park and are an item any Red Sox fan will cherish for years to come. These seats are fully functional.

Derek Jeter Mint 10 Card and Game Used Glove $40.99 Own a part of history with an actual piece of a game glove used by Derek Jeter. This sonically-sealed acrylic case also features a Beckett-graded trading card of the eight-time All-Star shortstop of the New York Yankees.

Ken Griffey Jr. Mint Card and Game-used Jersey $31.49 Own a part of history with an actual piece of a game jersey used by Ken Griffey Jr.Baseball memorabilia also comes with Beckett-graded trading cardSports collectible set is encased in a sonically sealed acrylic case for protection

University of Kentucky Deluxe Game Frame (11 x 14) $49.99 Take home a piece of priceless memorabilia with this University of Kentucky deluxe game frame that includes a piece of a seat from Rupp Arena. This ‘Home of the Wildcats’ frame is 14 inches long and 11 inches wide and is ideal for your home or office.

Ebbets Field Deluxe Game Used Frame $29.49 Celebrate Ebbets Field with this deluxe game used frame from Encore Select. Ideal for any sports fan, it makes for a great gift or for display in your own home.

Mario Lemieux Mint 10 Card and Game Used Glove $34.49 Own a part of history with an actual patch of a game jersey worn by Mario LemieuxHockey memorabilia also comes with Beckett-graded trading cardSports collectible set is encased in a sonically sealed acrylic case for protection

Sammy Sosa Card and Game Used Home Run Bat $33.49 Own a part of history with an actual piece of a home run game bat used by Sammy SosaBaseball memorabilia also comes with Beckett-graded trading cardSports collectible set is encased in a sonically sealed acrylic case for protection

Brett Favre Game Used Jersey Mint 10 GGUM Card $31.99 This is a chance to own a part of history with this Brett Favre game used jersey and Mint 10 GGUM Card!

Edgar Martinez Mint Card and Game-used Jersey $33.99 Own a part of history with an actual piece of a game jersey used by Edgar MartinezBaseball memorabilia also comes with Beckett-graded trading cardSports collectible set is encased in a sonically sealed acrylic case for protection

Yankee Stadium 1923 – 2008 Carpet Plaque $56.99 Own a piece of history with a piece of carpet from Yankee Stadium’s dugout. This commemorative plaque makes a great addition to your memorabilia collection and also makes a great gift for baseball fans.

Steiner Sports Boston Red Sox Keychain w/ Game Field Dirt $18.99 This Steiner Sports Key Chain features authentic game used dirt from Fenway Park. Perfect for any Red Sox fan.

Albert Pujols Mint 10 Card and Game Used Cleat $38.25 Celebrate your favorite player with this card and cleat setSports memorabilia great for the home or officeBaseball collectible features Albert Pujols mint trading card and used cleat

Ted Williams Game Used Bat Mint 10 GGUM Card $33.99 Now available through the patent pending GGUM Card Technology, you can own a perfectly graded Beckett Grading Services Mint ’10′

Sports Game Tickets Canvas Reproduction $279 Get Your Ticket Capture the action with these sport game tickets Choose your sport or take them all in one piece This canvas reproduction is glass-free so its safe and wont break in your childs bedroom or playroom and its easy to clean A portion of the profits from the sale of this painting is donated to charities for children

Sports Clock $39 Its Game Time This sports clock features baseballs basketballs footballs and soccer balls on the clocks face and a red star in the clocks center Your little sports fan will have lots of fun telling time with this clock The perfect addition to a sports themed room or to any athletes room

Game Day – Basketball Artwork $110 Sports Equipment for a Fun-Filled Game Day Score points with your young sports fan with our Game Day Artwork Series These authentic looking sports balls look like theyre ready to jump right off the page for a fun-filled day of sports games Wrapped Canvas

Game Day – Soccer Artwork $110 Sports Equipment for a Fun-Filled Game Day Score points with your young sports fan with our Game Day Artwork Series These authentic looking sports balls look like theyre ready to jump right off the page for a fun-filled day of sports games Wrapped Canvas

Game Day – Baseball Artwork $110 Sports Equipment for a Fun-Filled Game Day Score points with your young sports fan with our Game Day Artwork Series These authentic looking sports balls look like theyre ready to jump right off the page for a fun-filled day of sports games Wrapped Canvas

Game Day – Football Artwork $110 Sports Equipment for a Fun-Filled Game Day Score points with your young sports fan with our Game Day Artwork Series These authentic looking sports balls look like theyre ready to jump right off the page for a fun-filled day of sports games Wrapped Canvas

Game On Valance $24 Be A Sport Game On Toddler Bedding is a winner Our ultra soft comforter has a light weight fill making it far more comfortable for your little one The bedding features all of the favorite sports with rows of Basketballs Footballs Soccer and Baseballs on blue and green backgrounds The sheets are decorated with white pinstripes game balls pennants and other sporty icons on a light blue background The fitted sheet is made to fit a toddler bedcrib mattress

Game On Pillowcase $17 Be A Sport Game On Toddler Bedding is a winner Our ultra soft comforter has a light weight fill making it far more comfortable for your little one The bedding features all of the favorite sports with rows of Basketballs Footballs Soccer and Baseballs on blue and green backgrounds The sheets are decorated with white pinstripes game balls pennants and other sporty icons on a light blue background The fitted sheet is made to fit a toddler bedcrib mattress

Game On Drapes $42 Be A Sport Game On Toddler Bedding is a winner Our ultra soft comforter has a light weight fill making it far more comfortable for your little one The bedding features all of the favorite sports with rows of Basketballs Footballs Soccer and Baseballs on blue and green backgrounds The sheets are decorated with white pinstripes game balls pennants and other sporty icons on a light blue background The fitted sheet is made to fit a toddler bedcrib mattress

Game On Sham $31 Be A Sport Game On Toddler Bedding is a winner Our ultra soft comforter has a light weight fill making it far more comfortable for your little one The bedding features all of the favorite sports with rows of Basketballs Footballs Soccer and Baseballs on blue and green backgrounds The sheets are decorated with white pinstripes game balls pennants and other sporty icons on a light blue background The fitted sheet is made to fit a toddler bedcrib mattress

Vintage Sports Wall Decal $109 For Your All Star Get a hand painted look in just minutes with our Vintage Sports Wall Decal This set featuring vintage sports memorabilia that will excite your little sports fan The artwork is printed on our poly woven canvas material that is easy to apply and repositionable so your son can peel and place them multiple times Fun to look at and fun to play with Made of woven canvas Easy to clean durable and repositionable Arrives in a gift box perfect for giving or storing Non-toxic green and phthalates free

Konami DECA SPORTS 3 $30.99 1 2010 4 40105 DECA SPORTS, the hit sports compilation series that has over 2.5 million units sold through worldwide, is returning to Wii with 10 COMPLETELY NEW sporting events in DECA SPORTS 3! Simple controls let your entire family play together, while advanced controls let you take advantage of Wii MotionPlus. Swing, flip, and spike your way to the winner circle across all of the included events: Indoor Volleyball, Racquetball, Air Racing, Freestyle Kayaking, Lacrosse, Fencing, Halfpipe (Snowboarding), Giant Slalom (Skiing), Springboard Diving, and even Log Cutting! This time around, you can play online in 4 events (Volleyball, Lacrosse, Racquetball, & Fencing)! Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection DECA SPORTS 3 Deca Sports 3 E (Everyone) Game Konami Konami Corporation Not Applicable Online Software Sports Game Wii Yes www.konami.com

Ubisoft Sports Collection $20.99 1 User 16612 2010-09 15 Solo and Team-Based Sports: Play your favorite sports and discover new disciplines. A huge variety guarantees there’s something for everyone! Featured sports include: Baseball Soccer Tennis Ping-Pong Swimming Hurdles Relay Ice Climbing Kayaking Skiing and more! 18 Playable Athletes: Select your favorite among a cast of edgy, inspirational characters. Choose your character wisely – each one has specific characteristics of strength, energy and speed which will affect performance! Fast-Paced Arcade Gameplay: Experience a fast-paced arcade game style with interactive, pick-up-and-play controls combining the DS Touch Screen, stylus and microphone. Win coins with your best moves and earn medals to unlock access to high-level tournaments Multiple Game Modes: Play your favorite sports and discover new disciplines. A huge variety guarantees there’s something for everyone! Featured sports include: Single-Player Mode: Engage in challenges or tournaments as one of 18 edgy characters Multiplayer Mode: Compete against a friend in 5 different sports Training Mode: Interactive tutorials and training mode are available for each sport so you can increase your abilities 3 Levels of Difficulty: Aim for the top as you progress through increasingly challenging events in 3 different levels of play Get ready to master the world’s most popular sports and become a sports legend! Compete in 15 diverse sports, from baseball to ice climbing, as you win coins, earn metals, and unlock exciting new levels in this arcade-style sports challenge. Make your way across the globe in this ultimate test of your strength, energy and speed! Cartridge Complete Product E (Everyone) Game Nintendo DS No Not Applicable Retail Software Sports Collection Sports Game Standard Ubisoft Ubisoft Entertainment Yes www.ubi.com

All Star Sports Kids Furniture $580 Attention Sports Fans Our All Star Sports Furniture Set has enough sports style to satisfy the most diehard of sports fans The set includes a table 4 stools a bench and a rocker each intricately designed with many exciting features The table sports baseball bat legs a sports motif on top and a tabletop soccer game to provide an extra measure of fun Each stool features baseball bat legs and a sports seat hockey football soccer and basketball Our rocker flaunting spinning balls a photo frame on the seat back and a Go Team seat design is a cheerful addition to this collection Your sports fan will be delighted with our bench that doubles as a storage box to store all of his sports equipment Spinning tiles and a real built in chalkboardscoreboard on its seat back make it truly one of a kind Our All Star Sports Furniture is a sure winner

Microsoft Kinect Sports $51.99 1 User 2 2010-11-04 4 4 x Co-op 4 x Online Features a variety of play levels to encourage and challenge players of all ages and skill sets Take down the competition in a friendly game of boxing Level the playing field as part of your own soccer team Loosen up and finish first in the action of track & field Keep your eye on the score in a fast round of table tennis Bump, set, and spike under the sun with beach volleyball Pin down the competition in championship bowling Put your avatar in the spotlight and become a world-famous sports star Xbox LIVE Kinect Sensor Forget the buttons and controllers, now you can play 6 full sports games just as you always have, using your entire body. Become the Heavyweight champ of the living room with boxing or take to the sand for some high-flying beach volleyball action. There’s table tennis, track and field events, soccer, and bowling too! Add the 20 unique game challenges, party play, and Xbox LIVE integration and Kinect Sports will have everyone in the family playing for the home team- yours. Complete Product E10+ (Everyone 10 and older) Game Kinect Sports Microsoft Microsoft Corporation Mild Cartoon Violence No Not Applicable Retail Software Sports Game Standard Xbox 360 YQC-00001 Yes www.microsoft.com

THQ Big Beach Sports $18.99 30162 Fun Single-Player Mode – Hone your skills in the single player beach tournament. Competitive Multi-Player Mode – Play against friends or family in 6 different sports. Innovative Gameplay Mechanics – Fully utilizes the innovative use of Wiimote for both casual and more advanced gameplay. Customization on DS – Personalize your characters in the game through an export to Nintendo DS. Wide Selection of Sports – From beach soccer to disc golf, these new Will sports will attract a wider audience. Single Player Multiplayer: Up to 4 (Competitive Mode) Let’s play on the beach! Big Beach Sports brings all the fun under the sun to your living room. Whether you want to compete in tournament and go head-to-head with family and friends, here is your chance to bat, spike, fling and shoot your way in volleyball, cricket, soccer, disc golf, football and bocce. Nintendo – Wi-Fi Connection Big Beach Sports E (Everyone) Game Software Sports Game THQ THQ, Inc Wii www.thq.com

Sports Wall Mural $279 For Your Sports Fan Chic in style and modern in design yet with the same age old classic sports your active fan loves Basketball Baseball and Football are proudly displayed on this huge mural Hell love being in the room just to feel like hes amidst a game Great for playroom classroom and bedroom use Includes all hardware for hanging Hangs on chains from ceiling to avoid damaging the walls

Ubisoft Motion Sports $51.99 1 2010-11-04 4 52636 WIDE RANGE OF SPORTS: Race down the slopes of a Super G slalom, score a mind-blowing penalty shot, duck-and-run your way to a game-winning touchdown or throw punches at the champ CONTROLLER-FREE COMPETITION: Using precision motion control technology to track your every movement – you are in total control of the on-screen action. No controllers, no pads, no limits THE THRILL OF VICTORY: The competition heats up as you take on your friends in head-to-head challenges to decide who the ultimate athlete is LIVE FROM YOUR LIVING ROOM: Your performances are broadcast on the in-game TV channel, with live commentators welcoming players to the game and commenting on every challenge with a humorous tone including – your hits…and misses CLIMB TO GREATNESS: The player – beginning as local celebrity – earns national and international acclaim, winning over fans and attracting media coverage. Track your sports achievements as you go from local hero to global superstar. Share your data with your friends online and attract legions of adoring fans, and also see your face on the cover of in-game magazines Kinect Sensor MotionSports is a new sports title exclusive to Microsoft Kinect that will bring players unparalleled immersion, as the movements they make in real-time are accurately represented by the on-screen athletes. Exciting sports challenges include skiing, horseback riding, hang gliding, football, soccer and boxing. Complete Product Game Mild Violence Motion Sports No Not Applicable Online Retail Software Sports Game Standard T (Teen 13+) Ubisoft Ubisoft Entertainment Xbox 360 Yes www.ubi.com

Game On Personalized Canvas Art $130 For Your Sports Fan Your little athelete will cheer for this sporty canvas print that features all of his favorite sports icons including helmets game balls gloves sneakers and more This gallery wrapped print is ready to hang and will instantly make an exciting change in his room 24 x 18 x 1 Has saw tooth hanger for easy mounting

Activision Cabela’s Big Game Hunter 2010 $41.99 75929 Rating Descriptors: Blood, Violence Activision Activision Blizzard, Inc Cabela’s Big Game Hunter 2010 Game Software Sports Game T (Teen 13+) Wii www.activision.com

Baseball Card Price Guide $0.99 Used – The price guide editors of Sports Collectors Digest present the most thorough and accurate baseball card price guide covering all regular issues from 1981 to 2002. Coverage includes more than 200,000 baseball cards and inserts from each set listed, as well as assorted memorabilia including autographs, game-used jerseys, bat inserts, and much more! Includes wax box and pack pricing for each product, too. Prices are given in US dollars. The respected price guide editors of Sports Collectors

Board Games $11.5 Used – Color photographs of well-remembered popular board games are presented here from the 1940s through the 1980s with text, memorabilia and period advertising for them. Chapters present the game of Monopoly and its interesting history, board games with Western (The Wild, Wild West Game) and Military (Combat) themes, games of strategy (Easy Money) and sports (Baseball Game), and many more. Games for adults and children galore, and you will remember many of them.

Board Games $23.96 Used – Color photographs of well-remembered popular board games are presented here from the 1940s through the 1980s with text, memorabilia and period advertising for them. Chapters present the game of Monopoly and its interesting history, board games with Western (The Wild, Wild West Game) and Military (Combat) themes, games of strategy (Easy Money) and sports (Baseball Game), and many more. Games for adults and children galore, and you will remember many of them.

Collecting Sports Legends $25.62 New – This comprehensive guide takes the reader on a historical journey, providing an in-depth look at the icons of sport, captured through their greatest collectibles. Never before has one book covered such a variety of hobby subjects. For those interested in building a fine collection of sports memorabilia, from baseball cards to autographs to game-used bats, each subject is covered in great detail. Hardcore collectors and avid sports fan alike will learn how to assemble a world-class collecti

Collecting Sports Legends: The Ultimate Hobby Guide $2.95 Used – This comprehensive guide takes the reader on a historical journey, providing an in-depth look at the icons of sport, captured through their greatest collectibles. Never before has one book covered such a variety of hobby subjects. For those interested in building a fine collection of sports memorabilia, from baseball cards to autographs to game-used bats, each subject is covered in great detail. Hardcore collectors and avid sports fan alike will learn how to assemble a world-class collect

Collecting Sports Legends: The Ultimate Hobby Guide $9.93 This comprehensive guide takes the reader on a historical journey, providing an in-depth look at the icons of sport, captured through their greatest collectibles. Composed by the leading experts in the field, never before has one book covered such a variety of hobby subjects. For those interested in building a fine collection of sports memorabilia, from baseball cards to autographs to game-used bats, each subject is covered in great detail. Within each chapter, the best of the best has been selected by the experts. Whether you are a hardcore collector or just an avid sports fan, this book not only helps bring the legends of sport to life but it provides crucial tips on how to assemble a world class collection. From Babe Ruth to Tiger Woods, from Wilt Chamberlain to Joe Namath, every major sport is covered. This book contains hundreds of sports memorabilia images, including many of the finest examples in the world.

Golf: Implements and Memorabilia $5.3 Used – A detailed study covering golfing art and memorabilia, patents, designs, the origins of the game and related sports. Many books have been written on the various aspects of golf, but this is the first that attributes the game’s popularity to the introduction of the solid gutta percha gof ball in 1848 and the American rubber-cored ball in 1900. The book describes, in the light of these dramatic gof ball changes, how the ball and club have evolved, the types of material used, the people who

Golf: Implements and Memorabilia $18 New – A detailed study covering golfing art and memorabilia, patents, designs, the origins of the game and related sports. Many books have been written on the various aspects of golf, but this is the first that attributes the game’s popularity to the introduction of the solid gutta percha gof ball in 1848 and the American rubber-cored ball in 1900. The book describes, in the light of these dramatic gof ball changes, how the ball and club have evolved, the types of material used, the people who m

International Race of Champions: Usury $21.7 Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher’s book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Iroc Xvii, Iroc Xvi, Iroc Vi, Iroc Xviii, Iroc Xix, Iroc Vii, Iroc X, Iroc Xxx, Iroc Xiv, Iroc Xv, Iroc Xx, Iroc Iv, Iroc Xxix, Iroc Xiii, Iroc Xxvii, Iroc Ix, Iroc Xii, Iroc Ii, Iroc Xxvi, Iroc I, Iroc Xxi, Iroc Viii, Iroc Xi, Iroc V, Iroc Iii, Iroc Xxv, Iroc Xxviii, Iroc Xxiii. Excerpt: International Race of Champions , better known as IROC , was an auto racing competition, promoted as an equivalent of an All-Star Game or The Masters . Drivers raced identically-prepared stock cars set up by a single team of mechanics in an effort to make the race purely a test of driver ability. It was run with a small field of invited drivers (6-12). It was created and developed in 1972 by David Lockton , the developer of the Ontario Motor Speedway, and launched in 1973 with Mark Donohue being the first driver to win the championship, in 1974. The cars used that year were Porsche Carrera RSRs. Donohue’s win in the fourth and last race of that season was his last win as he died in a Formula One practice the next season. The series was not run in 1981, 1982, or 1983.In 2007, IROC could not find a sponsor and postponed the first two races at Daytona and Texas. IROC went on hiatus for 2007 hoping to return with sponsor in 2008. In March 2008, IROC auctioned off its tools, equipment, cars, and memorabilia, and went out of business. Drivers The drivers invited were from a broad range of racing disciplines: NASCAR , Indy cars , sports car racing , and on rare occasions, WoO , and drag racing . Criteria for invitation was very loose, but typically consisted of recent season champions of the respective series, and individual winners of big events (Indy , Daytona , etc.)Due to its fundamental stock car formula , and the majority of racing being contested on ovals , the series was often

Knute Rockne: A Portrait of a Notre Dame Legend $3.79 Used – Based on research and writing conducted over the last 20 years, the book includes game-by-game accounts of Rockne’s playing and coaching careers; interviews with former players and his family; professional photographs, including new material found in Norway; photos of artifacts and memorabilia; team and season records; player personnel; and a full consideration of the relationship of Rockne with George Gipp, one of the most fascinating stories in the annals of American sports. For readers

New York Yankees Final Season Coasters with Game Used Dirt – Set of 4 $0 The leader in sports gifts, memorabilia, and collectibles, Steiner Sports has something special for every fan. This New York Yankees set of 4 coasters with game field dirt is great to use when you’re cheering on the team from home – and each one of the baseball-themed coasters comes with an individual hologram authenticating the dirt from Yankee Stadium. Plus, a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity and an MLB Hologram are also included.

Sports Memories Journal $3.58 Used – — Spiral bound, full-color, die-cut cover– 12 Full-color photo pockets with 8 journaling pages between each– A wonderful way to remember game highlights, tournaments, friends, and good times– Photo pockets hold 4″ x 6″ photos– 96 Memory pages– Inspirational thought or verse on each page– Storage pocket in back for keeping memorabilia and souvenirs– Trim Size: 6 3/4″ x 8 7/8″

Sports Memories Journal $3.58 Used – — Spiral bound, full-color, die-cut cover– 12 Full-color photo pockets with 8 journaling pages between each– A wonderful way to remember game highlights, tournaments, friends, and good times– Photo pockets hold 4″ x 6″ photos– 96 Memory pages– Inspirational thought or verse on each page– Storage pocket in back for keeping memorabilia and souvenirs– Trim Size: 6 3/4″ x 8 7/8″

Sports Memories Journal $3.58 Used – — Spiral bound, full-color, die-cut cover– 12 Full-color photo pockets with 8 journaling pages between each– A wonderful way to remember game highlights, tournaments, friends, and good times– Photo pockets hold 4″ x 6″ photos– 96 Memory pages– Inspirational thought or verse on each page– Storage pocket in back for keeping memorabilia and souvenirs– Trim Size: 6 3/4″ x 8 7/8″

Sports Memories Journal $3.58 Used – — Spiral bound, full-color, die-cut cover– 12 Full-color photo pockets with 8 journaling pages between each– A wonderful way to remember game highlights, tournaments, friends, and good times– Photo pockets hold 4″ x 6″ photos– 96 Memory pages– Inspirational thought or verse on each page– Storage pocket in back for keeping memorabilia and souvenirs– Trim Size: 6 3/4″ x 8 7/8″

The Dodgers: Memories and Memorabilia from Brooklyn to L.A. $9.22 Used – From their early days as Brooklyn’s “bums” to their beautification as LA’s true angels, this scrapbook of Dodgers’ stories and souvenirs celebrates one of the most colourful and loved teams in baseball. The Dodgers are not a West Coast team or an East Coast team – they’ve always been, and always will be, simply the Dodgers, true originals possessed of a charm, bravado and crowd appeal like no other club in American sports. Almost as old as the game itself, and every bit as quirky, the Dod

Total Baseball: The Official Encyclopedia of Major League Baseball $34 Used – This reference features complete statistics on every aspect of the game. New to this edition are an essay on collecting baseball memorabilia by Fox Sports anchor Keith Olbermann, an article about Civil War-era baseball by historian Patricia Millen, and a review of collegiate baseball history by expert Beau Riffenburgh.

Total Baseball: The Official Encyclopedia of Major League Baseball $5.92 Used – This reference features complete statistics on every aspect of the game. New to this edition are an essay on collecting baseball memorabilia by Fox Sports anchor Keith Olbermann, an article about Civil War-era baseball by historian Patricia Millen, and a review of collegiate baseball history by expert Beau Riffenburgh.

Total Baseball: The Official Encyclopedia of Major League Baseball $1.49 Used – This reference features complete statistics on every aspect of the game. New to this edition are an essay on collecting baseball memorabilia by Fox Sports anchor Keith Olbermann, an article about Civil War-era baseball by historian Patricia Millen, and a review of collegiate baseball history by expert Beau Riffenburgh.

Value Guide to Baseball Collectibles $71.2 New – Interest continues to grow in baseball memorabilia ranging from autographs and copies of Sports Illustrated to “game used” equipment and bats. Numerous guides have been produced that categorize and evaluate baseball cards, but until now there have been few sources for detailed and current information on related memorabilia.