Sports season is here, and while the kids are the ones playing, let’s be real—the parents are the ones putting in serious sideline hours. If you’re a parent who appreciates comfort and convenience (a.k.a. a ‘spoiled parent’), you deserve to be well-equipped for long days at the field.
Here are 10 must-have items to make the outdoor sports season as enjoyable as possible.
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1.) Wheeled Cooler – This cooler is not to big or too small. It’s perfect for bringing the just enough drinks to the game.
2.) Waterproof Outdoor Blanket– Almost like a Snuggie but better. You can lay the blanket flat or you can wear it by zipping and snapping it around your body. Update – Check out this honorable mention Wearable Blanket.
3.) Mr. Heater Double Tank Top Outdoor Propane Heater – A must have for those cold and windy nights. Just be prepared that others may want to sit near you. You could also get a single propane heater.
4.) Sport-Bella Recliner Chair – This chair has it all! A 3 position recliner. An umbrella to shade you during those hot sunny games. A removable footrest and insulated drink compartment that holds up to 4 drinks.
5.) Casserole Carrier and Food Warmer – If you are taking food to the game. This carrier is insulated to keep your food warm for up to 1 hour. Plus it unzips all the way around to make it easy for you to lay your dish in. It has a nice velcro compartment to place silverware and stuff in. (If you need to keep the food warmer for longer, consider purchasing a hot pack to go along with this.)
6.) Cello Deluxe Hot-Pot Insulated Casserole Food Warmer/Cooler – Another must have if you are taking food to the game. This carrier is perfect for soups and stews. Not to mention cooler salad dishes.
7.) Ventura portable recliner – This recliner has 6 positions and is perfect for stadium seating. It’s also a really nice seat if you watching a lot of games from the grass. It’ll give you the back support you need while still being able to stretch out your legs.
8.) Sun Shelter Tent – This tent assembles easy and perfect for those hot sunny days.
9.) Deluxe Cooler on Wheels with Picnic Service for 4 – A cooler and picnic basket all in one. I love how all the coolers attach to each other making it really easy to take everything you need to feed your family. Update – If the original link is still unavailable…. check this one out instead. Picnic Cooler on Wheels
10.) Folding Utility Wagon – This wagon is a must for carrying all of the items listed here. It’s a time saver too. I don’t have to make multiple trips back and forth to the car to get all the stuff. I can simply load it into the wagon and drag it all at once.
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Those are my 10 must-have items for a more luxurious sports season. Comment below and tell me… What are your must-have items?
Honorable Mentions:
Battery-Powered Misting Fan. Beat the heat with a rechargeable, fan that keeps you cool during those blazing afternoon games.
Noise-Canceling Wireless Earbuds. Sometimes, you need a break from the game-day chatter. Noise-canceling earbuds let you catch up on your favorite podcast while keeping an eye on the action.
Portable Power Bank. Between taking game photos and keeping in touch with the team group chat, your phone battery drains fast. A power bank ensures you stay charged all day long.
Insulated Travel Mug. Whether it’s an early morning coffee or a late-afternoon iced tea, an insulated tumbler keeps your drink at the perfect temperature.
Custom Team Spirit Gear. For the Baseball Moms… for right now. I’ll update other sports gear when I finish writing those articles.
With these essentials, you’ll be the envy of every parent on the sidelines. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the game in ultimate comfort—because let’s face it, outdoor sports season should be just as fun for you as it is for the kids!
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I really miss my old dominoes pizza delivery bag that I took at the end of my employment when they were throwing bags out. I had that thing all the way through my 20’s it was perfect. But I lost it somewhere along the way. That Casserole carries looks sweet. I’m going to have to check that out.