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2025 Gift Guide: Gifts for Sports Fans

A Golfer's Life by Arnold Palmer and James Dodson, Signed by Palmer, First Edition, 1999

This signed first edition of A Golfer’s Life offers a rare glimpse into the personal and professional world of Arnold Palmer, one of golf’s most iconic figures. Published in 1999 and inscribed by Palmer himself, the book recounts his legendary wins, enduring rivalries, and the friendships that shaped his life, as well as his candid reflections on family and personal challenges. Housed in its original maroon and navy hardcover boards with dust jacket, this book is perfect for any golf enthusiast’s personal library.

A Wee Nip at the 19th Hole: A History of the St. Andrews Caddie by Richard Mackenzie, Limited Edition, Binder's Copy, 1997

This Limited Edition Binder’s Copy of A Wee Nip at the 19th Hole offers a richly bound, leather-covered celebration of the legendary caddies of St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf. Written by former caddie and Old Course manager Richard Mackenzie, it combines vintage photographs, personal stories, and profiles of iconic figures like Old Tom Morris to illuminate the skill and character behind two centuries of caddie tradition.

The Big Three Golfers Signature Collage

This framed collection celebrates “The Big Three” of golf, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Jack Nicklaus, whose legendary talent and rivalries helped transform golf into a global sport. It features signed photographs of Palmer and Player alongside a signed Augusta National scorecard from Nicklaus, all beautifully archivally mounted with custom mats, a brushed silver plaque, and UV-protective glass. 

Walter Johnson Signature Collage

This custom-framed collage honors baseball legend Walter Johnson, showcasing an original typed letter personally signed by Johnson. The piece captures Johnson’s pivotal role in one of baseball’s most dramatic World Series, when the Washington Senators defeated the New York Giants, and highlights his enduring legacy as one of the game’s first Hall of Famers.

Vintage Golf Club Bookends

This set of vintage golf club bookends captures the elegance of the game with brass clubs poised over matching brass balls, set against a contrasting silver base. Sturdy and finely crafted, they are both functional and collectible, perfect for the golf enthusiast on your holiday shopping list. 

Harvard Radios vs. Princeton Aviators Vintage War Effort Football Poster, Circa 1918

This rare WWI Work Relief Fund poster captures a historic benefit football game between the Harvard Radios and Princeton Aviators on November 23, 1918. Illustrated by J. Liello, the poster vividly depicts the intensity of the match, which saw Harvard triumph 28-0, and also includes the iconic United War Work Campaign logo. 

"The Bicester & Warden Hill" Fox Hunting Print, Signed by Frank Algernon Stewart, Circa 1935

This original fox hunting print by Frank Algernon Stewart captures the excitement and tradition of the Bicester and Warden Hill Hunt, one of England’s most storied hunts. Featuring six riders mid-gallop across lush green fields, the print offers a window into centuries of English hunting history, from aristocratic patronage to social gatherings and sporting culture.

Vintage Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted Black Duck Decoy

This hand-carved and hand-painted wooden decoy is a striking example of early American hunting craftsmanship. With its glass eyes, swooped white head, and solid black body, it reflects a tradition dating back to Native American decoys and 19th- to early-20th-century bird hunting. Complete with original rope line and metal weight, this decoy is both a collectible relic of American hunting heritage and a beautifully preserved piece of folk art. 

150 Golf Courses You Need to Visit Before You Die Coffee Table Book

150 Golf Courses You Need to Visit Before You Die is a beautifully illustrated guide showcasing the world’s most iconic and scenic golf courses, from St. Andrews in Scotland to Banff Springs in Canada, and even features our hometown course at the Broadmoor Golf Club. Filled with stunning photography, rich histories, and insider notes on each course, it’s a perfect gift for golf enthusiasts looking to explore the sport’s most unforgettable destinations.

 

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