KnowledgeBall Kicks Off First-Ever Educational Football
POSTED: January 19, 2009

Looking for a fun and effective way to learn or teach football fundamentals? KnowledgeBall™ LLC is announcing its official kick-off of QB Power Plays™the first-ever educational football in the consumer sports market. QB Power Plays™ includes a top grade composite leather football featuring the Passing Tree, Passing Plays and Offensive Formations embossed directly on the ball, as well as the Power Plays Wristband Coach and 16 Power Cards. Using these innovative tools as training and teaching aids, people of all ages can quickly and effectively learn the critical fundamentals of the offensive passing game — on or off the field.

“QB Power Plays™ is one of the most effective training tools I have ever seen,” says Greg Ours, former NFL player and junior football league coach. “As a youth football coach and father of two, nothing teaches the game quicker and easier than this football and its associated items. A child who has no football background to the experienced youth, can learn and apply this information — and have fun while doing it.”

QB Power Plays™ is ideal for school teams, youth football leagues, recreational football, physical education programs and pretty much everyone who enjoys playing the game of football. It prepares a player like no other sports tool - taking their game to whole new level. This innovative sports kit includes: 24 Offensive Plays; 12 Offensive Formations; a Series 1 Passing Tree; 8 Running Plays; Guide to Hole Numbers and more. Anyone can score big with QB Power Plays™.

Inflatable Images Intros Collegiate and NFL Inflatables
POSTED: January 16, 2009

Inflatable Images is marketing high-quality airLite Lawn Inflatables for the sports enthusiast. The company is renowned for its giant corporate and sports inflatable product replicas, characters and tunnels, which have been viewed by millions worldwide at countless sporting events, including the Super Bowl.

Inflatable Images’ best-known inflatable is probable “Tiny,” the 25-foot tall football character. Tiny is a big part of the company’s scaled-down lawn-sized product line, which will be on display in booth #2902 in Las Vegas at the Sports Licensing & Tailgate Show. Most airLite Inflatable Images range between 5’ and 8’ high.

Highlighting the line, which covers collegiate and pro football, are mascots such Mike the Tiger, Brutus Buckeye and Otto along with Georgia’s Super G, Tennessee’s Power T and Michigan’s Split M. For additional information regarding Inflatable Images, visit www.inflatableimages.com.

Church Hill Classics Debuts Collegiate Sports Frames
POSTED: January 14, 2009

Church Hill Classics is stepping up to the plate to expand its collegiate frame line to commemorate the victories and accomplishments in the world of college sports.  Recently launched, these specialized frames are a popular addition to our expansive line of diploma, photo, and certificate frames. The Collegiate Sports Frames present yet another option for colleges and universities to showcase the excellence of their sports programs as well as capture and preserve momentous events. 

What sets these frames above and apart from other framed sports products?  It's all in the attention to details!  According to Vice President Joe Voves, "Many people purchase sports-art simply because they love the subject matter - often not looking closely at the way the item is framed until it gets hung on their wall.  Unfortunately, when they finally look closely at the quality of the framing from the moulding and matting to the proportions and details, they're often disappointed.  We wanted to change that by lending our expertise in professional framing to this exciting market.  We are perfectionists and our products reflect that.  The initial feedback from resellers and end-customers has been phenomenal!"

If you are a sports buyer, sports team, sports agent, or retailer, be sure to check out these athletic framing designs at the Sports Licensing and Tailgate Show. Voves and Andrea Devroy, Business Systems Manager, will be exhibiting at booth # 3054. 

CHC looks forward to working with attendees, as well as other exhibitors, to design custom frames and insignia gift items. As a manufacturer, CHC can produce from quantities of one to into the thousands at their state-of-the-art production facility. All frames are customizable to your exact specifications, and ideal for all types of sports-related framing including collectible team and athlete photos, sports fan photo frames, and the framing of uniforms, game tickets, programs, and commemorative relics such as pieces of brick from an historic stadium or wood from a demolished arena floor.

The company's in-house art department will help you design the perfect sports memorabilia to honor your organization's sports program. For more info log onto athleticframe.com.

180s Launches New Licensed Accessory Program
POSTED: January 9, 2009

180s, the brand that brought the revolutionary wrap-behind-the-head ear warmers to the marketplace, is pleased to introduce its new NFL and NCAA licensing programs for the 2009 season. Next fall 180s will offer its innovative ear warmers, gloves, booties and scarves with team embroidered logos from many favorite colleges and universities, while continuing to offer its classic ear warmers with NFL logos.

Now with 180s licensed accessories students, alumni and fans can show their team spirit from tailgate to tip-off, on their daily commute and anywhere in between. And new for this season 180s gloves, booties and scarves are available in team colors, while ear warmers will be available in both team colors and as traditional black with logo. 180s soft, warm, licensed ear warmers are embroidered on both ears plus back with team logo and name. The patented and adjustable ‘click-to-fit’ design creates a great custom fit. Additional insulation provides comfort while a collapsible design offers easy storage. Perfect for game day, tailgating and showing team pride around town.

180s licensed fleece gloves feature team logos and name embroidered into the tops. Additionally, our Tec Touch™ innovations and patented ExHale™ heating system will help you stay warmer longer and connect to your electronics easier.

Finally, we upgraded 180s indoor and outdoor licensed mid calf booties—perfect for the dorms as well as at the stadium. Unique new scarves are also available with team colors, embroidered logos and a stash zip pocket for keys and cards.

More info at www.180s.com.

Sports Fan Face Paint Getting Ready for the Games
POSTED: January 5, 2009

Sports Fan produces custom-made face paint kits in a school’s colors to show team spirit at games and fundraisers. The creator of Sports Fan Face Paint is a professional Hollywood makeup artist who works in the film industry and is known for her work in the mega hit film, Titanic. She is also the creator of Bloody Mary Comics.

At the Sport Licensing & Tailgate Show Sports Fan is featuring its newest product line, "Sports Fan Hot Sauce" with labels matching school colors. It’s the perfect condiment for tailgate parties. Stop by Booth # 1307 for a taste of Bloody Mary's Sports Fan Hot Sauce or just to get your face painted or for an autograph from Bobbie on one of her Comic Books. Bobbie licensed her comic to Universal Studios in 2008 and they made Halloween Horror Nights 2008 at Universal Orlando from her "Tales of Bloody Mary" comics.

The Tailgate Couch Company Brings Comfort to Tailgating
POSTED: January 5, 2009

The Tailgate Couch Company LLC has announced the release of its new product to the Tailgating market place. The Tailgate Couch is a unique new product that was developed by tailgaters, for tailgaters, with comfort and quality in mind.

Easily turn any full-size pick-up bed into a comfortable seat in seconds. Thick foam cushioning and a durable nylon cover make The Tailgate Couch the perfect take-anywhere tailgate accessory. The Tailgate Couch is made to fit all standard bed full size pickup trucks, if your tailgate is 5 feet wide, this will fit! It weighs less then 20 lbs, sets up in seconds, it’s washable, stain and water resistant, and folds flat to make a nice little bed.

The Tailgate Couch Company will be an exhibitor at the Sport Licensing & Tailgate Show in Las Vegas.

The Megafan Making its World Debut In Las Vegas
POSTED: January 5, 2009

Every so often a new product comes around that makes each of us wonder, “Why didn’t I think of that?” At the 2009 Sport Licensing & Tailgate Show there will be many people asking just that question. This year The Megafan, which has been approved for patent pending status, will make its worldwide debut.

An ingenious design where the user has a preprinted sign on one side and dry erase flexible board on the other. The user can write and re-write on the dry erase side as many times as desired throughout the game! The ingenious part is when the two ends are brought together the sign forms a megaphone to cheer through! The company will be exhibiting in booth #2509.

LIL' TEAMMATES FILL TOY VOID
POSTED: December 20, 2008

Other than kids' apparel, there's not a lot for 3-10 year old fans in the marketplace. That's why the NFL was quick to realize the potential when The Party Animal presented them with the idea for Lil' TEAMMATES vinyl figures. According to NFL Consumer Products Manager Gretchen Barbour, "These little guys are so cute and appealing; we knew right away we had a winner."

The other Leagues were quick to jump on the bandwagon and this year will see the unveiling of not only NFL Lil' TEAMMATES, but Major League Baseball, NBA and many NCAA schools, as well. Company president Jim Cantrall says, "We know fans. We've been an NFL Licensee for 20 years, and I've never experienced fan reaction to a new product as strong as this. We made these sturdy 3" vinyl figures for little kids to play with, but I'm sure the collectability will appeal to big kids, too. You can collect the players on your team, the teams in your division or every team in the league."

Initial offerings will come with numbers and name plates for customizing and personalizing. Later editions will feature new figures with accessories, play sets and even throwback uniforms. An interactive website is also being developed. For more information log onto partyanimalinc.com.

MONOPOLY® FLIES WITH THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES|
POSTED: December 20, 2008

MONOPOLY®: Philadelphia Eagles Collector’s Edition is the ultimate board game and a “"must-have" collectible for the true Eagles fan, offering renowned Monopoly risk-taking and deal-making aspects of buying, selling and trading some of the greatest players in Eagles history including current favorites and retired greats in a quest to own the ultimate Philadelphia Eagles Team. Fans can also score the fast-playing Philadelphia Eagles JENGA® and YAHTZEE® games to complete their collections.

Made by USAOPOLY under license from Hasbro, The NFL and The Players Association, this collector's edition features team favorites such as Kevin Curtis, Brian Dawkins, Brian Westbrook, L.J. Smith, and Reggie Brown. In this new edition, Eagles Club Seats and Luxury Suites replace the classic Houses and Hotels, traditional railroads were traded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th downs and Boardwalk and Park Place feature Donovan McNabb and Ron Jaworski respectively. In addition, players can choose from one of 6 collectible pewter tokens including the Eagles helmet, football, Philly cheesesteak, cheerleader, quarterback and linebacker.

MONOPOLY®: Philadelphia Eagles Edition appeals to Eagles & MONOPOLY® enthusiasts everywhere, ages 8 and above. This fan-favorite will be available at Modell’s, Macy's and specialty stores October 2008. Suggested retail is $35.95.