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Thanksgiving has come and gone. That could only mean one thing: Now is the time of year when folks start to panic because Christmas is only one month away. Yeah, let that sink in for a second. If you’re part of that huge group of people who aren’t adequately prepared and feel the pressure starting to weigh on you, just take a deep breath to clear out the leftover food still in your system and check out these deals that could knockout the sports fanatics and exercise fiends in your family.
And hey, while you’re at it, pick up something for yourself. Remember, in order to make that “buy one, get one” happen, you need another person and who better than yourself to reap the rewards, huh? Here are The Best Black Friday Sports Deals Available Right Now.
Madden NFL 13 (Xbox 360 & PS3)
Best Buy: $34.99; regularly $59.99
Did you miss out on Madden NFL 13 when it first dropped in late August? Was it the uncertainty of investing another 60 bucks in the latest edition of the Madden franchise that stood in your way? Well, at nearly half the cost in Best Buy on Black Friday, maybe now is the time to really consider purchasing the only true-to-life NFL game in the video game market. Too bad they don't have NBA lockout mode where you start the season on Christmas, right?
Hats and Caps
LIDS: Take 35 percent off orders of $50 or more (Code: BLKFRI35)
Are you in need of a cap upgrade? What, isn't that ill sweat ring on your fitted a telltale sign? Well, don't hesitate and go to Lids.com, so you can capitalize on 35 percent off any purchase of $50 of more.
Livestrong Treadmill
Dick's Sporting Goods: $599.98 (12 a.m. - 2 p.m.); regularly $1,499.99
Have a friend or family member who's training for marathon sometime next year? We all have one. Anyway, help that person reach their goal for once, you know, unlike their New Year's resolution. However, at $599.98, you're dropping a pretty penny, so hopefully that person is pretty...nice.
ProForm Eliptical
Sports Authority: $799.99 (12 a.m. - 3 p.m.); regularly $1,999.99
If you're one of those dudes who lives with his girl and she complains constantly about the gym she goes to, but wants to stay in shape, pick up one of these for the crib. Sure, you'll be shelling out over 800 bucks, but she'll be happy, and in shape, which means you'll have plenty of reasons to be happy.
All Winter Sports Team Hats
Olympia Sports: Buy One, Get One For 99 cents (5 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
We're not trying to sound like your mother here, but keeping your head warm during the winter is ridiculously important. So, after purchasing that boring, ahem, generic color hat, why not spice things up with another hat for only 99 cents? That's right, 99 cents! The only catch is the deal lasts from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., which should give you enough time to wake up from your Thanksgiving dinner induced coma.
Grand Slam Tennis 2 (Xbox 360 & PS3)
Best Buy: $7.99; regularly $19.99
Back in February, EA Sports dropped Grand Slam Tennis 2. For some folks, the game may be a bit outdated, but for less than $10, how can you go wrong? Plus, you can play as stars like Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and even Maria Sharapova. But sorry guys, video game female tennis players just don't really compare to the real thing.
NCAA Fleece Clothing
Finish Line: Two for $35.00; regularly $40.00
Don't know what to get that friend you went to college with? Looking for a cheap gift for that person you're just simply getting a gift for? Who are we to judge? Why not get one for your friend and then hoard one for yourself? They don't have to know!
Sports Authority Collective Deals
Sports Authority: All-day specials include buy-one-get-one at 50 percent off men's, women's and children's footwear, with a number of two-day specials like 30 percent all Nerf Toys or 25 percent off Kid's New Balance, Nike, and Adidas active apparel.
Most people will be up super early trying to get those early bird Black Friday deals, which means over-crowded malls and stores for you. We doubt that you'll want to be trampled by the old lady trying to get that last Beyblade for her grandson, but you don't want to miss out on the deals.
You're in luck because Sports Authority's deals go from noon to 3 p.m., which means no old ladies in your path (unless hot cougars), they have sports apparel for every league for 35 percent off, and you can get those running shoes to replace the smelly ones you have in the hallway now, with another pair with them for half the price.
Nike Pro Hyperwarm or thermal apparel
Modell's: 25 percent off $30; regularly $56.25 (limit four per customer)
For those times you don't want to be indoors doing your cardio, picking up a Nike Pro Hyperwarm or Thermal is definitely a good idea for those runs in the winter cold. When you're jogging through the park and not freezing your nuts off because you bought yourself one of these, you'll thank us later.
Iron Gym Total Body Fitness
Modell's: $30; regularly $49.99
The Iron Gym is definitely a good look to work off that extra 10-20 pounds gained from scarfing down that butterball turkey and candied yams on Thanksgiving.
Shake Weight Pro
Dunham's Sports: $9.99 (12 a.m. - 3 p.m.); regularly $39.99
You want to lose those Thanksgiving pounds, right? But you're trying to shed those additional lbs. in baby steps. You know, sitting before standing. Then head over to Dunham's Sports and get yourself a Shake Weight Pro. And while you're on your way there, start working on your "but it's good for your arms" reasoning.
NCAA Performance Hoodie
Dick's Sporting Goods: $29.98; regularly $59.99
If you're not repping for your university because a majority of your money goes to student loans, we have a solution. No, we're not taking that commitment off your hands. But how about a sweet hoodie of the same school that's taking most of your income? Eh? Eh?
FIFA 13 (Xbox 360 & PS3)
Best Buy: $34.99; regularly $59.99
Aside from Madden, there may not be a sports video game franchise as competitive among peers quite like the FIFA franchise. If you're curious and want to know what all the hype is about, now's the time. At only $34.99, you can give the game a try and hey, if you don't like it, just drop another couple dollars for some plastic wrap and regift. Sidebar: We're not fully condoning the act of regifting, but times are still hard out here!
Sport Balls
Sports Authority: Every ball is 50 percent before 3 p.m.
Who doesn't love playing with balls, er, soccer balls, baseballs, etc.? Now that we got that cleared up, of course you do! So, why don't you give that half-deflated basketball you found all alone in the park a rest and hit your nearest Sports Authority? Your friends will thank you.
Mitchell & Ness Collective Sale
Mitchell & Ness: 25 percent off all apparel and accessories throughout the weekend.
The throwback jersey staple is offering a great deal without the hassle of risking developing hypothermia. You can order discount jerseys, snapbacks, and any other apparel from the comfort of your own home. *cues the soundtrack*