The Best Sports Gifts for Kids of All Ages

This first basketball hoop for toddlers has been delighting kids on Christmas morning since the 1980s, in a new neutral color combo out this year.

An MLB star in the making will love this baseball pitching machine for kids to perfect their game. Comes with a collapsible bat and five balls.

The kids’ gold-standard scooter for its smooth ride, adjustable handle, and easy-to-use braking system, this adjustable Micro Kickboard will get them from toddlerhood through elementary school. Plus, this version has LED lights for extra fun.

These balance stepping stones are for more than just activity, balance, and agility; they also become super convenient when, at least in someone’s imagination, the floor becomes lava.

Come winter, you might love this toy as much as your toddler! With so many options for fun—from a swing to a slide to a climbing wall—this set will keep them active and entertained indoors.

Help your LO practice mindfulness and flexibility with this adorable kids yoga kit that includes a mat and a set of pose flashcards.

This open-ended wobble board is amazing for all kinds of play, encouraging creativity while developing motor skills. Plus, this one comes in several different finishes.

An aesthetically pleasing trampoline that will match any home’s decor and delight any toddler on your gifting list. A classic (and fun!) gift for your LO!

Toddlers love to move! This under-$20 gift is a way to release all their energy that doesn’t take up too much space. 10+ colors available.

Perfect for a birthday party gift, this arcade-style basketball game is under $20 and super fun for kids to play over and over again.

This Little Tikes basketball hoop has stood the test of time with its adjustable height rim and durability (plus, it’s small enough to add to an indoor play space).

The Caitlin Clark WNBA excitement continues, and little fans can dress as the 3-point phenom with this official jersey.

Old Navy’s NFL collection for kids might be one of the coolest we’ve seen—from nostalgic sweaters to cozy sweatshirts to cute pleated skirts. Choose your kid’s favorite team and gear them up!

A real-feel, soft soccer ball that preschoolers can use indoors without worrying about scuffing up the walls. Four colors available.

For those not familiar, hover soccer balls are a thing! Grab this set with everything kids need for their own game.

Was World Cup mania in your house last summer too? Keep their Lamine Yamal fandom going with this officially licensed Barcelona track jacket.

This smaller-sized air hockey table is perfect for beginners and can sit tabletop or on the floor for a little friendly competition.

Get the kiddos in on the Pickleball craze with this portable net and paddles that can be used indoors or out!

For aspiring gymnasts, this sturdy gymnastics bar set will allow for hours of extra practice at home.

Perfectly sized for preschoolers, this PGA kids’ trainer golf set includes (don’t worry) plastic golf balls and a tee feeder accessible by a pedal so kids are ready to practice their shots.

Get preschoolers ready to hit the links (or the putt-putt course) with this adorable activity rug you won’t mind having out in your home when they need an indoor activity.

The tennis queens are immortalized as Barbie dolls: this Venus Williams Barbie debuted in 2025, and Serena is new in 2026. Other recent sports Barbies have included tennis trailblazer Billie Jean King, basketball icon Sue Bird, and, coming later this year, everyone’s favorite U.S. rugby star, Ilona Maher, will get her own Barbie.

There’s just something about Jellycat’s Amuseable collection that makes kids want to collect them. Grab a cute character from their favorite sport, including tennis, baseball, soccer, football, and more, for a soft gift they’ll love.

A practical yet still super-cool gift that little bikers, skateboarders, and scooter lovers need. Comes in many colors with stickers to personalize!

If little ones are jumping into the pool this winter for swim lessons, get them excited with these cool goggles in plenty of colorways. A perfect stocking stuffer, too!

This is probably the most-used gift I’ve ever given my daughter. Great for gymnasts, cheer tumblers, or kids who are always bouncing around.

This sports add-on to the Nintendo Switch 2 console allows for real movement through 12 sports, including archery, boxing, bowling, tennis, and more!

Have your backyard—or the park—game-ready at any time with this two-pack of pop-up goals.

This award-winning sit-down scooter is perfect for active kids and adjusts as they grow. Multiple colors and styles available.

Kids can emulate their favorite sports players with a customized number necklace and chain, either paying tribute to their favorite player or celebrating their own number.

Encourage more active independence with a brand new mountain bike from editor-favorite brand Guardian Bikes.

Admit it: you loved your own Razor scooter when you were a kid. With an adjustable handlebar and a rear fender brake, this is a classic birthday or holiday gift for any kid.

This competitive game is always a good option to keep on deck for outdoor activities and is super easy to set up, no matter where you are.

For a sports fan who’d love to see their name in lights, a customized neon sign is a special, personalized gift. Other sports themes are available.

Kids can get out some energy and practice hand-eye coordination in a fun and playful way with this music boxing machine. Connects to Bluetooth so they can listen to music while they box.

A LEGO set for the Messi superfans will be a meaningful gift after his final World Cup appearance. Our CEO’s son already assembled—and loved—this limited-edition set.

Kids can practice training drills at home with this smart soccer ball and the DribbleUp app.

If soccer is their sport, they’ll love to show support for the GOAT player Lionel Messi.

Soccer superfans will love to play the FIFA version of the super-popular Monopoly Deal card game. Plus, I always use card games as kids’ stocking stuffers.

For the aspiring receiver who wants to practice in the backyard, this toy can launch a Nerf football up to 30 yards.

Sports are more fun when the ball glows. Kids will have fun for hours outside with this LED glowing football. Multiple colors and ball styles are available.

Guess Who is a game night favorite in our house. And this version gets the NFL treatment. Kids can guess who the mystery player is by asking a series of yes-or-no questions.

Grab a graphic NFL sweatshirt with throwback vibes from your kid’s favorite team so they can represent with pride.

Sure, it gets dark early in winter, but kids can keep playing with this fun LED-lighted basketball rim.

Maybe this official Caitlin Clark basketball will inspire the next generation of players to practice their 3-point shots. My bball-loving 10-year-old has already added this to her wishlist.

Kids can show their support for the 7-foot-4-inch San Antonio Spurs center and power forward who gained a huge fan base after helping take the Spurs to the finals in 2026.

Attach this mini bball hoop to any door in your home and let the games begin.

Big kids love the Overtime sports apparel brand, known for its colorful shorts, hoodies, and more. They’ll be the cool kid on the court in this pair.

Have a basketball fan who also loves a LEGO set? This fun, Nike-exclusive building set will keep them occupied when they’re not watching or playing.

A rebounder net is key for dedicated young athletes who want to practice when they’re not playing. This net can be used for baseball, as well as volleyball, soccer, and lacrosse.

For sporty baseball (and softball) players, these light-up Spark Catch balls mean kids can keep working on their skills after sundown.

Every kid needs a duffle, whether they’re carting around sports gear or sleepover stuff. This colorful, high-quality duffle comes in multiple patterns.

Grab a 3-pack of the socks all the guys are wearing—made with breathable mesh and antibacterial yarn, they’ll keep your kid cool and comfortable while playing.

This interactive gaming console gets families up and off the couch! It uses AI to track your body movements in the game, making for fun family gaming time that’s actually active. Need more convincing? Read our full Nex Playground review.

Pair this basketball with the Nex Playground for training, or just use it as a silent basketball for home play. Either way, it’s pretty sleek and a great toy.

This 4-in-1, multi-game table is amazing for families or siblings with a competitive streak. Switch between foosball, ping-pong, air hockey, and billiards for hours of friendly competition.

Give the gift of a little friendly family competition with a ping-pong table that might also turn your home into the “cool basement parent” house.

Even if your kids haven’t watched American Ninja Warrior, they’ll still fall in love with this awesome obstacle course kit that includes rope knots, monkey bars, and more.

A big-ticket gift the whole family can enjoy, with a no-spring design for better injury protection. Warning: you’ll now be the go-to house in the neighborhood.

Bring the school playground favorite game to your own backyard with this Gaga Outdoor Game Set. Just don’t ask me the rules, my kids try to explain it every year.

A big-ticket gift they’re sure to get plenty of use of this winter, this fun (and nostalgic) arcade-style Pop-A-Shot basketball game is great to play with family or friends.

My dad built a backyard ice rink for us every winter, and it became a neighborhood hotspot—and a way to get all of us kids out of the house in winter. This kit makes it way easier than his wooden board method and is a gift your family will use for years.

A bigger-ticket gift for kids that the whole family can enjoy anytime, this highly-rated portable basketball hoop lights up for fun nighttime play. Grab a glow basketball for the ultimate family sports gift.