You don’t actually have to be from Maine to fall in love with a Hearts of Pine jersey

Struggling to find the gift that nets you a winner? NYC Footy’s staff is here with our personal recommendations to ensure you’re still in good standing with the ones you love when it’s all said and done.

From top turf shoes to the professionals who can get your body back on track, here's a look at what's catching our attention during the 2025 Holiday Season:

NYC Footy Team Staff Pick: Mack Weldon's Atlas Every Day Backpack

Our champ swag partner makes a fine backpack for your fields of study (and play)

There’s a lot of love for our champ swag partners’ Atlas Everyday Backpack across our community, especially if your current gym bag solution isn’t water-resistant. Pick one up for that friend who can’t carry it all on their shoulders and watch how their life (and maybe posture) changes for the better.

Pat Seaward, Manager of Field Operations: Maine Hearts of Pines jerseys

Whether you were born in The Pine Tree State or Maine brain is your constant state of mind is your brain, wear how you feel by picking up a Hearts of Pine jersey. Celebrating their first season in USL One, picking up a snazzy jersey representative of Maine's entire soccer community has all the holiday feels you'll need.

Eliot Katz. Referee Manager and Mentor: TF1 Turf Shoes

TF1’s turf shoes are the talk of the town this holiday season - pick up a pair before you can’t!

I just got a pair of these cool new turf shoes - they’d make an awesome (not cheap) gift. Old school looks, very comfortable.

Jessica Caunedo, Manager, Marketing: Slip's Maya Skinny Scrunchies

Jessica, our incredible Director of Marketing, had this to say for anyone searching for a way to tame any hair that might appear in your line of vision:

"These hair ties are some of the best for the girls who like to go out after a game! Despite being satin and the name of the brand, they don't slip out even during your toughest match, and they leave no pesky indent in your hair, so you're ready to go for post-game drinks! The best part? They come in all natural hair colors and some fun variety packs as well."

John Adam Plenge, Manager, Warehouse Operations: The Rotisserie Chicken Bag...Bag

No added hormones or steroids in this chic(ken) bag.

Is there anything more intimidating than seeing a player pull up with a bag that might have an entire rotisserie chicken waiting to be devoured inside? Whether you're into playing mind games with your opponent or use food as a tool for team motivation, this quirky gift can be the one your special someone talks about for ages (in a good way.)

Tarek's Picks

Should you wish to know some of the ways I've been able to maintain my presence on the pitch, I'm still standing tall thanks to my Aryse ankle supports - along with the incredible support of the following practitioners: