ESPN Full Court, $109 (suggested)
Buy it: espn.go.com/ncb/fullcourt
Delight the hoops fanatic in your life with access to about 30 college basketball games a week all season long. The only down side is you might not see that person much anymore. Note: Early bird prices are available through Nov. 24.
Ron Shandler’s 2013 Baseball Forecaster and Encyclopedia of Analytics, $25.95
Buy it: bn.com
Fantasy sports have never been bigger, but Shandler has been breaking down the game within the game since 1986, when rotisserie leagues were just a niche concern.
Columbus Crew season tickets, $279+
Buy it: thecrew.com
When the team and its fans find that crackling synchronicity, there’s no better entertainment value in town than Crew soccer. At the moment, you can snag a full 18-game package for less than $300.
Ohio State apparel, $15+
Buy it: Buckeye Corner
Various locations
In Columbus, you almost can’t go wrong with Buckeye swag.