In the toy market, sports toys are more often than not targeted towards males. While the market has been shifting a bit more with female-specific toys, the market has more or less been male-dominated.
The classic bats and balls that have dominated the sports market are still going strong, but they now have some competition. Rather seeing a regular composite leather basketball, customers can now get shot correcting basketballs, for example. The game hasn't changed: the rules remain the same, but the gear is shifting and becoming better.
You can even take your game outside at night with glowing equipment, if that's what you want to do. The main theme seems to be versatility and options when it comes to modern sports toys, but the name of the game is still fun.
15 Male-Targeted Sports Toys
From Basketball Figurines to Massive Inflatable Soccer Balls:
Michael Baxter — Mar 21, 2014 — Lifestyle
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Customizable Foldable Scooters
The STP Scooter by Benk Koros Addresses Versatile Commuting
14
Chinese Warrior Game Tables
The Nike Hong Kong Foosball Table is Dragon-Inspired
13
Three-Point Trash Baskets
Lay Up the Trash with the Basketball Waste Basket
12
Olympian Basketball Figurines
The Nike + Coolrain 'Relive the Dream' Dolls Immortalize the Legends
11
Sleek Luxury Go-Karts
The Porsche Go-Kart Pedal Car is Perfect for Sports Car-Loving Kids
10
Shot-Correcting Basketball Sensors
Evo One Acts Like an Electronic Coach with Whistle and All
9
Luxury Auto-Inspired Bicycles
The Alfra Romeo 4C IFD Bicyle is the Epitome of Luxury
8
Hybrid Sports Equipment
The Bat-&-Ball Combo Toy Lets You Play Soccer, Football, Golf & More
7
Denim Sports Equipment
Loomstate Denim Soccer Balls are Kid-Sized and Earth-Friendly
6
Massive Inflatable Balls
The Giant Soccer Ball Brings a Whole New Dimension to the Sport
5
Door Hung Basketball Holders
The Peach Basket Basketball Holder Hangs on the Back of Your Door
4
Shot-Improving Lounge Chairs
This Clever Seat Doubles as a Fun Basketball Shootout Toy
3
Mini Putt Pool Floats
Get the Island Golf Set for a Refreshing Game of Pool Golf
2
Adorable Finger Skateboards
The Little Sk8ters by Master-Piece Comes with the Extra Issue Vol. 1
1
Portably Packed Footballs
Bring the Stuff Football Everywhere Without Taking Up Space
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LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
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LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
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Toy-Themed Jelly Beans
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Tennis-Themed Beauty Bars
The Dove x Venus #KeepHerConfident Beauty Bar Inspires Girls in Sports
Ambient Tabletop Gamer Lights
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The KUXIU Wireless Charger Powers Devices in a Playful Way
Connected Soccer Training Equipment
The VOON SOCCER Smart Rebounder is App-Connected
Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes
Balenciage Presents its First Basketball Sneaker Model
Interactive Basketball Trackers
Spalding x SIQ Introduce Smart Basketball
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Build-A-Bear After Dark Shares Gifts & Collectibles for "Kidults"
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
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Artist-Inspired Dynamic Basketballs
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Experiment-Based Playsets
Moose Toys' Beast Lab Reinvigorates Action Figure Category
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
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Boogie Board Launched the Sketch Pals Forest Friends Line
Sparkling Pink Skate Sneakers
A New Barbie Dunk is Dosed in Pink Hues and Glittery Details
Retro-Tinged Revived Football Shoes
Nike Brings Life Back to its Field General Sneaker Model
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Official Connected FIFA Balls
adidas Brought a 500Hz IMU Ball to Professional Soccer
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Squishing Jellybean-Scented Toys
Jelly Belly Squishi Toys Come in 12 Different Scents
Book-Themed Collectibles
Booksy's Tiny Books & Figures Inspire a Love of Reading in Kids
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Board Game-Themed Fashions
The Shoe Palace x Monopoly Collection Includes an Array of Styles
Abstract Tennis-Themed Fragrances
D.S. & Durga Crush Balls Has Arrived in Time for the US Open
Optimized Accuracy Foam Blasters
The Nerf Pro Stryfe X Uses Half-Length Foam Darts
Co-Branded Pickleball Bags
This Equipment Bag Speaks to Fans of Pickleball and Pickle Alike
Summer-Ready Toy-Branded Clothing
The Mattel Barbie Film Merch Collection is Expansive
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Design-Forward Pickleball Paddles
Play Henry is Catering to the Growing Popularity of Pickleball
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Cartoon Cat Board Games
Hello Kitty®: Day at the Park Comes with a Limited Edition Figurine
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Festive Memory-Making Toys
Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Heated Athletic Apparel Lines
ActionHeat Debuts Officially Licensed NFL Heated Apparel
Boozy Backyard Games
Beer Darts is an Engaging Spin on Traditional Backyard Games
Quick-Burst Water Toys
NERF Better Than Balloons are Quick to Fill and Self-Sealing
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Basketball-Shaped Sneakers
The Baller Silhouette by Off-White Mimics the Look of a Sports Ball
Vintage Sportswear Capsules
adidas and MLS Take Inspiration from Retro Soccer Aesthetics
AR Sports Drink Bottles
BODYARMOR's Limited-Edition Collectible Bottles Engage Sports Fans
Mechanical Kinetic Motion Toys
Mezmoglobe's Luna is its Latest Complex Kinetic Desk Toy
Challenging Sensory Games
Toy Mania's Quick Pops Feature Four Game Modes
Football-Themed Cereal Packaging
This General Mills Football Packaging Updates Several Brands
Collectible Football Fan Dolls
The Barbie NFL Super Bowl Champion Doll is Limited-Edition
Optimized Pro Pickleballs
The Ultimate Pickleball Solves Issues with Weight, Speed & Durability
Multi-Mode Smart Cat Toys
The Cheerble Wicked Ball M3 Keeps Timid & Active Cats Entertained
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
Fast-Paced Challenge Games
Pop Off!'s Coasters, Cups and Balls Offer Over 50 Ways to Play
Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines
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Retailer-Exclusive Pickleball Fashions
The Prince for Target Pickleball Collection is Accessible
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The PetSmart Team USA Products Cheer on Athletes
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
Racing Video Game-Inspired Blocks
LEGO Introduces the Dynamic Super Mario Kart Set
Peel-and-Stick Fashion Dolls
Style Bae Dolls Have 2D Bodies and 3D Heads
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Tactic Games Launches the New Mölkky Minipeli Skittle-Throwing Game
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MAC Hosted a Glow Play Summer Activation in Toronto
3D-Printed Sports Balls
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'KEVA Planks' are Diverse Building Toys for All Ages
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Rampz Blends Skeeball and Cornhole into a Single Experience
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The BOSS x NFL 2024 Capsule is Chic and Ultra-Sporty
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Hart & Hero's Herotron Challenges the Gender Play Gap
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