Saturday, January 29, 2011

Helpful Tips in Choosing the Perfect Display Case For Your Football Collection

Your football memorabilia collection is probably one of your most prized possessions. So it is extremely vital that you protect its condition and help preserve it longer. It may either be a simple collection of football trading cards or a longtime hobby of completing the NFL mini helmet collection. Some factors such as frequent exposure to moisture and heat can surely increase the probability of it discoloring and fading. It is also prone to dust and simple handling can prove to affect its net worth in the future. This is especially applicable to signed memorabilia such as posters and photographs. These factors can lead to smearing, bleeding or worst, the signature can disappear entirely.

Display cases for your valuable collection will probably be the best protection you can give for your memorabilia. There are many display cases available in the market that differs in quality and durability. These cases do not only protect these items but is also an attractive way of showing off your collection. Therefore, it is important that you find the best display case you can afford to protect these items and ensure they are seen and appreciated by their true value. Here are some tips you can consider before making a final decision in the display case perfect for your football collection.

o Design
Typical display cases are cubed shaped but there are a few designs that come in hexagonal, round or other shapes. Display cases are all manufactured acrylic but the sturdy and hardy cases often have solid bases. These cases are available in oak, walnut or black bases. You should choose a display case according to your design preference as well as its quality.

o Quality
Quality is the most important aspect you should consider when shopping for a display case. Although it is considered that any protection is better than no protection at all, it is always best to purchase a display that has better quality than others. Look for characteristics such as sturdiness, good craftsmanship and durability.

o Construction
It is important that you determine how the display case is crafted. Some may be glued or just stapled together. Even though this protective case may only last for a few years, it is much better that it is attached in a more secure way like handcrafted cases. One good tip is to select a display case that is handmade rather than one that is mass-produced. You can also check if the wooden base is made out of endurable wood and not compressed paper or wood laminate.

Display cases are designed to protect collectibles such as your NFL mini helmet collection. If you truly want to ensure that your memorabilia will last longer and will be protected, it is important that you purchase one that is ideal and strong enough to withstand the harsh effects of moisture and heat.




Coach John Rockwell is a huge football fan. He has written many articles related to NFL Mini Helmet Collection. Other articles Coach John has written are related to sports equipment and collectibles such as NFL Helmets. Coach John resides in Texas with this wife and three children.

Thursday, January 27, 2011

NFL Affiliates - Top NFL Advertisers - How Much They Spent Last Season and How They Make Deals

The National Football League has many corporate sponsors. When you sit down and watch a Sunday night game, you will likely see hundreds of ads both discreet and in your face. Most of the time, you see repeats too. We all know that the automobile, soft drink, and beer industries do the best as NFL affiliates. But who made it to the top last year? Of course, it is a beer company.

1. Anheuser-Busch (A-B inBEv) spent about $134 million dollars total.
2. The US Government (including General Motors) came in second spending about $127 million in total.
3. Toyota was third with a $107.8 spent.
4. Ford spent about $97 million.
5. The NFL itself put in about $97 million for advertisements last year.
6. Miller Coors spent about $88 million total.
7. Sprint Nextel Company put in about $82 million.
8. Southwest Airlines spent about $66 million last year.
9. Verizon Wireless spent around $64 million.
10. And AT&T came in number ten spending about $64 million dollars on ads during the NFL 2009 season.

So how do these affiliates make deals? Well check out some of the advertising deals made in previous years.

o Beer: In 2005, it was agreed that Coors Brewing Co. would pay a total of $500 million over a five year period to become the NFL's official beer sponsor. This was a 67% increase from the previous year's deal. On an annual basis, the NFL takes in about $70 million for advertising.
o Soft drinks/snacks: the PepsiCo is spending over $1 billion on two major deals with the NFL. They are paying $560 million for Pepsi, Frit-Lays, and Tropicana to be advertised and an additional $500 million for Gatorade ads, all which will expire in February of 2011.
o Apparel: Beginning back in 2002, Reebok made a 10-year agreement with the league to pay $250 million in order to be the official outfitter of the NFL.
o Cars: Every year, General Motors pays out at least $140 million to be NFL's official car of choice. This four year deal which was signed back in 2005 split the vehicle status between three NFL periods. GMC trucks would be advertised during the regular season, Cadillac during the Super Bowl and Pro Bowl, and of course the Hummer during the NFL Draft.




If that wasn't enough, CBS has sold about 65% of their inventory for the game. As you can see, crazy amounts of money is spent during the NFL pre-season, post season, and of course during the Super Bowl. I couldn't blame them, the NFL is huge. So keep your eye out this season for commercials with the new Ford F150 Exhaust, the luxurious Cadillac Escalade, and of course the big mean Hummer because millions were spent for your very own viewing pleasure.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Ways to Decorate Your Yard to Support Your Football Team

It does not matter if you have a small yard or a large one when it comes to decorating a yard to show your support for your local team. From Super Bowl Sunday to a ten year old birthday party the fun is being creative. Start your day out with a Lawn Greeting delivery of footballs and stars to fill the yard. Included with a Lawn Greeting is a large personalized sign to post your teams name on. Other ideas include:

-Mylar Football Balloons

-Football Lights

-Personalized Football Banner

-INFLatable Footballs

-A Life Size Cutout of A Football Player

-Football Piñate

-Football Garland

-Streams In Your Teams Favorite Colors

-Megaphones and pom poms

-Team Pennants

-INFLatable Football Player

-Team Garden Flag

-Team Lawn Signs

-INFLatable Team Sled

-Team Windsock

-Light Up Team Window Player

-Team Animated Lawn Figure

-Tall Team Flag

-Inflatable Goal Post

-Team Mailbox Cover

-Neon Team Sign

-Team Window Clings

Save your self the work and have a Lawn Greeting delivered. Ideas for a Lawn Greeting display are 25 Footballs - Stars or Beer Mugs and Smiley Faces. A large personalized team message sign is included.

A Lawn greeting is set up between midnight and seven am and taken down that night so you do not have to do any of the work. Also makes a great present to send as a birthday present to any football fan to celebrate their day.

After the decorations outside bring the excitement inside with team colors and balloons. Matching napkins, plates and cups are fun to use for your party. Set up a face painting station to have your guest go to when they arrive. Divide the guest into two groups with team t-shirts to wear for the big game.




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