“Is the sports card hobby too big to fail?” The short answer: No — but it’s too big to disappear. Here’s a deeper breakdown: 🧨 Not Too Big to Fail… The hobby has failed before — or at least collapsed hard: 1990s Junk Wax Era: Overproduction killed value and trust. Many collectors left. 2010s Lull:…

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Dick’s Sporting Goods is acquiring Foot Locker in a deal valued at $2.4 billion, announced in May 2025. The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of 2025, pending shareholder and regulatory approvals .investors.footlocker-inc.com+9foxbusiness.com+9sneakernews.com+9investors.footlocker-inc.com+2dailyvoice.com+2investopedia.com+2 The acquisition aims to create a global leader in the sports retail industry by combining Dick’s extensive sporting goods…

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Geoff Wilson, the founder of Sports Card Investor (SCI), is one of the most influential — and polarizing — figures in the modern sports card hobby. He launched SCI during the hobby’s resurgence and played a major role in turning card collecting into a more investment-oriented, content-driven space. Here’s how he got started and changed…

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PSA 10s — the highest grade from Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) — are crucial to the sports card hobby because they represent perfection, scarcity, and value. Here’s why they matter so much: 🏆 1. They Represent “Gem Mint” Perfection A PSA 10 means the card has: Perfect centering (or very close) Sharp corners No print…

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To find a sports card show near you, you can use a mix of online tools, apps, and community resources. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you track down local and regional shows: 🔎 Top Ways to Find Local Sports Card Shows 🗺️ 1. Use Sports Card Show Websites These sites maintain regularly updated lists…

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Sports card store product allocation — how much product (like Topps or Panini boxes) a shop receives from distributors or manufacturers — has been a major point of friction and evolution, especially with Fanatics taking over much of the licensed sports card market. Here’s a breakdown: 🏪 How Product Allocation Traditionally Worked 📦 Distributors Most…

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Finding bargains on sports cards on eBay takes some strategy and a little patience. Here are the best tactics collectors and flippers use to snag deals: 🔎 1. Search Mislisted or Misspelled Items Many bargains are found in listings with errors: Search for misspellings of popular players or sets. Example: “Mike Troat” instead of “Mike…

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Sports Card Investor is a multifaceted brand founded by Geoff Wilson in 2019, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional sports card collecting and modern investment strategies. The brand has grown into a comprehensive platform offering content, tools, and community engagement for both collectors and investors. 🎯 Brand Overview Mission: To provide resources and insights…

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Finding bargains for sports cards on eBay requires a mix of strategy, timing, and research. Here’s a guide to help you consistently find undervalued or underpriced cards: 🔍 1. Search Like a Pro Use these filters and tactics: Sort by: Ending Soonest (for auctions about to end with low bids) Search terms: Use misspellings or…

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Gary Vaynerchuk (often known as Gary Vee) is a Belarusian-American entrepreneur, investor, and internet personality known for his work in digital marketing, social media, and entrepreneurship. Here’s a breakdown of who he is and why he’s influential: 🔹 Quick Bio Born: November 14, 1975, in Babruysk, Belarus (then USSR) Immigrated: Moved to the U.S. as…

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