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Yesterday, we launched our new xG (Expected Goals) feature at Sportmonks! 🎉 But here's the thing: to fully use its potential, it's crucial to understand what xG is all about. 🔍 Swipe through the post below to uncover all the secrets of xG! #xG #Sportmonks #Football

One and Done: A quite interesting (and supremely rare) Topps salesman's sample recently came across my transom, courtesy of Friend o'the Archive Larry Sarver.  While most samples are related to Topps Baseball cards, and ran through 1967, with the occasional Football piece mixed in, non-sports samples are almost never seen.  In this case, Topps was hawking one of the best sets they ever produced: 1955's Rails & Sails! True salesman's samples had only just premiered with the 1952 Baseball set, so this is an early one indeed and Topps was still tweaking the formula here: Isn't that a thing of beauty?! The reverse is just as intriguing, with a pitch clearly aimed at the father's of the time: Two cards numbers are obscured by the sticker (which I will get to in a second), they are, from the top #37 and #73. However, the blurb drawing attention to the first four color backs for a Topps set really caught my eye.  Topps was constantly trying to improve and sharpen the look of their cards at this time as they were attempting to outpace Bowman with everything they issued. Bowman never really managed to make their card backs all that exciting, whereas Topps began using all sorts of little illustrations and clever graphics on their reverses in earnest starting with Wings in 1952, although their use of color was limited originally, gradually improving as 1955 rolled around. Here's the thing though-shortly after this set came out, Topps ended up buying Bowman and pulled back to a limited use of color on the card backs!  I'm trying to ID the next set with four color backs put out by Topps and am really coming up blank. https://lnkd.in/g5sWRHR2 #1955ToppsRailsandSails ∀ CollectingAll.com | @CollectingAll

Wilson’s new Airless basketball costs $2,500, but it will sell out in seconds The price tag for the 3D-printed ball is staggering, but there are fewer than 200 available • https://lnkd.in/exVsXsAP Fewer than 200 Wilson Airless Gen1 basketballs will exist in the world. The first commercial version of Wilson’s Basketball that Doesn’t Need To Be Inflated Because It’s Already Full of Holes will cost $2,500. And, no, there are no extra zeroes in that price. The airless basketball is available Feb. 16 exclusively from Wilson’s website, and I suspect they will all be gone in seconds. • #3Dprinting • #AdditiveManufacturing • #technology • #innovation • tuan@tranpham.com • #tranpham • www.tranpham.com • Like 👍 what you see ► Repost ♻️, or Hit the Bell 🔔 to follow me. 🎥 P.S. Will you buy one? ➡️ Leave Comment👇

Rocking the stylish baseball cap isn't just about the look; it's about representing quality and embodying your brand's essence. More than just an accessory, it's a powerful statement! Hotsch Caps can help your brand make that impactful statement much stronger. #caps #hats #hotschcaps #baseballcaps #qualitycaps #brands

https://lnkd.in/gJPSTAcA 2020-21 Panini Revolution Basketball Uncut sheet with 100 Cards - Ultra-Rare Case Hit Galactic Parallel!  Offered is a unique 2020-21 Panini Revolution basketball uncut sheet with all the insert sets: Liftoff! (10), Rookie Revolution (20), Shock Wave (25), Supernova (10), and Vortex (35), totaling 100 cards. This sheet includes prominent NBA players such as LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Nikola Jokic, along with rookies like Anthony Edwards, LaMelo Ball, Tyrese Halliburton, and Tyrese Maxey. Cards are in the ultra-rare, case hit Galactic variation highly sought after by modern collectors. Substantial surface scratches, wrinkles and creases throughout including one long crease stretching from the bottom left corner to the middle right side of the sheet and another affecting the bottom right corner. Possibly due to proofing, the foil layer was not applied which includes some team, graphics and player names. With bright coloring and beautiful holographic finish, however, the sheet would display well if framed. It's also exceedingly rare to find any uncut sheets from post-2017 of any sport or manufacturer. Guide Value or Estimate: $10,000 - up.

✋ Big Saves: Why Soccer Goalie Gloves Aren't One-Size-Fits-All Soccer goalie gloves might seem bulky, but there's a reason for the extra material! Here's what that size offers: 🏀 Enhanced Grip: A slightly loose fit allows for better finger movement and a larger gripping surface for the ball. ⚽ Protection & Padding: Extra padding absorbs impact and protects fingers from powerful shots. 🏐 Wrist Support: Extended material provides stability and reduces the risk of wrist injuries during dives. For a more detailed breakdown of goalie glove anatomy and how size factors in, check out this blog: Why Are Soccer Goalie Gloves So Big?: https://lnkd.in/gs-RxH8J #soccer #goalie #goaliegloves #keepersave

"Thrilled to unveil our custom-designed baseball jerseys! 🎨⚾️ With every stitch, we've infused our team's personality and brand identity. Can't wait to step onto the field sporting these unique jerseys, a testament to our unity and innovation. Let's play ball! #CustomDesign #TeamUnity #BaseballSeason"

Hey #Rams fans, buckle up for my exclusive interview with V8, Jared Verse! Get ready to rev up and dive into the exciting conversation. After you've checked it out, share your thoughts in the comments section below. #NFL #football

Football icons David Beckham and Thierry Henry star in a brand stunt with Lays chips⚽️ The ad was shot live at a match in Milan's San Siro stadium, surprising fans with a live "Chip Cam" moment, showcasing the shared joy of Lay's during football matches. 💡Lays | Slap Global #MarketingCreativity #SocialMediaTrends #CreativeCampaigns #ViralMarketing #InnovativeBranding #MarketingHumor #MarketingStrategy #lays #football #soccor #brandsurprise

Here is the third version of the upcoming El Trafico match between LA Galaxy and Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) this 4th of July. I wanted to add a bit of motion graphics towards the end with almost a marker transition showing Major League Soccer logo. #graphicdesigner #graphicdesign #losangeles #lafc #lagalaxy #sportsdesign #football #footballer #footballdesign #soccer #soccerplayer #soccerdesign