My Christmas Shopping Is All Done: Here’s What I Picked Out for Steve Sarkisian and Others
By Adams
Christmas is just around the corner, and like every year, I’ve wrapped up my holiday shopping early. While I’ve checked off gifts for family and friends, I couldn’t resist making a list for some of college football’s most iconic figures. Naturally, Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian was at the top of my list, but he’s not the only one getting a little something special from me this year.
Here’s a breakdown of what I picked out for Sarkisian and a few others in the world of football.
Steve Sarkisian has guided the Texas Longhorns back to prominence, with his creative offensive schemes and play-calling earning him national recognition. To honor his efforts, I’ve decided to gift him a custom-designed play-calling board.
This board isn’t your standard clipboard. It’s decked out in burnt orange, features the Texas Longhorn logo front and center, and has an engraved quote: “All Gas, No Brakes.” It’s a nod to Sark’s coaching philosophy and a reminder that the Longhorns are charging full speed ahead under his leadership.
Considering Texas is preparing for life in the SEC starting in 2024, Sarkisian will need every bit of creativity to keep the Longhorns competitive. Hopefully, this play-calling board inspires even more offensive brilliance.
For Texas quarterbacks Quinn Ewers and Arch Manning, I’ve picked out matching personalized headbands.
Ewers, with his signature mullet, has made a name for himself as a style icon on the field. Manning, the crown jewel of Texas’ future, brings his own unique swagger. The headbands, embroidered with their names and jersey numbers, are both practical and symbolic—reminders that they’re leading Texas’ charge into the SEC.
This small gift reflects the immense pressure these two face as the focal points of Texas football. With a touch of personalization, it’s a fun way to celebrate their impact.
The Texas vs. Alabama rivalry is set to heat up even more when the Longhorns join the SEC, so why not add a little humor to the equation? For Alabama head coach Nick Saban, I picked out a burnt orange coffee mug with the phrase: “Hook ’Em, Coach!”
While I doubt Saban would ever be caught using it, the gift is a lighthearted nod to Texas’ growing ambition to dethrone Alabama and other SEC giants. After all, the Longhorns’ close win in Tuscaloosa earlier this season showed that Sarkisian’s squad isn’t backing down from a challenge.
Bevo, the Texas Longhorns’ beloved mascot, deserves a little holiday cheer too. For him, I’ve chosen a gold-plated nameplate for his pen. The nameplate reads: “Bevo: The Pride of Texas” and is designed to match the regal status of one of college football’s most iconic mascots.
For the passionate Texas fanbase, my gift is a replica of the SEC Championship trophy. While the real one is still up for grabs, this symbolic gift represents the hope and excitement surrounding Texas’ impending move to the SEC.
The Longhorn faithful have endured their share of ups and downs, but with Sarkisian at the helm and a roster full of talent, the future looks brighter than ever. This replica is a fun reminder of what could be on the horizon if the program continues its upward trajectory.
- Bryce Young (Carolina Panthers QB): A set of custom gloves in Alabama’s crimson red, reminding him of his roots as he carves out his NFL career.
- Deion Sanders (Colorado Head Coach): A pair of gold-framed sunglasses, a nod to his larger-than-life personality and his impact on transforming the Colorado program.
- Lincoln Riley (USC Head Coach): A defensive playbook to help his Trojans bolster their weakest link.
Christmas shopping is always a fun way to reflect on the past year and the people who’ve made an impact. For figures like Steve Sarkisian, who has reinvigorated Texas football, and others in the college football world, these gifts are symbolic gestures of appreciation.
As we head into 2024, these tokens serve as reminders of the challenges and opportunities ahead. Whether it’s Texas preparing to join the SEC or Sarkisian solidifying his legacy, the holidays offer a moment to celebrate how far they’ve come—and how much further they can go.
Merry Christmas to all, and Hook ’Em Horns!