He's the man: what better time than Father's Day to show him what a good sport he raised?

He'll dream, he'll laugh, he'll eat popcorn

Hoop Dreams, $29.95

One of the best sports movies ever is on DVD for the first time. The 1994 film follows high school hoops stars William Gates and Arthur Agee over a five-year period. Bonus features include critical commentary from Roger Ebert (who called the documentary the best film of the 1990s) and the late Gene Siskel. The DVD version also offers reflections from Gates (a pastor) and Agee (a clothing entrepreneur), now in their 30s.

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NCAA Football DVD Trivia Challenge, $24.95

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Let Dad prove his smarts--or at least his ability to spout facts about things that happened before you were born. The game features hundreds of questions and includes game clips from the 1930s to the present.

NFL Greatest Follies, $19.95

For the first time, NFL Films' Follies series is on DVD. The two-disc set features six programs of classic and contemporary follies.

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NBA Furious Finishes, $12.98

This collection of the best buzzer-beaters in NBA history includes sections about Larry Bird, Michael Jordan and recently retired king of clutch Reggie Miller.

2005 BCS Bowl games, $19.95 each

Southern California's, Auburn's, Texas' and Utah's victories are preserved in their entirety on four separate commemorative DVDs. Bonus features include postgame celebrations, interviews with players and coaches and more.

Make him feel warm and fuzzy

NASCAR fleece blanket, $24.95

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Whether on the recliner in front of the TV or in the stands at a race, stay warm with this 56x38-inch cover. The black-and-white checkered blanket is emblazoned with the NASCAR logo.

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NFL and MLB stadium snow globes, $34.95

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The NFL globes play "You Gotta be a Football Hero"; the MLB globes play "Take Me Out to the Ball Game." Instead of snow, tiny bits of confetti in team colors dance in the liquid when the globe is shaken.

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Baseball gift packs, $21

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Let him revel in his Red Sox, Yankees or Cubs obsession. Each gift pack includes a bottle jersey for keeping his beverage cold, a bottle opener key ring and a 12-inch inflatable replica stadium.

Pro and college logo money clip-credit card holder, $19.99

sportsfanfare.com

Help Dad straighten out his cash with this money clip, which doubles as a credit card holder. The two-pocket black leather wallet comes with his favorite school appliqued to the clip.

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The old man probably could use a good cleaning

NCAA rubber ducks, $4.99 and up collegegear.com

Even dads need to soak in a bubble bath every now and then.

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Jeff Gordon dental pack, $19.99

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A NASCAR spin on the traditional Father's Day toiletry set. The pack comes with a dentist-designed spinning electric toothbrush and two replacement heads, plus a regular toothbrush and racecar floss holder.

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So what if it won't make him play any better

Trunk-It Golf Gear Case, $49.99

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No more scrambling to find those shoes, gloves, balls and tees. This roomy yet compact bag lies flat, with adjustable compartments and a mesh opening for ventilation. Keep it in the car, or use it for traveling.

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It's Par for the Course, Charlie Brown, by Charles M. Schulz, $13.95

As former PGA player Johnny Miller writes in the foreword, "Golf is the ultimate game of frustration. It brings out all our self-doubts and insecurities like no other game I know." Who better to exemplify that than loveable sad sack Charlie Brown?

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NFL and MLB golf team packs, $29.99

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The perfect gift for the dad who can't decide on just one sport. The pack includes one golf ball and a 16x25-inch towel with a pro football or baseball team's logo printed on it. Plus, there are eight tees in the team's colors.

NCAA and NFL golf balls, set of 12; $19.95 (NCAA), $29.95 (NFL)

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Sure, the team logos are great--but they're nice balls.

Let's just hope he doesn't throw his back out

Throwback apparel, prices vary

stallanddean.com

Let him relive the good old days in throwback jerseys, jackets and hats.

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Akadema Pro baseball gloves, $35 and up

akademapro.com

Go with the throwback versions from baseball's golden years, or opt for the cutting edge new Funnel Glove.

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Because a good plate of grub always is in season

NCAA salt and pepper shakers, $6.99 bpicollectibles.com

For the dad who likes to show his school spirit even while salting his fries. The shakers come in the shape of a basketball or football, with a team's logo across the front. Choose from 33 different schools.

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Fan Brands Grilling Iron, $14.95

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Brand the logo of your favorite college team or NASCAR driver onto steak or chicken at your next barbecue. Perfect for tailgating, the irons are available in six NASCAR and 26 collegiate designs.