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Edition #33   •  Nov 26, 2025

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Welcome to the thick of holiday shopping season!

Welcome to The Group Chat, where sports and culture meet and mingle. Tomorrow's Turkey Day in the U.S., which means you're about to be hit by nonstop Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. With endless options at your fingertips, finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can be a slog. Enter: an emergency special edition of The Group Chat. We curated a gift guide for every type of sports fan, so your loved ones feel seen, and you feel cool, calm, and collected. You're welcome.

🎁 A Gift for Every Fan 🎁

💪 For your bestie who still thinks she might go pro: This sporty spice takes every training sesh seriously — gift her something that matches her energy. A matching set from Lululemon, the perfect combination of function and fashion. The Powerbeats Pro 2, aka the water-resistant, heart rate–tracking earbuds that stay put from warm-up to cooldown. A Class Pass membership. Variety really is the spice of life.

Presented by Amazon Prime 👏 Holiday shopping has never been easier Source: Amazon Prime Why fight over a parking spot when you can shop in your pajamas? On Amazon Prime, you don't have to leave the comfort of your house to snag holiday savings, whether you're: 🎁 Searching for a very specific gift for that tough-to-shop-for special someone, 🎉 Hosting a holiday bash that, ahem, sleighs, all others, or 🕯️ Leaning in to cozy winter nights with candles and cocoa. Skip the crowds, skip the stress, and get everything you need with one click. From exclusive member savings to fast, free delivery, Prime keeps your holidays smooth, simple, and stress-free. All that's left to do is sit back, relax, and wait for the holiday magic to arrive at your door. HOLIDAYS MADE EASY ON PRIME

🤔 For the hard-to-shop-for, hardcore sports enthusiast: Gifts that pair athletic edge with elevated style land every time for sports-obsessed fans, from your bestie to your dad. The Basketball 100 from The New York Times is a love letter to the game. The best way to upgrade gear is going vintage, so snag one of these '47 retro ballcaps. Refresh that old jersey with an official NFL crewneck sweater from Abercrombie. Finally, football meets fashion. 💅 For the casual, trendy fan who's here for the vibes: They may not track every stat, but they do love the sports tea and are all over the TikTok trends. A gift card to 831 Stories. There's nothing more dramatic than the latest sports romance novel. A candle from WNBA star A'ja Wilson's line, Burnt Wax. Smells like an MVP gift. This extremely cute clear bag helps them show up to the stadium in style.

Presented by Amazon Prime Source: Amazon Prime Your holiday lineup without Amazon Prime: 🧤 Cold hands in the dark, frigid winter night 😩 Long lines…everywhere 🚪 Store doors busted down by massive crowds Your holiday lineup with Amazon Prime: 📱 Click 💥 Buy 💨 Delivered Prime is your shortcut to stress-free holiday shopping. MAKE MAGIC HAPPEN FASTER ON PRIME

🤝 For the sporty coworker: Whether it's your coach boss or the barista at your local coffee shop, there are plenty of low-pressure sports-themed gifts for people you don't know that well. This desk organizer with a mini basketball hoop is perfect for the coworker who always runs the office March Madness pool. Coffee aficionados and NBA fans alike will love Golden State Warrior Jimmy Butler's brand of beans, Bigface. Or, if you have a footy fan on your list, try a bag of Kickoff Coffee beans, co-owned by friend of The GIST and soccer commentator Melissa Ortiz. When in doubt, get them a gift card and find a cute way to wrap it, like this chic hockey wrapping paper or these custom holders that double as ornaments.

	At The GIST HQ ❄️ What (Else) We're Loving: Holiday Edition ❄️
You're working overtime to cover everyone on your list — here are a few ways to make this stressful season a little easier, sourced directly from our team and The GIST Plus members. 👀 For those early mornings and late nights: Some undereye patches to help you feel refreshed. I like these ones from Summer Fridays. — Katie, newsletter producer 💗 For some much-needed stress relief: An Amazon Prime membership, the easiest way to let the holiday season come to you…literally. — Our pals at Prime* 💎 For some creative multitasking: I'm making my friends bag charms and charm bracelets with this kit and this kit. It's the perfect way to relax and be productive at the same time. — Julia, account manager 😴 For a good night's rest: I am not pregnant, but I still sleep with a pregnancy pillow. Trust me on this one. — Jess, social media producer. *P.S. This is a sponsored post.

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