Tennis is a popular sport with approximately 10.8 million Americans over age 7 having played it at least once in 2009, according to the National Sporting Goods Association in its sports participation survey. One of the sport's appeals is that all age and skill levels can enjoy it. Whether the tennis lover in your life is a serious player or a novice, a tennis-related item makes for a nice gift.

Coaching youth soccer requires fine-tuning drills to the age and interest level of the players. "For the smallest players, 4 years old, even getting them to kick the ball in the correct direction can be a challenge," says Wes Harvey, a youth and adult soccer coach in Baltimore, Maryland. "You have to keep the kids involved and moving; you can't let them be idle. Keep the drills fun. Remember these aren't professionals."

Skating vertical or "vert" is a type of skateboarding where the rider skates on a half-pipe or skate-bowl. Just maneuvering into a bowl or down and up a half-pipe ramp can take some getting used to so beginner vert skaters will want to simply get a feel for skating into a ramp or bowl. Once a rider feels comfortable skating up and down a ramp, they can begin to attempt performing tricks as well. Here are some tips to get you started in vertical skating.

Volleyball today can be a fun recreation or highly competitive sport, and it typically is played by teams of six on indoor courts and doubles on sand courts. Regardless of your level of play or setting, the net is going to be nearly 8 feet high for men's matches and almost 7 1/2 feet for women's competitions. At that height, a good vertical leap is mandatory for executing a solid attack. Plyometric volleyball drills can take your game up a notch.

The cheering, the hot dogs, the mascots, the cheerleaders: Live football games offer plenty of fun for the casual observer and the super fan alike. One of the best things about attending a football game rather than watching it on television is dressing up to show support for the home team. It is a great way to feel connected to your community.