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A Holiday Glow Gift Guide for Your Favorite Youth Athlete

gifts, growth mindset, parents of athletes 2 min read

A Girl in Black Long Sleeve Shirt Standing Beside Christmas Tree

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I hear often from parents that their daughters leave Camp Ultraviolet with a new kind of confidence.

These girls carry themselves in a new way, and parents are eager to keep the CUV energy going.

Of course, we love it when CUV girls return for our day camps and other events, and I am always here to help one-on-one.

But I also thought I would compile a list of gift ideas for parents who want to encourage their girls all year long.

Stocking Stuffers and Gift Ideas For Girls

There’s nothing quite as delightful as filling a stocking with thoughtful little treasures. Shopping for your athlete doesn’t have to be a challenge.

This guide is packed with ideas to bring joy and excitement to Christmas morning.

It’s broken into a few categories, and all are favorites that will keep your CUV girl shining in 2025.

Books and Journaling Gifts For Girls

The Young Champion’s Mind: How to Think, Train, and Thrive Like an Elite Athlete by Jim Afremow

The Girls’ Guide to Growth Mindset: A Can-Do Approach to Building Confidence, Courage, and Grit, by Kendra Coates, D.Ed.

Shine, My Amazing Girl: Inspiring Stories That Help Build Confidence And Self-Esteem (Empowering Short Chapter Books for Kids), by Emma Meyer

One Jump At a Time: My Story, by Nathan Chen

Dream It, Do It: A Vision Board Book

Notebooks for journaling

Cute Cat Pens

Gradient Gel Pens

Card Decks to Help Girls Shine

Bloom and Bliss Positive Affirmation Cards

52 Essential Coping Skills Cards

Glow Girl Self-Care Stocking Stuffers

Shimmering Lip Balm

Purple Pouches

Shower Steamers

Hair and Body Sparkle Spray

Satin Pillowcase and Scrunchie Set

And Just For Fun …

Lavender Bunny Keychain

Supporting Your Athlete All Year Long

I hope these ideas help you to support your favorite athlete this holiday season.

And remember – Camp Ultraviolet keeps growing, adding new events all year long.

I also offer one-on-on coaching, and am available for speaking engagements. In fact, I am booking my speaking engagements for 2025 right now, so head over here to get in touch!

Happy Holidays!

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