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Your Spirit Gift Guide

Whether you’re gifting new UD swag to yourself or to your favorite Blue Hens, this guide highlights some of the most spirited UD gear—perfect for fall events such as Parents & Family Weekend (Oct. 2) and Homecoming (Oct. 23).

For Families of Blue Hens

Proud Parent Unisex Pullover Hoodie

Parents can show off how proud they are of their UD student while keeping extra warm (and stylish) this fall.

UD Water Bottle: Mom

Moms always come prepared, and this water bottle is a great way to help her be environmentally friendly AND hydrated when she packs her beverage for a campus outing.

Champion Dad Jersey Tee

Pop may not always express how he feels through words, but there’s no way he can hide his beaming pride and UD spirit when wearing this T-shirt.

You don’t have to limit your blue and gold spirit to events and football games. Go ahead and let these socks peek out under your office slacks—there’s no doubt that your coworkers will ask you about them!

Bleacher Cushion

Don’t let a sore tush ruin the game. Get a cushion for all the Delaware fans in the family—they’ll thank you later!

For UD Alumni and Students

3x5 Flag

Let your UD spirit soar during football tailgates and more with this nylon Fear the Bird flag.

Spectrum Alumni Unisex Distressed Pullover Hoodie

Fortunately, hoodies never go out of style and neither does your blue and gold spirit! Sport this distressed sweatshirt at UD events or wherever you go this fall.

Legacy Adjustable Hat

Go retro with this throwback UD mascot hat to strike up conversations with Blue Hens from all class years.

Spirit Cheer Gear Duo Headband

When a hat isn’t your style, sport these headbands to demonstrate that your UD pride is never far from your mind.

Blue Hens Pom Pom

We can’t think of any better way to cheer on your favorite UD teams. Go Hens!

Face Paint

This one’s for the diehards—no one will question your Blue Hen spirit when you’re wearing blue and gold face paint!

Clear Tote Stadium Bag

It’s pretty “clear” that you have Delaware pride when you bring this bad boy to the stadium.

Champion Packable Jacket

Be prepared for rainy weather without sacrificing your Blue Hen style—this jacket can roll up into your purse or backpack for whenever you need it.

Tervis Stainless Travel Mug

Traveling to campus to visit your Blue Hen friends? Somehow, coffee and tea for the road tastes even more delicious as you’re reminded about your UD pride with every sip!

Infinity Scarf

Those fall campus days are the perfect time to break out this easy and cozy way to show off your UD spirit.

For Anyone Who Bleeds Blue and Gold

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