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The Sports Parent · Useful Stuff

Carnival essentials.

A few little things for the sports bag, the small pouch and the overnight stay.

Six small picks for busy weekends. Check the size or pack below, then open the linked Amazon listing for the current price and availability.

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Before you leave

Sharpie Rub-a-Dub laundry marker

Black · pack of 1

Same shorts. Same socks. Same lost-property pile. Name the uniforms and clothing labels before they head out the door.

View Sharpie on Amazon

Follow the marker’s directions for the fabric you are naming.

The small pouch

Lucas’ Papaw Ointment

25 g tubes · pack of 2

A small tube for the family’s usual personal-care pouch. This listing is for two 25 g tubes, ready to split between bags.

View Lucas’ Papaw on Amazon

Check suitability and follow the product label.

Overnight carnivals

Dr. Beckmann Magic Leaves

NON-BIO detergent sheets · 25 sheets

For the accommodation washing machine when the same uniform is playing again tomorrow. Check what the accommodation provides before packing.

View laundry sheets on Amazon

Follow the garment-care label and detergent pack directions.

Footwear kit

Lightfeet Active Support insoles

XS listing

Fit matters. This link opens the XS listing, so check the manufacturer’s size guide and compatibility with the shoes before ordering.

View Lightfeet on Amazon

Choose the size and type suitable for the person wearing them.

The sports kit

RockTape

Black logo roll · 5 cm × 5 m

A spare roll for families who already use RockTape. Keep it together with the other sports-kit extras so it is easy to find.

View RockTape on Amazon

Follow the product instructions and professional guidance you have been given.

The small pouch

Neat Feat 3B Action Cream

75 g tube

Another small-pouch option for families who use it. Keep it in its labelled packaging, with the lid secure beside the spare uniform.

View 3B Action Cream on Amazon

Check suitability for the person using it and follow the label.