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Andrew Morrisey

10 Best Father’s Day Hat Deals for Dads Who Love College Football

Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity to sort through some sports apparel deals, as there are a lot of Father’s Day sales taking place out there. Fanatics has some of the best deals to take a look at if you’re in search of apparel for your favorite team, and that’s true whether you’re shopping for yourself or for dear old dad.

Here I’ve tracked down ten of the best college football hats currently discounted at Fanatics. Among them you’ll find some heavy hitters like Michigan, Notre Dame, and Texas, as well as some that just make a great discount. You don’t have to be shopping for dad in order to take advantage of these deals, so if you see your favorite team’s logo listed below, grab it while the sale is hot.

Miami Hurricanes Top of the World Primary Logo Hat — $14, Was $25

The Miami Hurricanes Top of the World Primary Logo Hat against an orange background.

The Hurricanes are a legitimate threat to make the College Football Playoff this year, and Miami fans can show their love with this Top of the World primary logo hat. It’s marked down to just $14 for Father’s Day, and it regularly goes for $25. It’s tracking as one of the most popular hats on Fanatics, so you’re going to want to make this purchase quickly.

The hat features a high-quality Hurricanes logo made of raised embroidery. It’s a nice combination of casual style and college spirit, as it’s a pretty classic looking Miami Hurricanes hat. It’s made to be a super comfortable, with a leather sizing strap in place of more common snapback sizing.

The deep green tone looks good outside of Miami games, making it something to wear for just about any casual outing. That includes yard work, barbecues, and camping trips, and you could even sprinkle in some slightly more formal gatherings.

LSU Tigers Nike Primetime Hat — $15, Was $32

The LSU Tigers Nike Primetime Hat against a purple background.

The LSU Tigers jump into the discounts with this Nike Primetime hat, which is going for just $15. That’s more than 50% off, which is a steal considering the Tigers have their eyes set squarely on this year’s College Football Playoff. This is another hat with a lot of recent sales on Fanatics, so make a purchase quickly.

It’s a premium hat in terms of both design and quality. Nike often goes out of its way to deliver unique designs, and this hate features an embroidered Tigers logo over classic LSU yellow. You’ll find “Tigers” in purple embroidered across the back.

With this hat being part of Nike’s Primetime Pro collection, it emphasizes both performance and style. It’s going to stand out during Tigers games, but it’s also subtle enough that you can wear it just about anywhere. It has a snapback closure for adjustable sizing.

Penn State Nittany Lions Top Of The World Trainer Hat — $17, Was $25

The Penn State Nittany Lions Top of the World Trainer Hat against a navy blue background.

Coming off a recent College Football Playoff with high hopes for another, Penn State needs as many fans rocking the logo as it can get. This Nittany Lions hat is on sale for $17, marked down from $25. It’s made by Top of the World and is part of the Victory Trainer collection, sort resembles what a lot of team employees wear.

This hat sports a classic collegiate look with a Nittany Lions embroidered logo across the front panels. It’s made to be super comfortable, as it utilizes a leather band for adjusting its size. This is, of course, officially licensed Penn State apparel, so everything from the logo to the styling is authentic.

Reinforced stitching makes this a quality purchase, whether it’s for dad or any other Nittany Lions fan you know. The materials are designed to withstand regular use, so it should hold up well through many forthcoming Penn State seasons.

Oklahoma Sooners Top Of The World Flex Hat — $17, Was $30

The Oklahoma Sooners Top of the World Flex Hat against a crimson background.

This Oklahoma Sooners flex hat is the perfect alternative to stiffer fitted hats, and it’s on sale for just $17 for Father’s Day. That’s $13 off its regular price of $30, and it’s one of the larger discounts you’ll find here. The comes in a range of sizes that are able to stretch slightly to ensure a perfect fit.

And that fit is what sets this Sooners hat apart from a lot of other hats. The stretch technology eliminates sizing guesswork you have to do with fitted hats, and unlike traditional snapback hats, this one automatically adjusts to suit different head shapes.

The hat features a bright crimson main color with an embroidered OU logo on the front. Across the back it lets everyone know who you cheer for, with “Sooners” stitched in bold, all caps lettering.

USC Trojans Top Of The World Breakout Hat — $17, was $28

The USC Trojans Top of the World Breakout Hat against a yellow background.

USC is another school looking to restore its championship traditions, and with an eye on this year’s College Football Playoff, the Trojans are turning out some super cool merch. This Top of the World breakout hat is on sale for just $17, which is good for $11 in savings.

The hat has a style that reminds me a little of the kind of hats that were around in the 1990s and 2000s. It has a trucker style without being too meshy, and the white backside really makes the Trojan cardinal and yellow pop. The Trojans logo and lettering are embroidered and of high quality.

This is the style of hat college kids used to wear all over the place, so you aren’t going to find yourself underdressed wearing this thing around. Wear it to games, backyard gatherings, bars, and even work if it feels right to you.

Florida State Seminoles Nike On-Field Hat — $18, Was $32

The Florida State Seminoles Nike On-Field Hat against a gold background.

Despite a down season, Florida State remains one of college football’s power brands. Seminoles faithful: you’re likely to love this Nike on-field hat. It’s available in a couple of different colors, and it’s on sale for $18. That’s a pretty massive discount considering it regularly goes for $32.

The design of this Seminoles hat is what really sets it apart from other Florida State apparel. Te Pro Bill designation refers to the specialized construction of the bill, which is designed to resembled the visors a lot of coaches and teams employees wear on the sidelines.

Nike has also designed this hat to withstand the heat and humidity Florida State fans face throughout the college football season. It incorporates moisture-management technologies and has reinforced stitching patterns to keep it from falling apart quickly.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish Top of the World Flex Hat — $20, Was $30

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish Top of the World Flex Hat against a green background.

Notre Dame, perhaps the most recognizable brand in college football, checks in here with an official licensed Fighting Irish hat. This is another flex hat, which delivers the look of a fitted cap with the fit of something much more flexible. It’s marked down to $20, which is 33% off its regular price of $30.

And fresh off an appearance in the College Football Championship game, there’s few better times to show everyone you’re an Irish fan. This hat will do the job just about anywhere you go, as it has a classic ND embroidered logo on the front and the word “Irish” stitched across the back in big, bold letters.

You’ll also find a shamrock on the right side of this hat. It offers a great combination of style, comfort, and durability, and if you’re after a uniquely designed Fighting Irish hat, you don’t need to look any further than this one.

Texas Longhorns Top Of The World Flex Hat — $20, Was $30

The Texas Longhorns Top of the World Flex Hat against an orange background.

A Texas Longhorns hat that’s about as classic as it gets in terms of front-side styling just has to make a list like this. This is another flex hat by Top of the World, so you’ll also be getting some unique styling additions on the back and sides of the hat. It’s marked down to $20, which is $10 off its regular price of $30.

Across the back you’ll find the word “Horns” in all caps, and if you ask me it looks pretty slick on the Texas orange coloring of the hat. This hat is made to style like a fitted cap, but with its flex technology, it’s able to stretch and adapt to heads of various sizes and shapes.

Whether this is a gift for dad or something for yourself, it will wear well with just about any wardrobe. If you’re a Texas fan or want a gift for one, this hat is the perfect way to show you’re a part of the Longhorns fandom.

Auburn Tigers Under Armour CoolSwitch Hat — $30, Was $42

The Auburn Tigers Under Armour CoolSwitch Hat against a blue background.

Auburn fans can get on the Father’s Day festivities with this officially licensed Tigers hat. It’s on sale for $30, which knocks $12 off its regular price of $30. Under Armour makes this hat, which also makes it a popular option. It’s selling quickly on Fanatics, so be sure to grab it at a discount while you can.

In terms of the hat itself, with the Under Armour logo slapped on the side, you know you’re getting something of quality. It features Under Armour’s CoolSwitch technology, which pulls heat off your skin and generates a cooler wear. This gives the hat a lightweight, breathable feel.

And that actually makes it wearable on any occasion. It’s designed to accommodate outdoor wear, but this Tigers hat will fit in just as well at work as it will on the golf course.

Michigan Wolverines Nike Rise Flex Hat — $30, Was $34

The Michigan Wolverines Nike Rise Flex Hat against a blue background.

The Michigan Wolverines aren’t far removed from a College Football Championship, and the proper Wolverines apparel just might get them back into the College Football Playoff. This Nike Rise Wolverines hat isn’t seeing a huge discount, but the sale price of $30 makes it a hat worth checking out this Father’s Day.

The hat is designed for all-day comfort and is meant to be worn even when there isn’t a game going on. It features a raised, embroidered Michigan logo, and Nike has focused on making a well constructed hat here. That includes reinforced stitching to help it stay blue and maintain its shape through years of wear.

Nike has also incorporated a stretch into the fabric, so it shouldn’t be difficult to nail down the right size. If you’re looking to get your Wolverines back to the top of the college football world, this Nike Rise hat is just the way to let the world know about it.

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