Budget-savvy Athlete Gifts

"The swim team is really feeling those school budget cuts."

When they said that current economic problems may need to a need for more self-reliance I think they were talking about DIY...

Tennis.

'You never see one that says save some income.'

'I asked my doc for a diet plan and it works great - thanks to his usurious bills, I can't afford a car or taxis and that's why I'm losing weight by walking!'

'It says take all your medication,if you can afford it.'

"Classic ballcap $79.95. White, black, red or blue. Adjustable. One size fits all."

'This is what telemedicine looks like for a small practice like ours.'

'Was I wrong in thinking that diamonds are a girl's best friend?'

"I told you that a £50 facelift was a bad idea!"

'I know the club is broke, but this is going too far.'

'Well, Mom - it's about that time when you drive us to school again...'

"Winning isn't everything, junior. Making money from product endorsement deals is important too."

"Shh, too much racket."

"This is of course a totally fake fur coat and ten thousand dollars is a lot of money, but quality and political correctness cost!"

'It's not as convenient, but bagged water is half the price of bottled.'

'I used to play football for the love of the game. But now, in the pros, it's all just one big business.'

'I have to use it... it's not paid for yet.'

"Just look for something in my price range."

'Our offense needs some kind of spark off the bench. Get me some more cash.'

"I could only find a short stay conference zone so we are going to have to keep this meeting brief. Our budget is too tight to take any more parking fines this quarter!"

"We changed its name after the budget cuts were announced."

'Does that bill seem high to you?'

"The new minimum wage has had a big impact on the cost of providing social care..."

"I could have bought the steaks you asked for...but then I remembered the kids will be starting college in only 7 or 8 years!"

I can feel the effects of these workouts already - my wallet's gotten a lot lighter.

"Baldo, you need to set a budget for yourself."

'Wow! This is an expensive golf course...a free drop costs ten bucks!'

Budget Toupee

"I'll go shop around for a doctor."

Locker Tax.

'After six months of health club membership, extra aerobic classes, and exercise videos, I've lost five pounds and my entire life savings.'

'Sure, I know diamonds are a girl's best friend. But couldn't cubic zirconia be a really acquaintance?'