Guide · Trading card stat ideas
Trading card stat ideas (by sport, pet & more)
The stats that make a card feel official — plus what to write when you don't track numbers.
The short answer
Put three to five stats on a card that fit the subject — like goals and assists for soccer, points and rebounds for basketball, or naps-per-day for a pet.If you don't track numbers, use a season highlight, a fun rating, or a career line instead. Idea lists by category are below.
Stat ideas by category
Soccer
- Goals & assists
- Games played
- Clean sheets (keepers)
- Position & preferred foot
- Season MVP moment
Football
- Touchdowns
- Tackles / sacks
- Yards (rushing or receiving)
- Position & jersey number
- Best play of the season
Baseball & softball
- Batting average
- Home runs & RBIs
- Stolen bases
- Position
- Strikeouts (pitchers)
Basketball
- Points per game
- Rebounds & assists
- Steals & blocks
- Position
- Buzzer-beater of the year
Pets
- Naps per day
- Fetch record
- Treats accepted / declined
- Rookie year (adoption)
- Signature move
Funny / anyone
- Coffees per day
- Group-chat reply speed
- Karaoke rating
- Years of experience
- Undisputed title held
No stats? No problem.
Use a highlight instead
“Scored the game-winner in the final” beats a blank stat line.
Rate on a fun scale
Hustle 10/10, snack game 11/10 — playful ratings work great.
List superlatives
Team's fastest, loudest cheer, best celebration.
Add a career line
“Rookie season, 2026” or “5 years and counting.”
Put the stats on a real card.
Build a custom sports card or a pet card — free to design, from $25.
Frequently asked questions
What stats should I put on a trading card?+
Pick a few that fit the subject: goals and assists for soccer, points and rebounds for basketball, batting average and RBIs for baseball, or fun ones like naps-per-day for pets. Three to five stats is plenty — see the lists above by category.
What if I don't track stats?+
You don't need real numbers. Use a season highlight, a fun rating (hustle 10/10), a superlative (team's fastest), or a career line like 'Rookie season, 2026.' A good highlight beats an empty stat box.
How many stats fit on a card?+
Three to five is the sweet spot — enough to feel like a real card without crowding it. You'll see it in the live preview before ordering.
Where do the stats go?+
Stats can go on the front near the details or on the back with your message. Cardbop's templates give you a spot for both; you preview it live.
How much does a card cost?+
A single Display Card is $25 and a 10-card Card Pack is $50. Designing is free — you pay only if you love it.