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.”
Game-style stats: HP and damage
Want stats that read like a trading card game instead of a box score? The TCG style swaps the stat line for HP, an element, and two abilities with damage numbers. See how to pick HP, attack name ideas, and custom TCG cards.
Put the stats on a real card.
Build a custom sports card or a pet card — free to design, from $29.99.
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 $29.99 and a 10-card Card Pack is $49.99. Designing is free — you pay only if you love it.