Fueled by Passion. Backed by Experience. Defined by Trust & Integrity
If you answered “yes” to any of these…
Congratulations—you’re officially a rookie sports card collector!
And YES, you’re in the right place!
Welcome to ANJ Sports Cards!
Our mission is to inspire and support new collectors by providing expert guidance, proven strategies, and a vibrant community, making sports card collecting both exciting and rewarding.
Introduction
What began as a childhood hobby in the 1980s has become a cross-generational venture.
Rediscovering my old collection reignited a passion—and opened the door to build something meaningful with my son.
I bring decades of sales and marketing experience; Jake brings digital savvy and entrepreneurial drive. Together, we’re creating something unique in the sports card world.
His influence continues to grow, connecting with collectors, flipping with purpose, and fueling real momentum.
We’re not just building a collection—we’re building a brand rooted in family, connections, and love for the game.
And we’re excited to share that journey with card collectors across the country.
Our Card Story
“Junk-Wax Era”
Like so many, my journey as a sports card collector began in the early 1980s, a time when collecting was driven by pure passion—opening wax packs, trading with friends, and chasing the thrill of discovering hidden gems.
The best part of collecting, though, wasn’t just the thrill of the hunt—it was the joy of carefully sliding each card into those 9-pocket plastic sheets, page by page, building out binders filled with my favorite players.
Growing Up
There was something magical about filling 9-card pages with legends like Mattingly, Jordan, Griffey Jr., Ripken Jr., Aikman, and Emmitt. Each card told a story—each binder, a time capsule of my childhood.
My most treasured card?
The 1984 Donruss Don Mattingly rookie—a Christmas gift from my parents and still one of the most meaningful I’ve ever received.
That single card sparked a lifelong passion for collecting and still represents everything I love about the hobby: nostalgia, connection, and pure joy.
Priorities
Like many collectors, life, family and career eventually took priority and collecting cards became secondary.
Although I would buy and open a few packs each year, my original collection sat dormant for years—until COVID-19.
For millions of “old-school” collectors, the pandemic offered a rare window to dust it off. It provided the time and focus to reconnect with the hobby I once loved.
A New Generation
What started as a way to reconnect with my old collection quickly became something more.
We built a shared passion—father and son—rooted in sports, strategy, and a digital edge.
Jake dove in, learning to research, evaluate, and connect with collectors worldwide.
I brought my business experience to help him build a solid foundation—teaching him how to structure operations, spot trends, and shape a purpose-driven brand.
Today, he’s a trusted voice in the hobby, blending business smarts with digital fluency to help inspire the next generation of collectors.
Beyond Just Collecting
Jake connects monthly with collectors, hobby veterans, and industry insiders—building a loyal following through live sales, trades, and brand collabs.
His strategic approach to buying, selling, and reinvesting has turned his collection into a respected, profitable venture.
While excelling in school and sports, he still makes time for major shows and events—growing his network and deepening his knowledge.
Blending generational passion with entrepreneurial drive, Jake is turning a hobby into something truly meaningful.
40 Years Later and Just Getting Started!
It’s been an incredible journey—transforming a legacy hobby through a new generation and merging old-school knowledge with next-gen digital savvy.
Watching Jake apply modern tools to a decades-old passion has been both inspiring and a natural continuation of what I began over 40 years ago.
The future is bright, and I’m eager to see how far we can grow together, as a father and son team, with the support of my wife and our family.
Card Expert Bios
Rob - Chief Card Enthusiast
ANJ Sports Cards
As the Co-founder of ANJ Sports Cards, along with my son, Jake, I bring decades of experience in executive-level sales, marketing, and brand-building into the world of modern collecting—fusing nostalgia with strategy.
Driven by both market insight and generational storytelling, Jake and I launched ANJ Sports Cards to educate and empower a new wave of collectors.
Whether it’s grading vintage gems, identifying breakout prospects, or curating high-valued players, we lead with integrity, curiosity, and a deep respect for the hobby.
Jake - Chief Card Flipper
ANJ Sports Cards
At just 16, Jake has built a national network of high-end clients and resellers—from Dallas to Beverly Hills, New York to Miami.
As ANJ Sports Cards’ Chief Card Flipper, he’s known for spotting undervalued cards, making smart flips, and adding value for top collectors and dealers.
Jake specializes in autographed football cards and especially short prints, variations, parallels, and low-numbered gems.
He’s a regular at major shows like The National in Cleveland and Chicago, where he buys, sells, and reinvests with relentless hustle.
A true digital native and collector at heart, Jake is already helping shape the future of the hobby.
Supporting Rookie Collectors,
One Card at a Time!
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