Spring Cleaning for Your Sport-Season Hauler

Written By Tawni Pashulka

Get Your Ride Game-Ready: Spring Cleaning for Sports Season

Hockey bags out, baseball gloves in! Soccer cleats replacing skates. Spring is here, and that means it’s time to swap out the winter gear and freshen up your car for the next round of sports seasons.

If your vehicle looks like a snack graveyard—empty juice boxes, rogue granola bar wrappers, and an army of crushed goldfish crackers—it’s time for a reset. Let’s clear out the chaos and get your ride game-ready for a fresh start this season!

Step 1: Declutter the Evidence of Last Season

Start by opening every door (yes, even the trunk) and gathering up everything that doesn’t belong. Here’s what to look for:

  • Snack debris: Those crushed-up goldfish? Gone.

  • Mystery water bottles: If they’re still half-full, don’t sniff them—just toss or wash.

  • Gym socks & gear: If it’s been rolling around under the seats since January, it probably needs a wash.

  • Random winter leftovers: Gloves, hats, stray mittens—time to store them until next season.

Step 2: The Quick Clean

You don’t need a full detail job, just a simple refresh:

  • Shake out the floor mats (bonus points for vacuuming!)

  • Wipe down cup holders (because, let’s be real, they’re sticky)

  • Do a quick wipe of the dashboard and door handles

  • Air it out! Crack the windows and let some fresh air in

Step 3: Repack with Purpose

Now, let’s get set up for baseball, soccer, and all those springtime outdoor activities. Here’s what you’ll want to stash in the trunk:

  • Collapsible chairs for sideline seating

  • Umbrella because spring weather is unpredictable

  • Blanket for those chilly early-morning games

  • Extra socks & towels (because mud is inevitable)

  • Portable cooler to keep drinks and snacks fresh

  • Storage bin or bag for post-game gear (trust us, this keeps the mess contained!)

Step 4: Keep It (Mostly) Tidy

The key to keeping your car from turning into a mobile locker room? A simple system:

  • Snack bin: Keep a small container for granola bars, trail mix, and drinks so they don’t roll all over the place

  • Garbage bag: Even a small grocery bag tied to the back of a seat helps keep trash in check

  • Laundry bag: A small mesh bag in the trunk for muddy cleats and sweaty jerseys keeps them from contaminating everything else

Ready, Set, Spring!

With a clean and organized car, you’re ready to tackle the season ahead. No more scrambling for a folding chair or discovering a rogue hockey sock just as you pull into the baseball diamond. Just a fresh, functional space that makes game days (and everyday drives) a little easier.

Now go enjoy the season—mud, Gatorade spills, and all! 🚗⚾⚽

Tawni Pashulka