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The Biggest Card Event in the World?! 🤯🃏
Why is The National Sports Collectors Convention the most important event in the hobby right now?
In this episode of Collector Nation, Ryan Alford sits down with Shane Winn to break down how The National evolved from a card show into a global collectibles experience.
We’re talking:
📈 Record-breaking attendance
🏪 Massive dealer expansion
🎉 5 days of nonstop hobby action
And with the rise of Pokémon and TCG, a whole new generation is entering the space.
Key insights:
🃏 Why The National is the hobby’s biggest stage
📊 Growth, demand, and expansion into 2026
🎮 Pokémon & TCG bringing in new collectors
🤝 Trade nights, VIP events, and community vibes
🏆 Big brands like eBay and Topps shaping the experience
This isn’t just a card show anymore…
It’s the center of the collecting universe.
👇 Have you ever been to The National?
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How long is this video?
51 seconds.
