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Scenes from the Show ... Before The National begins (and more)

Scenes from the Show ... Before The National begins (and more)

This entry was posted on August 3, 2016 by BlowoutBuzz.

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Update: This post started on Monday and its gallery is updating throughout the preview night on Wednesday. There will be new galleries to come beginning on Thursday.

The calm before the storm is here.

On-floor preparation for this year's National Sports Collectors Convention has begun inside the Atlantic City Convention center. What you see here is the view of what will become Booth No. 1220, the home of BlowoutCards.com for the show, which begins Wednesday evening and runs through Sunday evening.

But that's not the only early scene seen so far ...

Via @nsccshow: You know you're at the National when these are your room keys.

One highlight so far at some venues? The room keys as you can see above. They have a collectable twist and something says that these will be ending up on eBay soon -- if they aren't already.

Just getting to the show is part of the show-going adventure, whether you're a dealer or a collector and you can see a few highlights (or mishaps) from those heading to New Jersey in our just-starting gallery below, which will update until the show begins. (Should your travel photo be seen here? Tag @BlowoutBuzz on Twitter and Buzz will add it ... if it's tasteful, err, worthy.)

: Via @saralayton09: Baxter pooped in the TSA line and we ended up getting fast tracked. Maybe that’s the trick to get through. #NSCC16

: Via @blowoutcards: The sign has been hung!

: Via @RbiCru: Long day of driving 4 the crew leaving us 5 hours away from #atlanticcity for @nsccshow

: Via @blowoutcards: You will need a voucher to get @PaniniAmerica silver packs. We have them available for participating purchases.

: Via @rideoutscards: On the road to @nsccshow with @NeuhartCards! Ready to do some work!

: Via @slmsolo: Last year’s VIP #Panini Party was 1-year ago! Hopefully I can pull it off again this year.

: Via @nsccshow: “Honey we’re home” (for this week). Who else is here?

: Via @cardgrader: Going to be a big busy show this year! Excited to be there w/ a booming market. See you on the “Boardwalk!”

: Via @blowoutcards: @edmovieman We got ya covered @nsccshow @toppscards on sale Wednesday booth 1220

: The VIP party pass …

: Via @blowoutcards: @UpperDeckSports booth construction underway be sure to check us out for your UPPER DECK needs @blowoutcards 1220

: Via @JaspysHobbyland: Nick is proud to rep the greatest kicker in CFB history! #WhoDoYouCollect #NSCC16

: Via @blowoutcards: We’ve got @NHL cards ready for you @nsccshow @blowoutcards booth 1220 .

: Via @blowoutcards: @PaniniAmerica products 1st to be packed out these will be our best sellers @NSCC booth 1220 #silverpacks

: Via @Saralayton09: Ready to work! @nsccshow @RichLayton42 @r90sportscards @FunnerHere @BreakingBradLSC

: Via @Bcards4acause: Brady wanted to be the first to donate!!! @nsccshow @UpperDeckSports #NSCC16 #cards4acause

: Via @paniniamerica: We are here! Set-up has begun for the @nsccshow #NSCC16

: Via @WatchTheBreaks: Guess where I’m heading?!? #Collect #NSCC16

: Via @r90sportscards: Here and ready to load in!

: Via: @nsccshow Mornings start early the rest of the week… See you soon #HomeAwayFromHome #NSCC16

: Via @HOFcardsforsale: Few nice cards I saw today during early setup #NSCC

: Via @TRISTAR1: Excited for the #NSCC16? Can’t believe it starts TOMORROW! Excited to see everyone at the #TRISTARAutographPavilion!

: Via @RichLayton42: BV about to eat some lobster in Cape May. #NSCC16 #LSC

: Via @JunkWaxTwins: Headed to @PSAcard this #NSCC16? #Grading

: Via @blowoutcards: @PaniniAmerica booth under construction

: Via @FunnerHere: Hello, Atlantic City! @nsccshow #LSCFAM

: Via @d_shizzle22: Who’s ready??? #NSCC16

: Via @stalegum: Day #1 at the #NSCC16. This is what I’m wearing, a @FightOwensFight shirt. Say hi!

: Via @BidAmiAuctions: #nscc16 @BidAmiAuctions booth 524 opens today $$buying #baberuth

: Via @tsppres: #NSCC16 starts today. Best week in collecting. See you at the #TRISTAR @TRISTAR1 autograph pavilion. @EmmittSmith22

: Via @blowoutcards: Get LUCKY @blowoutcards exclusive @nsccshow @HistoricAutos Lucky Luciano card avail while supplies last booth 1220

: Via @cardgrader: The FREE Guide to Card Grading is here at the show! Stop by the @beckett_grading booth and grab a copy. #NSCC16

: Via @KTAuthentics: Almost ready, will be live soon from the National in New Jersey

: Via @BrettsCards: Today’s the day. #NSCC16

: Via @thelootlocker: Here is where I will be all week. Booth #1437. Come see me and bring a Loot Locker box with you!!

: Via @blowoutcards: @beckettmedia exclusive cards avail booth #1220 Simmons/Wentz

: Via @PeteIncaviglia: Someone please come buy Biggie at the @nsccshow. I can’t have him mad dogging me all show!

: An opening scene …

: Set-up is complete but preparation continues …

: Set-up is complete but preparation continues …

: Set-up is complete but preparation continues … for everyone.

: NASCAR and Dale Jr. on the scene …

: Via @JaspysHobbyland: Join Jaspy’s, @NastyBreaks and @RipCityCards at #NSCC16 and snap a pic with #CryingJordan!

: The hours, of course …

: Via @MemoryLaneInc: Are you at #NSCC16? Stop by Booth133 to see once in a lifetime sports #memorabilia and take a 📸.

: Via @CardsComicsLego: Lego lego lego! Booth #1812 is filled to the max with sets, minifigs, and more!

: Via @ToppsDigital: We’re at the National Sports Collectors Convention! Stop by booth 1640 to see us and @toppscards! #NSCC16

: Via @ESPNMintCondit: Ironic badge since I’m from Pittsburgh #nscc16

: 50 people will go home with something sweet — and free — from Blowout.

: 50 people will go home with something sweet — and free — from Blowout.

: 50 people will go home with something sweet — and free — from Blowout.

: 50 people will go home with something sweet — and free — from Blowout.

: Via @PaniniAuthentic: The @PaniniAuthentic & @PaniniAmerica booth is coming together! Be sure and visit us.

: Via @blowoutcards: 1st box of the day yields a beauty 1/3

: Via @blowoutcards: Are you ready for battle? Let us help ! Booth 1220

: Via @Blowoutcards: @MRBenchwarmer the promos have arrived! Benchwarmer collectors stop by for details @nsccshow Booth 1220

: Via @Blowoutcards: @decision16cards @nsccshow redemption cards avail booth #1220 free card with purchase

: You’ll need one of these …

: Via @toppscards: Who is attending the #NSCC this week? Stop by the Topps booth #1640 for a ton

: Via @PaniniAmerica: .@KDTrey5’s first @warriors autograph, available this week at the 2016 @nsccshow.

: Via @TRISTAR1: The #NSCC16 has officially started! Hockey Hall of Famer Eddie Giacomin signing right now at the NSCC VIP Party.

: Via @TRISTAR1 HUUUGE lines for all four of the #NSCC16 VIP signers. This is going to be an AMAZING week! #TRISTARAutographPavilion

: Via @PristineAuction: Come see the @TheKenStabler collection now on display – Auction is live PRISTINEauction.com

: Via @Shake4ndBake: Just got my pass had to get Zeke! #NSCC16

: Via @Bcards4acause #cards4acause #NSCC16

: Via @UpperDeckSports: Collectors are appreciating UD’s new layout for redemptions where you can break in comfort at the @nsccshow! #NSCC16

: Via @UpperDeckSports: Would a company donate space at the @nsccshow so @Bcards4acause could help his sick friends? This company did.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: Via @UpperDeckSports: They got 2 Connor McDavid’s from their UD Black cases, then scored 2 more autos in our @#NSCC16 redemption promo.

: Via @TRISTAR1: At the #NSCC16 ? Go to the TRISTAR Photo Booth & get a picture with your favorite athlete! #TRISTARAutographPavilion

: Via @MLBPAClubhouse: Team landed in #AtlanticCity for #NSCC16 We will be sharing via @periscopeco @instagram @Snapchat & @facebook

: Via @toppscards: The #Topps Wrapper Redemption line is already long! Stop by booth 1640 to redeem your packs! @nsccshow

: Via @cardgrader: Was given an @eBay baseball. I feel like I should get it signed by someone. Or just draw all over it. #NSCC16

: Via @toppscards: Just pulled at the #Topps @nsccshow Wrapper Redemption: Bowman Chrome Hank Aaron Refractor Auto 1/1!!

: Via @UpperDeckSports: Reminder @nsccshow fans, UD’s Random Acts of Kindness envelopes will be hidden throughout the #NSCC16 show on Friday

: Via @georgenadeau: We’re here at #nscc16! Visit me @Cryptozoic tables in @GTSDistribution Lounge

: Via @paniniamerica: Up & running here at the booth #NSCC16 is underway!

: Via @inc_ty: Pretty pleased with the Panini silver packs! #NSCC16

: Via @MRBenchwarmer: New Political Gem #TimKaine #TimKaineSoNice available with Case Purchase @nsccshow #Thehobby #Collect #NSCC16

: @MRBenchwarmer New Political Gem #MikePence #TrumpPence2016 with Case Purchase @nsccshow #Thehobby

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: From the Topps booth where you can make your own card.

: Via @UpperDeckSports: Huge crowd at the UD Booth for our free raffle today at the @nsccshow! Great to give back to fans who made the trip!

: Via @PristineAuction: We have our first raffle winner! Tons of other giveaways coming up over the next few days! #nscc16

: Baseball Card Roadshows has the cash to buy.

: Baseball Card Roadshows has the cash to buy.

: Baseball Card Roadshows has the cash to buy.

: Via @hatman15: The “Holy Grail” of trading cards… #honuswagner #thenational @natsportsshow @ The National

Show inventory has arrived @nsccshow Booth 1220 pic.twitter.com/rXkXLXT7Oy
— BLOWOUTCARDS (@blowoutcards) August 1, 2016

Want even more? Buzz will have more preview pieces between now and Wednesday but you can click here to see all of our past pieces previously revealing nuggets of news for the show.

Future sites
Oh, and where is the show in future years? Here's a rundown so you can make plans for your next adventure.
2017: Chicago (July 26-30)
2018: Cleveland
2019: Chicago

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This entry was posted in Fun with collecting, The National and tagged National Sports Collectors Convention, NSCC, The National on August 3, 2016 by BlowoutBuzz. ← Previous Post Next Post →

9 thoughts on “Scenes from the Show ... Before The National begins (and more)”

National Sports Collectors Convention — the catch-all post – BlowoutBuzz.com August 2, 2016 at 6:51 am
[…] Scenes from the Show … Before The National begins in Atlantic City […]
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Scenes from the Show … The National Day 2 (ongoing gallery) – BlowoutBuzz.com August 4, 2016 at 4:51 am
[…] All of the on-floor preparation for this year’s National Sports Collectors Convention is over inside the Atlantic City Convention center and the preview night has come and gone. […]
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Scenes from the Show … The National Day 3 (ongoing gallery) – BlowoutBuzz.com August 5, 2016 at 4:45 am
[…] Sports Collectors Convention is over inside the Atlantic City Convention center and the preview night has come and gone, […]
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Scenes from the Show … The National Day 4 (ongoing gallery) – BlowoutBuzz.com August 6, 2016 at 4:27 am
[…] Today should be the busiest day of this year’s National Sports Collectors Convention inside the Atlantic City Convention center after a pair of busy days you can see in a gallery here and also in a gallery here. (Oh and there was plenty of prep and a preview night that you can see here, too.) […]
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Scenes from the Show … The National Day 5 (ongoing gallery) – BlowoutBuzz.com August 7, 2016 at 5:12 am
[…] Today is the final day of this year’s National Sports Collectors Convention inside the Atlantic City Convention center after some busy days you can see in a gallery here, can see in a gallery here and also can see in a gallery here. (Oh and there was plenty of prep and a preview night that you can see here, too.) […]
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[…] Sports Collectors Convention is over inside the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and the preview night (gallery) has come and gone, […]
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Scenes from the Show … The National Day 3 (ongoing gallery) – BlowoutBuzz.com July 28, 2017 at 5:46 am
[…] on inside the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center as Day 2 (massive gallery here) as well as the preview night (gallery here) have come and […]
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Scenes from the Show … The National Day 4 (ongoing gallery) – BlowoutBuzz.com July 29, 2017 at 6:18 am
[…] as we hit the weekend. Day 3 (massive gallery here), Day 2 (massive gallery here) as well as the preview night (gallery here) have come and gone but today should be a […]
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[…] and the Panini VIP Party, Day 3 (massive gallery here), Day 2 (massive gallery here) as well as the preview night (gallery […]
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