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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
About The Rookie
The Rookie is a card shop located in Clive, Iowa. The Rookie is a sports card and memorabilia shop in the Creekside Shopping Center that stocks the latest releases along with product from earlier years. Its best-known feature is an in-store bid board where collectors place bids on cards. Google reviewers frequently mention its eBay presence, how good it is for kids, and its product selection, singles and sports memorabilia. The Rookie is rated by the local collector community, earning 3.6 stars from 252 verified Google reviews. Whether you're searching for Pokémon singles, Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed hobby and TCG boxes, local card shops like The Rookie in Clive are the heart of the Iowa hobby community. Visit The Rookie online or stop by in person to browse current inventory and ask about special orders.
The Rookie at a glance
- Open 7 days a week · Open Saturdays (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) · Open Sundays (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM).
- The nearest other card shop is Stockpile Sports Cards and Memorabilia in Clive, 1.3 mi away.
- Carries: Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh, Sports cards, Trading cards.
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The Rookie reviews
Is The Rookie well reviewed?
The Rookie has a 3.6-star average from 252 Google reviews. Read the reviews on Google Maps →
Frequently asked questions about The Rookie
Where is The Rookie located?
The Rookie is located in Clive, Iowa at 9992 Swanson Blvd, Clive, IA 50325.
What should I expect at The Rookie?
The Rookie is a local card shop in Clive, Iowa. Expect a rotating inventory of singles, sealed wax, and graded cards, plus the kind of knowledgeable, personal service the hobby community relies on.
When is The Rookie open?
The Rookie's listed hours are: Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead if you're making a special trip.
What other card shops are near The Rookie?
The closest are Stockpile Sports Cards and Memorabilia in Clive (1.3 mi), Mayhem Collectibles Inc in Clive (1.9 mi), Card Vault in Urbandale (2.5 mi).
Card Shops near The Rookie
The closest other card shops to The Rookie, by distance:
Stockpile Sports Cards and Memorabilia
Mayhem Collectibles Inc
Card Vault
Cappel's Ace Hardware
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