FOCO Steps Up to the Plate with 3D PZLZ Sports Toys

There’s a new entry into the field of sports collectibles this month as FOCO unveils PZLZ — a new 3D puzzle toy from the creators of BRXLZ construction sets.

Fans can build miniature, three-dimensional re-creations of their favorite team’s logos, mascots, and stadiums with PZLZ sets. Constructed using lightweight foamboard pieces that securely fit together, each set includes all materials necessary alongside detailed building instructions.

At launch, the first wave includes a pair of MLB logos —New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers — as well as mascots from the Boston Red Sox, Milwaukee Brewers, Houston Astros, and Chicago Cubs.

“For over three years, we have received overwhelmingly positive feedback regarding our BRXLZ line, but they are a challenge,” says Matthew Katz, licensing manager at FOCO. “The PZLZ line offers a similar experience to the BRXLZ product line, but are easier to construct and less time consuming, making it more accessible to the average fan.”

The launch collection is available now.

Related: Sports toys and collectibles are on fire this year! The category made our list of the top licensing trends to watch. Read more about this trend in “Licensing Explosion: From the Screen and Field to the Toy Aisles” from the March/April 2019 issue of the Toy Book.

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