{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"NewsArticle","contentId":"0000018a-47b2-d34c-abae-6fb3e1da0002","url":"https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/amazon-prime/angel-reese-back-to-school","headline":"A college basketball star shares her top 7 back-to-school essentials from Amazon","description":"Louisiana State University women’s basketball forward Angel Reese reveals her must-have products to power through the school year—and how Prime Young Adult can help.","datePublished":"2023-08-30T20:30:28.883Z","dateModified":"2023-08-30T20:30:28.883Z","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Angel Reese, Student, Louisiana State University"}],"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/046ae53/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1620x1080+150+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F15%2F4f%2F0749774241998a9d976982164103%2Frevise-2.jpg","width":"300","height":"200"},"articleBody":"![A collage of images. On the left: Angel Reese poses outside. On the top right: a pair of air pods. On the bottom right: an iPad with a light pink protective cover.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/046ae53/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1620x1080+150+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F15%2F4f%2F0749774241998a9d976982164103%2Frevise-2.jpg)\n\n# A college basketball star shares her top 7 back-to-school essentials from Amazon\n\n*Louisiana State University women’s basketball forward Angel Reese reveals her must-have products to power through the school year—and how Prime Young Adult can help. *\n\nAs the summer quickly comes to an end, I’m so excited to be heading into my senior year! A new school year is a fresh start, and Amazon is my go-to place to pick up everything I need for a successful semester. And for those who don’t know—Amazon offers a Prime membership for college students. With [Prime Young Adult](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-for-young-adults), you get all the same benefits of Prime—that's all of the savings, convenience, and entertainment in a single membership—at only 50% of the price! Now that’s a slam dunk!\n\nNeed a little help putting your college shopping list together? I’ve got you like I’ve got the next three-pointer. Check out a few of my absolute must-haves that might help—including a few unexpected-but-extremely-handy items, like skincare and portable chargers.\n\nHere are some of my top essentials for college students.\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/10a2627/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F65%2F01%2F6e04186442c58b3dc76260bfb2eb%2Ftravelpillow-inline.jpg)\n\nBetween all the traveling during the season and studying for school, I try to get my rest whenever I can. This travel pillow has been a lifesaver to help catch some sleep on the go.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/Travel-Airplane-Support-Adjustable-Recliner/dp/B09L8G4F1Y/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2D3468D59OMIS&keywords=pink+travel+pillow&qid=1692032138&sprefix=pink+travel+%2Caps%2C694&sr=8-4)\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/311cd65/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fc1%2F64%2F4876ee6d4b2ea67f969f2e6f5063%2Fsheetmasks-inline-2.jpg)\n\nTaking care of my skin is a huge priority for me. Having a schedule full of late-night studying, traveling, and basketball makes it so important to take time for self-care. I love to pair a sheet mask with my Calm app to unwind after a long day. Pro tip: Prime Young Adult members get exclusive savings on a [Calm Premium](https://www.amazon.com/prime/offer/Calm/student-discount?%20ref=std_o_ss) subscription, you can de-stress from your last exam or a game that ends in a nail-biting buzzer-beater.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797V8QZP?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_N78GXZTJ0KWQ6PX0FMPH)\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/60ca5c5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F0f%2Fcb%2Fb7dbc3cb4c4fa453cefa48f4cb07%2Ftumbler-inline.jpg)\n\nHydration is key for me, and a good water bottle helps me stay on top of it. This insulated mug keeps me motivated to drink water all day long, and the sleek design even fits in my car’s cup holder.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQNBND5Y/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&aaxitk=13151aee2551ccc9967acab19837c2ec&content-id=amzn1.sym.cd95889f-432f-43a7-8ec8-833616493f4a%3Aamzn1.sym.cd95889f-432f-43a7-8ec8-833616493f4a&hsa_cr_id=0&pd_rd_plhdr=t&pd_rd_r=97c2165a-401a-4378-82ad-ac850e5870e7&pd_rd_w=c1RNk&pd_rd_wg=hsdOY&qid=1692032492&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_mcd_asin_1_img&sr=1-2-9e67e56a-6f64-441f-a281-df67fc737124)\n\n![Image from the perspective of riding a mule through the Grand Canyon with several mules in front carry packages.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/76f52d5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1686x1124+157+0/resize/300x200!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2Fda%2F73%2F7f647bb848a7a53aaf7ed4f07c56%2Fhero-002-amazon-gc-23-copya.JPG)\n\n- [Watch how Amazon delivers to customers at the bottom of the Grand Canyon](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/how-amazon-delivers-to-customers-at-the-bottom-of-the-grand-canyon)\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/d33a0c6/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F3d%2F65%2F1f1f8b2d467c83e3dbba2600e8a1%2Ftabletprotector-inline.jpg)\n\nThis tablet protector is a must for keeping my tablet cute and protected. I love the prop-up stand that helps me watch my favorite shows with [Prime Video](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/what-you-need-to-know-about-prime-video) on the go.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/iMieet-Generation-Pencil-Silicone-Protection/dp/B09ND94MSY/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=V3FMO15I9OHR&keywords=pink%2Bipad%2Bcase&qid=1692032636&sprefix=pink%2Bipad%2Bcase%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1)\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/545407c/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F01%2F37%2Fa91c13de49099fe38f0c016109ef%2Fportablecharger-inline.jpg)\n\nA portable charger is a must for busy days when I’m running around campus and need a charge between practice and class. I never leave the house without a portable charger. This one is small enough to fit in any purse, which is a huge plus.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Charger-5200mAh-Charging-Compatible/dp/B0BTM9ZYKT/ref=sr_1_32?crid=2MX5MP2B2PL39&keywords=college+must+haves+for+girls&qid=1692032850&sprefix=college+must+hav%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-32)\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/1ab8f03/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F5b%2F9c%2Fd25ffe9341eeb8f5a5ddca9631a0%2Fplanner-inline.jpg)\n\nOrganization is key to staying on track during the school year. Using a weekly planner is my hack to keep on schedule. Student-athlete life is no joke, and this is a great tool to keep my life organized.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/Weekly-Planner-Pad-Schedule-Calendar/dp/B07PXLZX4Y/ref=sr_1_51?crid=2MX5MP2B2PL39&keywords=college+must+haves+for+girls&qid=1692032919&sprefix=college+must+hav%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-51)\n\n![Angel Reese's must-have Amazon products.](https://assets.aboutamazon.com/dims4/default/67b90fe/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1600x900+0+0/resize/767x431!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fassets.aboutamazon.com%2F66%2F25%2Fb4e818df45e7ba2328b028a9be34%2Fearpods-inline-2.jpg)\n\nIt might just be me, but I love wired headphones! The Apple EarPods are easy and compact, which means I can listen to my favorite music at all times. Right now, I’m listening to anything and [everything Beyoncé](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/amazon-beyonce-renaissance-world-tour-merch), as I am getting ready to attend her concert! [Amazon Music](https://www.amazon.com/music/prime) is free with your Prime membership, and you can shuffle play all the music and listen to the largest catalog of top podcasts without ads.\n\n[Shop now](https://www.amazon.com/Apple-EarPods-Lightning-Connector-White/dp/B01M0GB8CC/ref=sr_1_3?crid=W6NTMKIHEWPT&keywords=iphone+headphones+wired&qid=1692033848&sprefix=iphone+headphines%2Caps%2C119&sr=8-3)\n\nLife can be crazy as a student athlete, but Prime’s fast, free delivery makes it so easy to get all my favorite things delivered right to campus, and make sure I am always equipped with everything I need. [Prime Young Adult](https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-for-young-adults) always has your back.","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"About Amazon","url":"https://www.aboutamazon.com","sameAs":["https://x.com/amazonnews","https://www.linkedin.com/company/amazon","https://www.instagram.com/amazonnews"],"logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https://assets.aboutamazon.com/bd/8f/88e7b0314cc2bd05b9de3155a0fe/amazon-news.svg"},"parentOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Amazon","url":"https://www.amazon.com","sameAs":["https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q3884","https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_(company)","https://x.com/Amazon"]}}}