Sports Clips

It was time yet again to take care of my bi-​monthly ritual known as a haircut. I usually go to chains as I’m not that particular about my haircut. Having heard a fellow gym member talking about the Sports Clips chain got me thinking to why not give them a try.
Located right across from the Largo mall and next to Jersey Mike’s subs, this location is relatively easy to find. I went on a Tuesday and there was just one person ahead of me which was great. I put my name and phone number down on the sign-​in sheet and then waited. Within 10 minutes, a stylist was ready for me and she introduced herself with a handshake which was kinda nice but odd for a haircut place. I quickly learned that since it was my first time at Sports Clip, I get a free shampoo and a scalp massage which got me super-​excited!
After sitting down at THE chair, I told the hairstylist to cut my hair short but not so short that it spikes up and shows skin… and that’s when the fun began! The first thing she took out was the buzzer and she went all lawn mower on my head. It was almost painful and a little unnerving to feel the speed that the buzzer was buzzing around (pun intended) on my head. I really wanted to tell her that since there was nobody else waiting in line behind me, she should take it easy and take her time. In about 10 minutes she was done and sure enough my hair was spiky as a hedgehog. Nonetheless, I kept telling myself that it was okay since my hair will grow out in a couple of weeks anyways. I was then taken to the back for my shampoo and scalp massage. This was the best thing of the whole haircut experience. Although it lasted for barely 5 minutes, I was whisked away to a wonderful land of minty shampoo smell and a heavenly scalp massage.
I might try this Sports Clips location again but next time get a different hair stylist. Also, I thought that $ 25+tip for a haircut and shampoo was a little steep for a big national chain. If I could I would give this place a 3.5 stars but I’m going to caution on the lower side for now.

I can honestly say that I’ve never had a bad haircut at any of the Sportclips that I’ve been to. This «newer» Sportclips is no exception.
The location is in a small new Strip mall on the West side of Seminole Blvd, just South of Ulmerton Rd. across from the Largo mall. Other tenants here are Tijuana Flats, First Watch, and Jersey Mikes.
The Stylists here are all very nice looking, (not that it matters, but doesn’t hurt either), professional stylists. I ask for Amanda, and she does a great job.
Hours are:
M-​F 10am-​8pm
Saturday: 9am-​6pm
Sunday: 11am-​5pm
Costs start at $ 17.00