Hop 73 / 73 Pokemon Card from Champion's Path Set
Hop is a Supporter Trainer card from the Champion's Path set in the Sword & Shield series. It was illustrated by Naoki Saito and is classified as a Rare Ultra…
- Set: Champion's Path
- Number: 73/73
- Rarity: Rare Ultra
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About the Hop Trainer Card
Hop is a Supporter Trainer card from the Champion's Path set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 73/73 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Champion's Path set was released on September 25, 2020.
Hop Trainer Card Details
Card name: Hop
Card number: 73/73
Set: Champion's Path
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Card type: Trainer (Supporter)
Artist: Naoki Saito
Release date: September 25, 2020
Why Collect the Hop Trainer Card?
Hop sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Champion's Path set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Hop Trainer Card
Hop was illustrated by Naoki Saito.
For Rare Ultra cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Hop Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Hop is about
For context, the Champion's Path set has a median card value near $0.29 and an average near $7.03, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +16% over the last 7 days and +9% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Champion's Path set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Hop Trainer Card
Whether Hop is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 2,966 copies of this card, of which 1,745 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 58.8%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Hop Trainer Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Hop are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 2,966 copies to date.
Other Printings of Hop
Hop appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Crown Zenith 133 (around $0.36), Sword & Shield 165 (around $0.34) and Champion's Path 53 (around $0.17).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Hop Trainer Card
The Hop trainer card is a Rare Ultra card from the Champion's Path set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Hop card from?
Hop is from the Champion's Path set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 73/73 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Hop card?
Hop is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Hop 73/73 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
Is the Hop card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 2,966 copies so far, with about 58.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Hop?
PSA has graded 2,966 copies, of which 1,745 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 58.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Hop card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Hop are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Champion's Path set released?
The Champion's Path set was released on September 25, 2020.
Are there other printings of Hop?
Yes. Hop appears on 3 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.