Custom basketball jerseys: fabric, print and ordering guide
A white and purple basketball jersey is a good place to start this guide, because it shows what most custom basketball jerseys come down to: a light mesh fabric, a clean base colour, and names and numbers that read from the far end of the court. Below we go through the fabric we use, how the jersey is built, how it is printed, and what to settle before a team order goes into production.
Fabric for custom basketball jerseys
Our basketball jerseys are cut from 100% polyester sports mesh at about 160 GSM. The open mesh lets air through on a fast break, and the polyester dries quickly between quarters. It has a moderate athletic stretch and a soft matte finish, so it doesn't look shiny under sports hall lights.
The same fabric works indoors and outdoors. For youth teams we use a slightly lighter 140 to 160 GSM polyester, which suits smaller players and long sleeve shooting shirts.
The white and purple jersey, piece by piece
The white purple basketball jersey has a white mesh body, purple lettering and numbers, and purple contrast trim on the neck and armholes. The player name and number panels are left ready for your squad list.
It has a classic round neck with reinforced collar stitching and double-needle seams, which hold up to a full season of games and washes. The athletic fit leaves room through the shoulders for shooting without being baggy.
Printing: sublimation first
We design these jerseys for full sublimation. The dye goes into the polyester, so colours stay bright, there is no layer to crack or peel, and the jersey weighs the same as before printing. That is why side panels, fades and patterns cost nothing extra to add.
Heat transfer or screen printing can be added for a sponsor logo or a late name change. For the main design, sublimation is the one we recommend.
What to send us with your order
- Team colours. Pantone references or a photo of your current kit.
- Logo and font. Vector files, plus the font you want for names and numbers.
- Squad list. Names, numbers and sizes per player.
- Home and away. Tell us if you want both, so we can match the layouts.
If the number can't be read from the bench, the design needs another look. From the print room
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Colour options and youth sizes
Any colourway can be printed. Teams often pair a light home jersey with a dark away one in the same layout, such as the white blue basketball jersey or the black one with pink and blue accents below.
Youth teams get their own pattern rather than a shrunk adult size. The youth red navy fade pinstripe long sleeve jersey shows the cut, with navy side panels and cuffs.
Mesh, interlock or long sleeve
| Option | Fabric | Feel | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesh jersey | Polyester mesh, about 160 GSM | Open, very airy | Match play, hot halls |
| Interlock jersey | Smooth polyester interlock | Closer knit, sharper print | Detailed sublimated designs |
| Long sleeve shooting shirt | Polyester, 140-160 GSM | Light, covers the arms | Warm-ups, youth teams |
How a basketball jersey order runs
- Send colours, logo and squad list
Choose a jersey style, then send your colours, logo, font and the names, numbers and sizes.
- Approve the mock-up
We send a mock-up with the front, back, numbers and trims. Changes are made here, before printing.
- Production and shipping
Production takes 12 to 18 days after you approve the mock-up. Prices are FOB Sialkot, with delivered quotes on request.
Checklist before you order custom basketball jerseys
- I have chosen a base colour and know how it will look after a season.
- Home and away kits use the same layout, if we need both.
- The longest player name and the number font are on the artwork.
- Sizes are collected, with youth players on the youth chart.
- Logo files are vector and colours are Pantone references.
- I know which price tier my quantity falls in.
Questions buyers ask
What fabric is the basketball jersey made from?
100% polyester sports mesh at about 160 GSM, with quick-dry properties and a soft matte finish.
Can you print player names and numbers?
Yes. Names and numbers are sublimated with the rest of the design, so they won't crack or peel. Send a list per player.
What is the minimum order?
Adult jerseys start in a 1 to 50 piece tier, so small squads are fine. Youth jerseys start at 10 pieces.
Can we change the colours?
Yes. Any colourway can be printed, and we can match a home and away pair in the same layout.
Do you make private label jerseys?
Yes. We produce for teams, distributors and sportswear brands, with your own labels and branding.
Want ideas for the side panels? See our post on basketball uniform side panel designs, then send New You Sports your colours and squad list for a mock-up.
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