7-on-7 and tackle football programs share a lot of apparel needs: parent gear, fan apparel, coach polos, travel hoodies, tournament shirts. They diverge on game-day shirts. 7-on-7 requires lightweight wicking tees for passing-only play in spring and summer heat. Tackle football typically uses heavier cotton practice shirts under pads. This guide breaks down the differences so a program running both knows what to stock.
| Detail | 7-on-7 | Tackle |
|---|---|---|
| Game shirt | Wicking tee or sublimated jersey | Pads under shoulder-and-rib protection (no shirt visible) |
| Practice shirt | Wicking tee with number | Cotton tee or wicking tee under pads |
| Weather | Spring and summer heat | Fall, fall-winter cold and rain |
| Wear duration | Multiple games per day in tournaments | 2-3 hour practices, weekly games |
For tackle football game day, your team store apparel is fan and family gear, not player game wear. Tackle players wear school-issued uniforms over pads.
If your school runs both 7-on-7 in spring and tackle in fall, the same team store URL handles both seasons. Just add seasonal products as needed.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.One team URL, multiple seasons. Wicking tees in spring, hoodies in fall, parent gear year-round.
Start FreeYes. One store, multiple seasons. Add and remove products by season.
Wicking is polyester, moisture-wicking, lightweight. Cotton is heavier, soaks sweat, traditional practice fabric.
Some programs use wicking under pads, others use cotton. Personal preference and school tradition.
Yes if you want to. Most schools use the same program identity across both seasons.
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