Champion Logo Apparel: Printing Placement for Tees, Hoodies, and Crewnecks

June 22, 2026 6 min read By Cameron Wells

Quick Answer

Champion tees, crewnecks, and hoodies in the Bear Grips catalog print your logo, they are not embroidered pieces.
Embroidery in the catalog is reserved for select hat styles, like the Yupoong flat bill snapback and cuffed winter hat.
A left chest logo plus a larger back graphic is the standard layout that reads as a real brand rather than a DIY print.
Pairing a printed Champion piece with an embroidered hat gets close to an all-embroidered look at a lower cost.

Table of Contents

Printing vs embroidery in the catalog
Placement that reads professional
Design rules for a clean print
Pairing with embroidered hats
Frequently Asked Questions

Champion t shirt embroidered is a common search, and the direct answer matters here: the Champion pieces in the Bear Grips catalog are printed, not embroidered. Embroidery does exist in the catalog, just on a different product category. Here is how printing and embroidery actually split across the catalog, and how to place a logo on a Champion piece so it reads as a considered brand rather than a quick print job.

Printing vs Embroidery in the Bear Grips Catalog

Every base price in the catalog includes front-side design and printing. Embroidery specifically shows up on select hat styles: the Yupoong flat bill snapback and cuffed winter hat, and the Valucap youth classic baseball hat, are all embroidered. The Richardson classic rope hat and the Otto Cap premium 5-panel hat are printed. The Champion cropped tee, crewneck, and hoodie all fall under standard printing, not embroidery.

Logo Placement That Reads Professional on Champion Apparel

Left chest only. Single-color logo, 3 to 4 inches. The cleanest, most professional option.
Left chest plus full back. Front logo, larger graphic or text on the back. The most-used combination for team and studio stores.
Full back only. No front logo, one large back graphic.
Sleeve callout. Small text for a location, year, or tagline.

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Design Rules for a Clean Print

Bold strokes over thin lines. Fine detail can blur at a small chest size.
One or two colors holds detail best. More colors are available at no extra charge, but simpler logos print more crisply at small sizes.
Unlimited colors and elements are included. There is no reason to compress a design just to save on a per-color fee, since none exists.

Pairing Printed Apparel With Embroidered Hats

A common combination: a printed logo on the Champion crewneck or hoodie, paired with a Yupoong flat bill snapback or cuffed winter hat carrying the same logo embroidered on the front panel. The mix of textures reads as a considered brand kit and costs less than trying to embroider every single piece.

Place Your Logo

Print your logo on a Champion tee, hoodie, or crewneck, and pair it with an embroidered hat for a mixed-texture look.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a Champion tee or hoodie embroidered instead of printed?

The Champion pieces in the catalog are printed, not embroidered. Embroidery in the current catalog is available on select hat styles.

Which hats are embroidered?

The Yupoong flat bill snapback and cuffed winter hat, and the Valucap youth classic baseball hat, are embroidered. The Richardson rope hat and Otto Cap 5-panel are printed.

How many logo colors can I use on a Champion piece?

Unlimited. There is no surcharge for additional colors or design elements.

What is the most professional-looking placement for a Champion crewneck?

A left chest logo, 3 to 4 inches, paired with a larger graphic or text on the back.

Cameron WellsCustom Apparel and POD Industry Writer

Cameron has been writing about the custom apparel and print on demand industry for seven years, with a background in e-commerce operations. He covers platform comparisons, no-minimum vendors, and what is changing for small custom merch businesses.