Custom Youth Soccer Jerseys and Team Shirts: The Complete Guide

Custom youth soccer team shirts in a moisture-wicking performance style cover most of what youth soccer clubs need from a custom jersey -- logo, player number, club name, and a fabric that handles game-day use. Bear Grips Pro Shops offers these with no minimum order and free USA shipping.

What Youth Soccer Clubs Actually Need From Custom Apparel

Most youth soccer clubs are not looking for traditional cut-and-sew sublimated jerseys. They want custom shirts that identify the team, hold up through a season, and do not require a 48-piece minimum order to get started.

A performance moisture-wicking tee with the club logo, team name, and player number serves this need exactly -- and it does so at a lower per-unit cost with no minimum requirement.

The Sport-Tek Youth Moisture-Wicking Performance Tee and the Bear Grips Youth Airlume Cotton Athletic Tee are the two most popular starting points for youth soccer clubs.

Youth-Specific Apparel in the Bear Grips Catalog

The Bear Grips Pro Shops catalog carries dedicated youth sizing across multiple categories:

• Youth Airlume Cotton Athletic Tee -- $19.88 VIP base, soft cotton for practice and spirit wear
• Sport-Tek Youth Moisture-Wicking Performance Tee -- $23.88 VIP base, top youth training tee
• Youth Performance Long Sleeve (Sport-Tek) -- $29.88 VIP base, cold weather training
• Youth Athletic Mesh Shorts (Sport-Tek) -- $26.88 VIP base, game and practice shorts
• Gildan Youth Hoodie -- $36.88 VIP base, most popular youth fleece
• Youth Crewneck Sweatshirt (Gildan) -- $33.88 VIP base, lighter warmth option
• Youth Classic Baseball Hat (Valucap, embroidered) -- $25.86 VIP base

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How to Add Player Numbers and Names to Youth Soccer Shirts

Player number on a youth soccer shirt is applied as part of the design -- typically back center with the number large (4-6 inches) and the player name above it (2 inches). The club logo goes on the front chest.

This layout mirrors a traditional jersey appearance on a performance tee. Parents who see the shirt at pickup often cannot tell it is not a cut-and-sew jersey without touching it.

For youth clubs where each player needs a unique number, the Done-For-You VIP service handles individual design files per player as part of the monthly setup.

How to Run a Youth Soccer Club Shop Step by Step

Setting up a youth club shop takes less than an hour for the self-service approach:

1. Sign up at shops.beargrips.com (free plan to start)
2. Upload your club logo in PNG with transparent background
3. Add youth performance tees, shorts, and a hoodie to your shop
4. Set retail prices ($30-35 for tee, $45 for shorts, $55 for hoodie)
5. Share the shop link with parents via team app, email, or group text

Parents order their player's size directly. Gear ships to their home in 5-7 days. The club earns the margin on every sale without touching a single package.

See all youth options at custom t-shirts and custom shorts.

Youth Soccer Apparel Sizing Guide

Youth athletic sizing is not always standardized across brands. Here is a general guide for the youth styles in the Bear Grips catalog:

• Youth XS: approximately ages 4-6, fits 33-35 inch chest
• Youth S: approximately ages 6-8, fits 35-38 inch chest
• Youth M: approximately ages 8-10, fits 38-40 inch chest
• Youth L: approximately ages 10-12, fits 40-42 inch chest
• Youth XL: approximately ages 12-14, fits 42-45 inch chest

We recommend linking to the specific brand size chart in your shop description. Parents appreciate having the reference before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer traditional cut-and-sew soccer jerseys?

Bear Grips Pro Shops specializes in custom print-on-demand apparel -- performance tees, hoodies, shorts, and hats. These work well as soccer team shirts with logos and player numbers applied as part of the design.

Can youth players get their own number on their shirt?

Yes. Each player can have their own numbered design. The club shop can list each player's personalized shirt, or the Done-For-You VIP service handles per-player design files.

What is the minimum age group you carry youth sizing for?

Youth sizing starts around age 4-5 (Youth XS) and goes up to approximately 14 (Youth XL). For ages above 14, adult small or medium typically fits better.

Is there a youth-sized hoodie available?

Yes. The Gildan Youth Hoodie ($36.88 VIP base) and Youth Crewneck Sweatshirt ($33.88 VIP base) are both in the catalog with youth sizing.