Bear Grips Pro ShopsEsports Team Merch Shop Setup
- An esports team can launch a branded merch shop in under an hour using print on demand.
- Pick 4 to 6 starter products, set color variants, price for $12 to $18 markup.
- Promote in Discord, on the team Twitch panel, and in the school esports newsletter.
An esports team merch shop is the easiest revenue line a small team can add. No inventory, no minimum order, no upfront cost. Members and fans order direct, the team takes the markup, and the shop runs passively year-round. Here is the actual sequence from idea to first sale.
Step 1: Prep your team logo
One PNG file with a transparent background, 1500+ pixels on the longest side. If your team logo is currently in JPG with a colored box behind it, get the background removed.
- Keep the logo simple. Detailed mascot art does not embroider well on hats.
- If you have a wordmark or initials version, upload that too. Wordmarks work on quarter-zips and hat backs.
- Single-color versions help if you want both dark and light apparel variants.
Step 2: Pick your starter products
4 to 6 starter products. The esports team lineup that works:
- Team logo cotton tee (the everyday seller).
- Comfort soft hoodie (tournament-day staple).
- Performance long sleeve (cool venues and long online sessions).
- Embroidered cap (the easy add-on).
- Optional: triblend tee, classic zip-up hoodie, quarter-zip.
Add player name-and-number variants for the active starting roster. Each player variant is one extra item slot.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Step 3: Set your pricing
Standard esports team markups:
| Product | Base | Retail |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton tee | $19.88 | $32-36 |
| Comfort soft hoodie | $36.88 | $58-66 |
| Performance long sleeve | $29.88 | $44-48 |
| Embroidered cap | $29.86 | $38-42 |
| Player name variant tee | $22.88 (with print upcharge) | $45-55 |
Push markup higher on player-specific variants. Fans pay more for the gamer tag on the back.
Step 4: Publish and promote
Once live, share the shop link in:
- The team Discord (pinned message in the announcements channel).
- The team's Twitch panel (linked below the stream).
- The team's YouTube channel description.
- The school esports newsletter or college club emails.
- The team's social handles (Twitter/X, Instagram).
First orders usually arrive within a week if the link is in the active Discord and the team has 50+ engaged members or fans.
Step 5: Iterate with drops
Run a limited drop tied to major events:
- Pre-LAN drop (2-4 weeks before a major tournament).
- Season opener drop (start of fall college season).
- Anniversary drop (team founding date).
- Holiday drop (November and December).
Limited drops convert higher than baseline shop and create urgency.
Launch Your Team's Merch Shop
Free to start. Upload your logo, pick four products, share the Discord link tonight. Done.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to set up an esports team merch shop?
Under an hour from logo upload to live shop, assuming the logo is print-ready. Done-For-You VIP can do the full setup for the team in a few business days.
Do we need design skills to set up the shop?
No. A clean logo file is all that is required. The platform handles product mockups, color variants, and shop layout.
How do we promote the shop to our fans and viewers?
Drop the link in the team Discord pinned messages, on the Twitch panel, in the YouTube description, and in any school esports newsletter. For Twitch viewers specifically, the panel link converts best.
How much does it cost to start an esports team shop?
Free at $0 a month for up to 3 products. Self-Service VIP at $59 a month unlocks 200 products. Done-For-You VIP at $109 a month is full white-glove.
