Getting flag football jersey sizing right before ordering for a whole team saves the logistical headache of returns and size exchanges. Bear Grips Pro Shops performance tees run true to size across most styles, but a few fit nuances matter depending on the player's age, the intended use, and the style chosen. This guide covers size charts, material choices, and how to order for a mixed-age team without getting it wrong.
Flag football jerseys, at the POD level, are primarily performance or cotton tees with a printed design rather than cut-and-sew sublimated jerseys. This means the sizing follows standard garment sizing rather than jersey-specific sizing with extra length, raglan sleeves, or mesh panels.
The practical implication: players who know their t-shirt size know their jersey size. No need for separate jersey sizing charts or special measurements. Standard small, medium, large, XL, and XXL apply across adult styles, with youth sizing running XS through XL in children's size equivalents.
For players who are between sizes or who prefer a looser fit for athletic movement, the general recommendation is to size up one. Flag football involves a lot of arm movement (throwing, catching, pulling flags) and a slightly looser shirt stays comfortable through a full game without restricting range of motion.
The two most popular adult flag football shirt styles at Bear Grips Pro Shops:
Men's Moisture-Wicking Tee (Sport-Tek): Chest measurements (inches): S = 36-38, M = 38-40, L = 42-44, XL = 46-48, 2XL = 50-52, 3XL = 54-56, 4XL = 58-60. Athletic cut with a slightly tapered torso. Runs true to size. Players who prefer room to move should go up one size.
Airlume Cotton Athletic Tee (Bear Grips): S = 34-36, M = 38-40, L = 42-44, XL = 46-48, 2XL = 50-52. A slightly more relaxed fit than the Sport-Tek performance tee. Chest measurement is similar but the overall silhouette has less taper.
Women's and Ladies' styles: The Ladies' Moisture Wicking Tee (Sport-Tek) runs in women's sizing XS through 4XL. The Women's Favorite Tee (Bella+Canvas) runs XS through 2XL. Women's cuts have a fitted silhouette designed for the female body proportions.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Youth sizing for flag football shirts at Bear Grips Pro Shops:
Youth Moisture-Wicking Performance Tee (Sport-Tek): XS = 4-6, S = 6-8, M = 8-10, L = 10-12, XL = 12-14, 2XL = 14-16. This covers most youth flag football age groups from beginner (ages 4 to 6) through competitive youth (ages 12 to 14).
For older youth players (ages 14 to 16 or heavy-builds ages 12-14), adult sizing in small or medium often provides a better fit than youth XL. When in doubt, measure the child's chest and compare to the adult size chart.
For very young players (ages 3 to 5) in beginner programs like i9 Sports, the youth XS fits most kids in the 4-to-6 age range. For kids smaller than average, a toddler-size blank shirt from a craft store with an iron-on is often a better solution than a custom POD youth shirt at XS.
The flag football material question comes down to weather and use case:
For a complete product breakdown across all flag football shirt options, see the flag football team apparel guide.
Start with a single test shirt. Once the fit is confirmed, share the store link with your team. No minimum, no setup fee.
Start FreeOrder your standard t-shirt size. Flag football performance tees run true to size for most brands. If you prefer room to move during play or are between sizes, go up one size. Youth sizing runs XS (4-6) through XL (12-14) for most youth styles.
Moisture-wicking polyester or a CVC blend for warm weather and active play. Cotton for cool conditions, spirit wear, or apparel worn mostly off the field. The Sport-Tek Moisture-Wicking Tee is the default for most organized flag football leagues.
Yes. Bear Grips Pro Shops has no minimum order. Order one shirt in the relevant size, check the fit, then share the store link with the team. Each player orders their own size once you have confirmed the style fits correctly.
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