Bear Grips Pro ShopsGildan Hoodies Without a Drawstring for Schools and Youth Programs
- Some schools and youth programs restrict or ban hood drawstrings on younger kids for safety reasons.
- A crewneck sweatshirt has no hood and no drawstring, which sidesteps the issue entirely while keeping a matching team or program look.
- The Gildan youth crewneck sweatshirt in the Bear Grips catalog runs $33.88 VIP base, close to the youth hoodie at $36.88.
- Single-piece printing lets a program mix crewnecks and hoodies in the same order without a minimum per style.
Gildan hoodie no drawstring and gildan hoodie no strings are searches that usually come from a parent, coach, or program coordinator who has run into a school or youth organization policy restricting hood drawstrings, most often for younger kids where entanglement is a safety concern. Custom apparel does not change the physical construction of a garment, so the practical answer is not removing a drawstring, it is choosing a style that does not have one in the first place.
Why Some Programs Restrict Hood Drawstrings
Many schools and youth organizations set dress code policies limiting or banning drawstrings on hooded outerwear for younger children, out of caution around entanglement risk on playground equipment and similar settings. Policies vary by school and by age group, so it is worth checking with the specific program before finalizing an order rather than assuming a blanket rule either way.
The Straightforward Alternative: Choose a Crewneck
A crewneck sweatshirt has no hood and no drawstring, which removes the concern entirely while keeping the same team look, logo placement, and fabric feel as a hoodie. The Gildan youth crewneck sweatshirt in the catalog runs $33.88 VIP base, just under the Gildan youth hoodie at $36.88, so switching styles does not meaningfully change the cost per piece.
Bear Grips Pro Shops: Custom Apparel for Your Team. No Minimums. Free Shipping.Youth Hoodie vs Youth Crewneck Pricing
| Piece | Brand | Hood/drawstring | VIP base |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth hoodie | Gildan | Yes | $36.88 |
| Youth crewneck sweatshirt | Gildan | No | $33.88 |
Mixing Both Styles in the Same Program Order
Because there is no case minimum, a school or youth program can list both the youth crewneck and youth hoodie in the same shop, letting families choose whichever style fits their child's school policy and preference. Older kids and adult family members not subject to the same restriction can still order the hoodie version, so one shop covers the entire family without splitting into separate orders. For sizing details across both, see the Gildan youth hoodie guide and the full size chart guide.
Outfit a Youth Program the Easy Way
List a hoodie and a crewneck in the same shop. No minimum, families order their own sizes and styles.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Can I get a Gildan hoodie without a drawstring?
Custom printing does not change a garment's physical construction, so the practical option is choosing a crewneck sweatshirt style instead, which has no hood and no drawstring at all.
Is a crewneck cheaper than a hoodie?
Slightly. The Gildan youth crewneck sweatshirt runs $33.88 VIP base versus $36.88 for the youth hoodie.
Can our program offer both styles in one order?
Yes. There is no minimum per style, so a shop can list both the crewneck and hoodie and let each family pick.
Does every school restrict hood drawstrings?
No. Policies vary widely by school and age group. Check with the specific program before assuming a restriction applies.
