Bear Grips Pro ShopsJunior Tennis Academy Branded Apparel for Year-Round Programs
- Junior tennis academies use one team store for 30-200 players.
- Wicking polos, practice tees, coach apparel, family supporter gear.
- Per-order customization with each player's name and level.
- Free US shipping, no minimum, ships in about a week.
Junior tennis academy branded apparel is the year-round apparel program that turns 30 to 200 youth players into a coordinated identity. Bear Grips Pro Shops handles the full academy wardrobe in one team store: wicking tournament polos, practice tees, coach polos and quarter-zips, parent and supporter gear, plus per-order customization for individual players. No inventory, no minimums, academy keeps the margin.
Why academies need a branded apparel program
A junior tennis academy without a coordinated apparel program leaks identity in three ways:
- Players show up to tournaments in random gear, undermining the academy brand
- Parents end up at junior nationals in regional-tournament t-shirts from random events
- Coach apparel lacks the polish a serious program needs
A branded apparel store solves all three with no inventory risk to the academy.
Academy apparel structure
The proven structure for an academy team store:
- Player tier (compulsory or optional): wicking polo with academy logo, practice tees, ladies skort, sun hat
- Coach tier: Sport-Tek polo, quarter-zip, ball-cap, hoodie
- Travel team tier: tournament-specific shirts, jackets, joggers
- Parent/family tier: cotton tees, ladies tees, hoodies, hats with academy logo
- Alumni tier: lifestyle tees, hoodies for former students
Academy pricing math
Sample 80-player junior tennis academy:
| Item | Buyers | Profit/unit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player polo with name | 70 | $13 | $910 |
| Practice tee | 60 | $11 | $660 |
| Sun hat | 40 | $11 | $440 |
| Parent tee | 80 | $15 | $1,200 |
| Parent hoodie | 50 | $18 | $900 |
| Coach apparel (4-coach staff, 3 pieces each) | 12 | $15 | $180 |
| Annual | $4,290 | ||
Plus tournament-specific drops for sectional and national qualifiers can add another $1,500-$2,500 per season.
How academy ownership and revenue flow
The academy creates one Pro Shops account, uploads the logo, picks the player and supporter products. The store URL goes out to families through the academy newsletter, app, or website. Each family orders direct. Bi-weekly payouts go to the academy account.
Academy can also use the affiliate program to refer other programs (sister academies, regional tennis clubs, USTA partner programs) and earn 10 percent of their subscription revenue plus $1 per unit sold.
Launch Your Junior Tennis Academy Apparel Program
Free shop, your academy logo, no minimums. Players and families order direct from the URL.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Can each player have their name on the polo?
Yes. Per-order printing means each polo can have a unique player name.
Are wicking polos USTA dress code compliant?
Yes for the standard collared polo. Practice tees are for practice only.
How does the academy collect revenue?
Bi-weekly direct deposit to your connected account.
Can the academy run different levels (10U vs 18U) in one store?
Yes. Same store, players pick their level apparel. Per-order customization handles name and grade.
