Bear Grips Pro ShopsKettlebell Sport Competition Apparel for Meet Day
- Platform apparel is performance wicking tee or long sleeve, sized true to size to reduce fabric drag.
- Coach and judge polos in Sport-Tek performance fabric, distinct from athlete tees for easy identification.
- Spectator and family merch sold at the meet table as event revenue.
- Order three weeks before the meet for buffer on late registrations.
Kettlebell sport competition apparel is functional first, brand second. The platform tee has to dry fast, stay off the chest under the bell, and survive a ten-minute snatch set without bunching at the handle. The coach polo has to read as official across the venue. The spectator hoodie has to look good as a keepsake. Below is the full meet-day apparel program, sized for the club, the staff, and the family who came to watch.
The four meet-day apparel layers
- Athlete platform tee: performance wicking, sized true to size, club logo on front, weight class on sleeve
- Athlete warm-up layer: hoodie or crewneck, comes off before the lift and goes back on after
- Coach, judge, meet director polo: Sport-Tek performance polo in a distinct color so it reads as staff across the venue
- Spectator and family merch: tees, hoodies, hats sold at the meet table as event revenue and family keepsake
Fabric and fit for the platform tee
| Spec | Recommendation | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric | Performance wicking polyester | Sheds sweat fast, dries between attempts |
| Fit | True to size, athletic cut | Less fabric drag against the bell handle on long sets |
| Sleeve length | Short sleeve for snatch test, long sleeve for jerk and biathlon | Sleeve does not catch on the handle in the rack position |
| Color | Solid darker color, club accent | Hides chalk and sweat marks during the lift |
Coach and judge polo program
The meet runs cleaner when coaches, judges, and the meet director are visibly distinct from athletes. The standard is a Sport-Tek mens or ladies performance polo in a color the athletes do not wear. Black or navy reads professional, a bright accent color (red, gold) reads visible from across the platform. The polo prints at $34.88 VIP base with the meet logo on the chest and the staff role (Judge, Loader, Director) on the back upper.
Spectator and family merch table
| Item | VIP base | Retail at merch table | Margin per piece |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet cotton tee | $19.88 | $30 | $10.12 |
| Meet hoodie | $36.88 | $55 | $18.12 |
| Meet snapback hat | $25.88 | $35 | $9.12 |
A meet with 40 athletes and 100 spectators typically sells 20 to 30 merch table pieces, generating $300 to $500 in margin on top of registration fees.
Pre-meet ordering timeline
| Days before meet | Order |
|---|---|
| 30 days | Open the meet shop for athlete pre-order. Lock the meet design. |
| 21 days | Place the athlete platform tee bulk order based on registered athlete count. |
| 14 days | Place the merch table inventory order (tees, hoodies, hats for walk-up sales). |
| 10 days | Place the coach and judge polo order based on confirmed staff. |
| 3 days | Last-minute order for late registrations and replacement sizes. |
Run the Meet Apparel Program
Platform tees, coach polos, spectator merch in one shop. Pre-orders open 30 days out, walk-up table on meet day.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
How far in advance does the meet shop need to open for athlete orders?
Open the shop 30 days before the meet. Athletes can pre-order the platform tee at home delivery, and the bulk order goes in at 21 days for day-of distribution.
Can the meet apparel include the athlete weight class on the sleeve?
Yes. Each tee prints per order so each athlete's sleeve shows her current class without affecting the rest of the team.
Should the platform tee be the same color as the club training tee?
Most clubs run a distinct meet-day color or design from the training tee, so the meet apparel becomes a year-keepsake separate from the everyday club gear.
How does the merch table inventory get paid for?
The meet organizer buys at the VIP wholesale base, sells at retail markup at the table, keeps the margin. Typical margin per piece is $10 to $18.
