Bear Grips Pro ShopsPickleball Tournament Hoodies for Warm-Up and the Booth
- Tournament hoodies pull double duty: morning warm-up layer and merch booth top seller.
- Standard $36.88 VIP base, $55 retail, $18 profit per piece at the booth.
- Players, family members, and spectators all buy.
- No minimum order means small tournaments can stock 20 pieces, large opens stock 100+.
The pickleball tournament hoodie is the highest-margin piece at the merch booth and the layer most players want for the early-morning matches. Spring tournaments start at 7 AM in the cold. Fall finals run into the dark with temperatures dropping into the 40s. The hoodie that says the player attended the tournament becomes the keepsake she wears all winter. Below is the full hoodie program for a pickleball tournament.
Why the hoodie is the booth top seller
- Cold-morning start drives players to buy on day one
- Family and spectator purchases concentrate on hoodies because the player tee is already covered in registration
- Higher per-piece price ($55 retail) means each sale contributes more to event revenue
- Easy to wear post-tournament as a keepsake, unlike the event tee which is event-day specific
Hoodie options for the booth
| Hoodie | VIP base | Retail | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort Soft Hoodie | $36.88 | $55 | Standard event hoodie, broad appeal |
| Champion Performance Hoodie | $45.88 | $70 | Premium price point, brand-recognition appeal |
| Classic Zip-Up Hoodie | $41.88 | $60 | Layering option, easier on/off during play |
| Womens Premium Cropped Hoodie | $47.88 | $68 | Womens-cut option for the booth |
Standard tournament hoodie design
- Front chest: event logo with year (kept simple for the casual wear after the event)
- Back center: event name and date in larger block letters
- Sleeve (optional): sponsor logo or division marker
- Hood interior (optional): contrast color or branded liner
Hoodie booth math
| Tournament size | Hoodie inventory | Expected sold | Hoodie booth profit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50-player local | 15 hoodies | 8 | $145 |
| 100-player regional | 30 hoodies | 18 | $326 |
| 200-player open | 60 hoodies | 40 | $725 |
| 400-player major | 120 hoodies | 85 | $1,540 |
Hoodies typically represent 30-40 percent of total booth profit at most pickleball tournaments. Stock heavy compared to tees.
Pre-order vs walk-up for hoodies
Pre-order hoodies through the shop in the 30 days before the event. Most pre-order buyers receive at home and arrive at the tournament already wearing the hoodie, which is its own marketing for the booth walk-up sales. Walk-up sales fill the gap for spectators who decided last-minute and for players who saw the hoodie on a teammate.
Stock the Tournament Hoodie Layer
The top-margin booth piece, the morning warm-up layer, the keepsake the player wears all winter. No minimum, ships in a week.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Should the hoodie design match the event tee design?
Most tournaments use the same primary graphic with adjusted scale for the larger hoodie chest area. Some run a distinct "premium hoodie" design for the higher price point.
What size split for tournament hoodies?
Default adult split: 10% S, 30% M, 30% L, 20% XL, 7% 2XL, 3% 3XL. Senior tournaments skew larger.
When should the hoodie pre-order open?
30 days before the event so pre-orders arrive at home in time for the player to wear on day one of the tournament.
Can the tournament sell zip-up and pullover hoodies side by side?
Yes. Each item is its own SKU. Many tournaments stock both with a slightly different price point and design treatment.
