A paintball jersey has a harder life than most sportswear. It gets dragged across the ground, soaked in sweat and hit at speed. Here's what to look for when you're ordering for your team.
Padding where it counts
Look for padding on the forearms and elbows, where you land on dives and slides. It should protect without making the sleeve stiff.
Airflow
Breathable panels under the arms and down the sides keep players cooler on long tournament days. This matters more than most teams expect.
Durable fabric and stitching
Reinforced stitching at the shoulders and cuffs, and a tough outer fabric on the arms, stop jerseys wearing through after a few events.
A design that lasts
Sublimated jerseys carry your team design, player names, numbers and sponsor logos without any print to crack or peel. Unlimited colours cost the same as one, so there's no reason to hold back on the design.
Complete the kit
Most teams order matching pants, gloves and pod harnesses, plus team tees and hoodies for off the field. Ordering it all together keeps colours consistent.
Fit: slim enough to move, loose enough for padding
Tournament jerseys are cut to sit over a chest protector or padded vest, with enough room in the shoulders to raise the marker without the jersey riding up. Players who wear a lot of protection under the jersey usually size up one. If your team is mixed, order a prototype in two sizes and let players try them with their gear on.
Neck, cuffs and hems
Look for a soft collar that won't rub under a mask strap, elasticated or adjustable cuffs that keep paint out of the sleeve, and a hem long enough to stay tucked when diving. These small details are what players notice after a full tournament day.
Designing a team jersey
- Use two or three strong team colours so players stand out on the field.
- Put the team name across the chest or back, and player names above the number.
- Keep sponsor logos on the sleeves and shoulders where they're seen in photos.
- Ask for referee and coach versions in a contrasting colour from the same design.
Planning the order
Collect sizes, names and numbers in one spreadsheet, and add a few spare jerseys for new players during the season. Bulk production usually takes 2–4 weeks after the prototype is approved, so order well ahead of your first event. See our custom paintball jerseys page for fabrics and options, and 7 team kit ordering mistakes to avoid delays.
Common questions
Can you add player names, numbers and sponsor logos to paintball jerseys?
Yes. Our paintball jerseys are sublimated, so names, numbers and every sponsor logo are printed into the fabric in the same pass, at no extra cost per colour.
Is there a minimum order for custom paintball jerseys?
No. There's no minimum order, and you approve a complimentary prototype with your design before bulk production.
Do you make matching pants and harnesses?
Yes. We make paintball pants, gloves and pod harnesses alongside jerseys, so the whole kit matches your team colours.
