Custom paintball jerseys: what makes a good tournament jersey

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.