Product Definition: Heavy-duty athletic team jersey engineered for competitive box and field lacrosse, produced via high-penetration dye-sublimation or reinforced cut-and-sew assembly.
Target Buyers: Athletic directors, equipment managers, sports club directors, and private-label teamwear distributors.
Core Engineering Focus: Designed with high-density multi-filament yarns and reinforced shoulder structures to withstand high-friction body checks and stick-checking impacts, while maintaining dimensional stability and moisture transport.
Standard Configuration: Full body sublimation or hybrid tackle twill, double-layer shoulder yoke, and athletic pro-cut grading (Youth S to Adult 4XL).
Technical Specifications
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Technical Parameter |
Specification Standard |
Material / Performance Metric |
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Main Body Fabric |
100% Cationic Polyester Knit |
220 GSM weight; provides mechanical stretch and high tensile resistance. |
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Shoulder Yoke Panel |
Heavy-duty Pinhole Mesh |
280 GSM multi-filament yarn engineered for stick-check and impact zones. |
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Moisture Management |
Capillary Action Hydrophilic Finish |
Sweat evaporation rate tested per AATCC 197 standards for rapid drying. |
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Color Fastness |
High-Temperature Thermal Sublimation |
Rated Grade 4.5+ against fading from UV exposure (AATCC 16.3) and commercial laundering (AATCC 61). |
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Seam Breaking Load |
ASTM D5034 (Grab Test) |
Primary shoulder and armhole seams withstand >180 N breaking load. |
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Dimensional Stability |
Thermal Setting Process |
Shrinkage rate controlled within <= 2% after repeated commercial washing (AATCC 135). |
Product Features
Reinforced Double-Layer Shoulder Yoke: Multi-filament 280 GSM mesh panel constructed at high-stress shoulder and armhole areas to resist pulling stress from opposing stick checks.
Ergonomic Pro-Cut Armholes: Cut specifically to accommodate protective shoulder pads and rib guards without restricting throwing and cradling mobility.
Antimicrobial Treated Yarn: Incorporated silver-ion or zinc-based treatment applied to yarn to inhibit odor retention during multi-day tournament schedules.
Collar Construction: V-neck or crew collar built with high-density rib-knit construction to maintain shape recovery across multiple seasons of use.
Drop-Tail Hem Design: Extended rear hem length prevents the jersey from untucking during high-intensity sprints and groundball scrums.
Customization Options
Decoration Method:
Full Sublimation: Ink is embedded directly into polyester fibers at high temperatures, resulting in zero hand-feel and permanent graphics that will not crack or peel.
Tackle Twill / Screen Print Hybrid: Multi-layer twill numbers and letters affixed with zig-zag lock-stitching for traditional collegiate aesthetics.
Color Matching System: Pantone (PMS) matching verified using a digital spectrophotometer to maintain batch-to-batch consistency across historical reorders and matching shorts.
Variable Data Personalization: Individual player names and numbers processed directly from client-supplied CSV roster templates and vector layouts.
Branding & Labelling: Custom internal heat-transfer neck labels, woven hem labels, brand hangtags, and optional silicone grip tape hems.
Manufacturing & Production
Production Workflow: Digital Vector Prepress & Color Profiling -> High-Speed Industrial Sublimation Printing -> Rotary Heat Press Transfer -> CNC Laser Cutting -> Multi-Thread Industrial Assembly -> Finished Goods Audit.
Machinery Fleet:
• Printers: Mimaki and Epson industrial digital plotters utilizing eco-friendly sublimation inks.
• Calenders (Heat Press): Rotary drum heat press machines maintaining uniform temperature distribution (210 deg C) for permanent ink gasification.
• Cutting: Automated CNC laser cutting tables ensuring precise sizing and edge heat-sealing to prevent fraying.
• Stitching: 5-thread safety stitch industrial overlock machines for structural side seams, paired with double-needle coverstitch machines for hems.
Standard Lead Times:
• Digital Prototyping / Pre-Production Sample (PPS): 5 to 7 business days.
• Bulk Production (MOQ 50 to 500 pcs): 14 to 21 business days following digital artwork and sizing matrix sign-off.
Quality Control
Fabric Lot Inspection: Incoming fabric rolls tested for GSM variance, color consistency under D65 light boxes, and initial tensile strength before cutting.
In-Line QC Process: Continuous station checks during sewing to monitor stitch tension, skip-stitch prevention, and panel alignment.
Finished Goods Audit: AQL 2.5 standard random sampling inspection covering seam pull tests, measurement tolerance verification (+/- 0.5 inch), and thread cleanliness.
Laboratory Testing Support: Third-party lab testing reports (SGS / ITS) available upon request for color fastness and fiber composition verification.
OEM & ODM Capabilities
OEM Services: Contract manufacturing executed strictly according to client-provided tech packs, bills of materials (BOM), and physical sample reverse-engineering.
ODM Services: Collaborative development utilizing our proprietary athletic cut patterns, fabric library, and internal sports design team.
White-Label Packaging: Individual polybagging with barcode/SKU stickers, branded master cartons, and blind drop-shipping directly to team distribution hubs.
Flexible MOQ: Scalable production runs starting from low minimum order quantities (MOQs) for regional travel clubs up to volume runs for national leagues.
Applications
Field Lacrosse: Configured for outdoor NCAA, high school, and club competition on natural grass and artificial turf fields.
Box Lacrosse: Built with heavy-duty mesh reinforcement to withstand indoor arena physical contact and friction against dasher boards.
Tournaments & Showcase Events: Rapid-turnaround custom uniform solutions for multi-team summer circuits and showcase events.
Training & Scrimmage Kits: Cost-effective, high-durability practice jerseys and reversible pinnies designed for daily team workouts.
FAQ
Q: What is your standard Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for custom lacrosse jerseys?
A: Our standard MOQ is 50 pieces per design, which can be distributed across mixed player sizes (Youth to Adult 4XL). Smaller trial runs for sample evaluations can be discussed.
Q: How do you prevent color variations between reorders and previous seasons?
A: We archive all digital color profiles, Pantone (PMS) matching records, and ink batch formulations in our database. Every production run is verified against master color swatches using a spectrophotometer.
Q: What file formats are required for custom artwork and team rosters?
A: Vector files in .AI, .EPS, or high-resolution PDF format with outlines converted to curves. Roster data (names and numbers) should be submitted via an Excel or CSV template mapped to the sizing breakdown.
Q: Can these jerseys withstand the friction of shoulder pads and heavy stick checks?
A: Yes. The integration of a 280 GSM multi-filament mesh on the shoulder yoke combined with 5-thread safety stitching provides the necessary burst strength and tear resistance for contact play.
Request a Quote
To receive a detailed quotation including tiered volume pricing, fabric sample swatches, and accurate lead-time estimates for your team or brand, please provide the following technical requirements:
Estimated Order Quantity & Size Breakdown
Fabric Preference (Standard 220 GSM Sublimated Poly or 280 GSM Heavy-Duty Mesh Yoke)
Decoration Method (Full Sublimation or Tackle Twill)
Target Delivery Date / Destination Country
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