Top 5 Mistakes Teams Make When Ordering Uniforms (And How to Avoid Them)

Ordering new uniforms for your team is exciting, but it can also be stressful. Whether you’re a seasoned team manager or it’s your first time coordinating jerseys, it’s easy to overlook a few key details that can cost time, money, and team morale.

At K1 Sportswear, we’ve helped thousands of teams design and order custom hockey, baseball, softball, and lacrosse uniforms. Here are the top 5 mistakes we see—and how you can avoid them.

1. Waiting Too Long to Order
  • The mistake: Waiting until the season is right around the corner before getting started.
  • The fix: Start early! Custom gear takes time to produce, especially when done right. Planning ahead gives your team the best options, faster delivery, and fewer headaches.
2. Not Finalizing Roster Sizes Early
  • The mistake: Guessing or estimating quantities too soon, only to miss a player or order the wrong sizes.
  • The fix: Work closely with your players or families to confirm your roster and sizing before placing the final order. K1 provides tools and support to help streamline this process.
3. Underestimating the Importance of Material Choice
  • The mistake: Choosing based only on price without understanding the benefits of sublimated, traditional, or hybrid jersey styles.
  • The fix: Consult with our sales team to make sure you’re selecting the material that fits your team’s performance needs and budget.
4. Using Low-Quality Logos or Artwork
  • The mistake: Submitting low-resolution logos or outdated artwork, which leads to delays or blurry prints.
  • The fix: K1’s art department works with you directly to clean up and optimize any files. We’ll make sure your design looks as sharp on fabric as it does in your head.
5. Ordering from a Vendor That Can’t Deliver on Time
  • The mistake: Choosing a supplier that overpromises and underdelivers, resulting in gear that arrives late, or not at all.
  • The fix: Trust a proven supplier. K1 Sportswear has been delivering uniforms on time and on point for over 35 years.
Order With Confidence

Whether you’re outfitting one team or a full league, K1 is here to help every step of the way—from concept to delivery. Skip the guesswork, avoid costly mistakes, and give your team a look they’re proud to wear.

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