Ordering custom shirts for your team shouldn’t be complicated. Whether you’re suiting up a Little League squad, a rec soccer team, a corporate 5K group, or a school spirit day, the process comes down to a few simple decisions — and getting them right means your shirts arrive on time, look sharp, and don’t blow the budget.
Why Teams Love Custom Tees
Custom t-shirts do something jerseys and hoodies can’t: they’re affordable enough to order for everyone, comfortable enough to actually wear, and versatile enough to work at practice, games, fundraisers, and events all at once.
- No minimums — order exactly what you need, no padding required
- Fast turnaround — most orders ship in under 5 business days
- One design, any size — from youth XS to adult 3XL in the same run
- Built-in team identity — everyone shows up looking unified
For coaches and team managers, custom tees are also the easiest fundraising product to sell. A $10 markup per shirt on a 30-person order covers a lot of tournament fees.
Step 1 — Nail Down Your Quantity
Before anything else, get a headcount. Here’s a simple framework:
- Send a size form — Google Form with name + size takes five minutes to set up
- Add a 10% buffer — someone always forgets to submit, or sizes change
- Decide on extras — do coaches, staff, and family members get one too?
Pro tip: Order a few extra smalls and larges. Those are the sizes people forget and the ones you’ll sell or give away fastest.
Step 2 — Choose Your Shirt Style
The blank shirt is the foundation — it affects how the print looks, how the shirt wears, and how long it lasts.
| Style | Best For | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Gildan Heavy Cotton | Budget team orders, one-time events | $ |
| Bella+Canvas 3001 | Premium feel, retail-quality look | $$ |
| Next Level 6210 | Fitted cut, popular with adult leagues | $$ |
| Gildan Performance | Active wear, moisture-wicking | $$ |
Most youth sports teams go with Gildan Heavy Cotton for the price point, while adult recreational leagues often prefer Bella+Canvas for the softer feel and better fit.
Step 3 — Get Your Design Print-Ready
You don’t need to be a graphic designer — but a few things make a big difference:
- File format: PNG or SVG with a transparent background works best for print
- Resolution: At least 300 DPI at print size (a 10” wide design needs 3,000px minimum)
- Colors: Fewer colors = simpler print = lower cost. A 2–3 color design hits the sweet spot for team shirts
- Placement: Front chest is classic. Back with number or name adds personalization
No design yet? Send us your team name, colors, and sport — we can point you toward simple, clean layouts that work well at the sizes teams need.
Step 4 — Understand the Pricing
Custom shirt pricing has two components: the blank and the print.
At Inkrun, pricing is straightforward:
- Single shirts start at market rate for the blank + print
- Bulk orders (10+) unlock better per-shirt economics
- No setup fees, no hidden artwork charges
- Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location and order size
A typical 24-shirt youth baseball team order runs $18–$24 per shirt depending on the blank and print complexity — delivered in under a week.
Step 5 — Place Your Order
Once you’ve got your headcount, design file, and size breakdown, placing the order takes about 10 minutes.
What to have ready:
- Design file (PNG/SVG, transparent background)
- Size breakdown (how many of each size)
- Shirt color preference
- Delivery deadline
Request a quote at inkrun.bywillo.ai and we’ll confirm turnaround time and pricing within one business day.
The Timeline: What to Expect
| Day | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Day 0 | Submit your order or quote request |
| Day 1 | Quote confirmed, artwork approved |
| Day 2–3 | Shirts in production |
| Day 4–5 | Printed, quality-checked, shipped |
| Day 6–8 | Delivered to your door |
Rush orders available — reach out and we’ll do our best to accommodate tight deadlines. Game day is game day.
Common Questions
Can we add player names or numbers? Yes — name and number personalization is available. It adds to the per-shirt cost and production time, so plan an extra day or two for that.
What if a shirt arrives with a defect? We’ll replace it. Quality issues on our end are our problem to fix — just send a photo and we’ll get a replacement moving.
Can we reorder the same design later? Absolutely. We keep your artwork on file so repeat orders are quick and consistent.
Ready to get your team shirts sorted? Get a free quote → Tell us your team, your headcount, and your deadline — we’ll take it from there.