Sample before any squad
No bulk kit is made until a player has trained in the sample and you have approved it. That sample then sets the standard for colour, print, fit and roster details across the squad.
Custom School Sportswear Kits
Request a quoteCustom school sportswear engineered for athletic performance
When your team runs out for a fixture, the kit says something about the school before a ball is kicked. Benjima makes school sportswear for sports directors, academies and athletic associations: match jerseys, rugby shirts, netball dresses, basketball sets, athletics singlets, tracksuits and sideline jackets, all in your colours.
We look after the whole order for you, from sport-specific patterns and fabric to printing, player names and numbers, sampling, production, checks and delivery. You deal with one person from the first message to the day the kit arrives, and every decision that changes the finished kit comes to you first, from the shade of your colours to the font of the numbers.
That matters because team kit is unforgiving. A collar that tears in the first scrum, a number that peels, a shade of blue that does not match last season. We sort those out on the sample, well before any of your team kit goes into production.
Custom team sportswear samples tested before bulk sewing
Every team order starts with a sample made to your specification, with your colours, crest, sponsor logos and a sample name and number. Let a player train in it, wash it and see how it holds up. If something needs adjusting, we change it on the sample.
Once you approve it, the sample sets the standard for every set in the order. Colours, print sharpness, fit, seams and roster details are all checked against it. The kit your squad pulls on before the first fixture is the kit you already tested on the training field and signed off.
Watch your team kit being made from scratch
The video follows a team kit order from design file to finished set: patterns cut for each sport, colours and crests printed into the fabric, seams reinforced where players pull and grab, names and numbers checked against the roster, and every shirt inspected before packing. Your kit is made the same way, with photos sent along the way.
It helps to share it with your coaches, your head of sport or your parents' association before ordering. Seeing how the kit is made makes it easier to agree on the details that matter, whether that is the toughness of a rugby shirt, the cut of a netball dress, the sponsor placement or the look of the tracksuits.
If you would rather talk through your fixtures and dates, send us a short message and we will arrange a call for you.
Why academies choose our custom sportswear kits
Kit tested before the squad orders, straight answers on timing, and one person who knows your fixtures.
Cut per sport
We keep separate patterns for rugby, football, netball, basketball, cricket and athletics, because each sport moves the body differently and needs a different cut to perform well on match day.
Names and numbers included
Every set can carry a player's name and number, plus sponsor artwork, at no extra charge per print. We check the roster with you before production starts.
Small squads are very welcome
Orders start at 30 sets per team design, which suits a single squad or a touring side as well as a whole-school programme. You can begin with one team and add more sports later without changing supplier.
Kit made for tackles, mud and rain
Rugby, football and hockey put real strain on a shirt, especially when opponents grab and pull. Contact jerseys are cut from tough ripstop fabric with stretch, and collars, armholes and side seams are stitched several times over and locked with bar tacks so they hold under pressure.
Colours and crests are printed into the fibre, so there is nothing to crack, peel or flake after muddy matches and hot washes. We test all of this on your sample first.
Request a quoteRecent school team kits
Jerseys, dresses, tracksuits and jackets from recent team orders for schools and sports academies.
Team kit for every school sport
Choose the pieces each team needs. Every one can be made in your colours, with your crest, sponsors and roster.
Football match kits
Printed shirts and shorts in a relaxed athletic cut that leaves room for running and heading.
Rugby shirts
Tough ripstop jerseys with a reinforced collar that resists grabbing and pulling in scrums and rucks.
Netball dresses
A racerback cut that lets players move freely, with tabs for bibs on match days.
Basketball
Loose, breathable mesh sets with a generous cut through the body for comfort on court.
Athletics singlets
Featherlight singlets and split shorts for track and field, built to be barely noticed.
Tracksuits
Matching travel tracksuits in your team colours, for warm-ups, away trips and presentations at the end of the season.
Your colours, crest and sponsors on every shirt
Your kit is how other schools recognise your teams. We print your crest, colours, sponsor logos, player names and numbers into the fabric using sublimation, so designs can include fine lines, small text and colour gradients without adding layers that stiffen the shirt or peel away.
Colours are matched to your Pantone references and checked on the sample, so football shirts, rugby jerseys, athletics singlets and tracksuits all carry exactly the same shade. Reorders for new players match the kit the rest of the squad is already wearing on match day.
Crests and team names on jackets and tracksuits can be embroidered for a raised, premium finish. Your designs and roster templates stay on file, so next season's kit, or a few extra shirts for new players, starts with a quick message rather than a fresh round of sampling.
How do you choose the right sportswear for school teams?
The right team kit lets players perform without thinking about what they are wearing, and still looks sharp at the end of the season. Three questions are worth answering first: the sport, the weather your teams play in, and your branding.
Match the sport first
Contact sports need tougher fabric and reinforced seams, so rugby shirts use a heavier ripstop that is hard to grab. Football and basketball kit can be lighter and looser for airflow. Athletics singlets are cut close and light. Each sport gets its own pattern, not a compromise.
- Choose heavier ripstop jerseys for rugby, hockey and other contact sports.
- Choose light mesh kit for basketball and indoor sports.
- Ask about recycled performance fabrics if sustainability is a priority for your school.
Plan for weather
Cold sidelines and long trips to away fixtures call for proper outerwear. Showerproof softshell tops, quilted bench parkas and rain jackets keep players and coaches warm between games without leaving them overheated during warm-ups. Each piece is made in your team colours.
Choose the kit for the toughest fixture of the season, and every other game takes care of itself.
Branding that lasts
Sublimation is the best choice for match shirts because the colour sits inside the fabric and survives hard washing, so crests, sponsors, names and numbers never crack. Embroidery suits jackets and tracksuits where a raised crest looks smart. Your sample shows both methods on the real fabric before any bulk is made.
From design to match day
Watch a full school team kit order come together, step by step.
Comfort players notice from the first whistle
Players should forget about their kit once the game starts. Here are the four things we never compromise on.
Light and quick drying
Performance fabrics pull sweat away from the skin and dry quickly, so players stay comfortable from the warm-up to the final whistle.
Stretch where players need it
Four-way stretch fabrics move with players as they sprint, tackle and jump, without the shirt pulling across the shoulders or riding up.
Seams stay strong
Reinforced seams and bar-tacked stress points hold firm through tackles, scrums and weekly training sessions without splitting or fraying.
Warm on sidelines
Bench jackets and parkas block the wind and rain, keeping players and staff warm between games.
Sportswear for every team your school fields
One supplier for every team and sport, so colours, crests and fonts stay consistent from junior squads to first teams.
- Rugby and football
- Netball and hockey
- Basketball and athletics
- Cricket whites
- Coaching staff
- Touring and travel
How to order school sportswear here
Five steps from your first message to kit delivered before your first fixture. You approve every step.
Start your orderSend your brief
Share your sports, colours, crest, sponsors, rough numbers by size and your first fixture date, and we reply with options and a clear quote.
Choose fabrics and cuts
We send fabric samples, colour references and size charts for each sport, so you can choose before anything is made.
Approve the sample
A sample set with your colours, crest and a test name and number is sent for players to try.
Production and checks
Bulk production begins, with every set checked against your sample and your roster.
Delivered before your fixture
Kits are packed by player or team and shipped with tracking, ready for the first game.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order for school team sportswear?
The minimum is 30 sets per team design. That lets schools kit out a single squad, a touring side or an athletics club without buying surplus shirts that end up in a cupboard. You can mix sizes freely within the order, and add more teams or sports later. Tell us what you need, and we will confirm a quote.
Will our colours and crest peel or fade?
No. We use sublimation, which bonds the ink inside the fabric's fibres rather than laying it on top. There is no layer to crack, peel or flake, so colours and crests stay bright through muddy matches and repeated washing at home or in a school laundry.
Can you make tough rugby jerseys for school teams?
Yes. Our rugby jerseys use heavy ripstop polyester with stretch, collars built to resist grabbing, and armhole seams stitched several times over and locked with bar tacks. They are made to cope with tackles and scrums week after week.
Can each shirt have its own name and number?
Yes. Player names, squad numbers, positions and your crest are built into the print file at no extra charge per print. We send you the roster to check before production, so every name is spelled correctly and every number is right first time.
How long do team kit orders take?
Standard production usually takes 14 to 18 business days. For urgent tournaments and qualifiers, we can run an expedited line that completes orders in 10 to 12 business days. Tell us your fixture date when you enquire and we will confirm what is possible for your order.
Do you make sideline jackets and coaching gear?
Yes. We make matching bench parkas, waterproof rain jackets, fleece-lined sideline coats and travel tracksuits, so players and coaches look like one team on the road and stay warm and dry between games. Our storm jackets are rated to 5,000mm waterproofing.
Can you match our exact school colours exactly?
Yes. Our printers are calibrated to your Pantone references and checked with a spectrophotometer, so the same shade appears on rugby jerseys, football kits, athletics singlets and travel tracksuits. You see the colours on your sample before approving the bulk order for your teams.
Do you ship team kits to other countries?
Yes. We ship by express air door to door, with customs duties and clearance arranged for you, delivering match-ready kit to your school sports office. You get tracking and a delivery date that is planned with you around your fixtures and tournament dates.
Custom school sportswear at a single glance
| Sport-specific patterns | Rugby, football, netball, basketball and athletics |
|---|---|
| Lasting print | Colours inside the fabric, never peeling |
| Names included | No extra charge per print |
| Low minimum | 30 sets per team design |
| Sample before bulk | Tried by a real player |
Ready to kit out your school teams?
Tell us your sports and squad sizes, and we will come back with a quote and a fixture plan.