December 13, 2023
Editor’s Picks: Winning Athletic & Performance Apparel
These items are ideal for outfitting sports teams, incentivizing new gym members and thanking event attendees.
Amateur athletics are big business. According to the National Council of Youth Sports, approximately 60 million kids participate each year, and more than 70% of them play two or more sports. Meanwhile, over 500,000 college students play for the National Collegiate Athletic Association in three divisions. The branded athletic apparel items featured here are perfect for athletes, staff and parents at both the youth and university levels.
Cutter & Buck (asi/47965)
This men’s lightweight quarter-zip (MCC00034) is made with a recycled polyester/spandex shell that offers wind resistance and stretch. Also features wicking properties, UPF 50+ sun protection and woven overlays. Available in 12 colors.
PCNA (asi/66887)
Featuring a clean, tapered leg and a comfy-but-not-baggy fit, the women’s Bamone sweatpants (TM93202) from tentree are made of eco-friendly fleece. Available in three colors.
alphabroder (asi/34063)
Made of 50% sustainably sourced USA-grown cotton and 50% polyester, the unisex Dri-Power hooded sweatshirt (695HBM) features wicking technology, a two-ply hood with grommets and drawcord, rib-knit cuffs and waistband, and a front pouch pocket.
SanMar (asi/84863)
The Nike Tech Sport Dri-FIT polo (266998) has stitch-trimmed gussets for easy movement, a self-fabric collar, a three-button placket, open hem sleeves and pearlized buttons. Available in seven colors.
S&S Activewear (asi/84358)
Club and high school coaches can step onto the sidelines in style with this jacket (3100). Features a water-resistant outer shell made of 100% nylon taffeta and a soft 100% polyester brushed tricot lining. Also includes a snap front, raglan sleeves and reinforced slash front pocket.
Sports Solutions Inc. (asi/88876)
These high-performance cotton basketball socks (SOCKS 4-S530) feature arch support and cushioned bottom. Available in youth, women’s and men’s sizes. USA-made.
Northeastern Promotions (asi/74258)
These customizable sublimated yoga pants (BTM-PYY-1) are made of breathable 87% polyester and 13% spandex for a form-fitting silhouette. Anti-microbial and wicking properties keep the wearer feeling fresh.
Badger Sportswear div. of Founder Sport Group (asi/37876)
The sport-paneled shoulder design on this long-sleeve tee (417400) ensures maximum movement. Made of 100% sublimated polyester that’s wicking and antimicrobial, it also has a double-needle hem and self-fabric collar and cuffs. Available in nine colors.
20 Degrees Below (asi/92366)
Swimmers will love this USA-made sideline parka (A486). Made of coated nylon/ripstop, it’s water- and stain-resistant and can be lined with either lightweight or heavyweight fleece. Also has a reversible zipper, front welt pockets, elastic bottom and cuffs, center shockcord and fully lined hood.
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