Baseball Uniform Buying Guide, Jerseys, Pants, and Caps for USA Teams
A complete guide to ordering custom baseball uniforms in the USA. Full button vs. Two button jerseys, knicker vs. Long pants, fabric, and pricing.
Baseball is the most tradition-bound sport in the USA, and your uniform should respect that. From Little League to college summer ball, here's how to choose a custom baseball uniform that looks right and lasts.
Jersey style: full button, two button, or V neck?
- full button, the classic look. Worn at the MLB level. Best for teams that want a heritage feel.
- two button placket, easier to put on, lighter, popular for travel ball and high school.
- V neck pullover, most affordable, most common at youth and rec levels.
- Crew neck pullover, a modern alternative for college and elite club.
Pants: knicker vs. Long
- Knicker pant, traditional, worn with stirrups or solid socks. Best for ages 12+.
- Long pant, more common in youth and modern pro. Easier to size, easier to wear.
- Side panel / piping, adds team color without going full custom dye.
Fabric
For game uniforms:
- 100% polyester double knit, 200–240 GSM
- Stretch panels at shoulders and inseam
- Reinforced knee and seat (especially for catchers)
Stay away from cotton blends, they hold sweat, dirt, and clay stains.
Caps
- Wool blend, pro feel, holds shape, $24–$40
- Performance polyester, lighter, washable, $14–$28
- Trucker / structured foam, fan and practice wear, $10–$18
Always order 1–2 spare caps. They get lost.
Sublimation, tackle twill, or stitched on letters?
- Tackle twill is the heritage choice, sewn on letters and numbers, lasts forever.
- Sublimation lets you do gradients, pinstripes, and complex patterns at lower cost.
- heat pressed letters, only acceptable for one time fan jerseys.
For high school and college, tackle twill on a sublimated body is the gold standard.
What a typical USA team budget looks like
- Youth (Little League to 14U): $90–$150 per kit
- High school: $150–$260 per kit
- Travel / showcase: $200–$350 per kit
- College / semiprofessional: $300–$500 per kit
A "kit" here is jersey + pant + cap + belt.
Lead time
Order by January 15 for spring season. Travel ball typically orders by March 1 for summer.
Build your baseball kit
Start with the Baseball Customizer for a full button or two button build, or browse the Baseball Team Store for ready to customize jerseys, pants, jackets, and caps.