Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers about ordering custom hockey jerseys from us. If yours isn't here, call, text or email and you'll get a real person, usually within a couple of hours.

Ordering

How do I order?

Start on our Start Your Team Order page and tell us where you're at: you've got a design, you're starting from scratch, or you've ordered from us before. It takes a couple of minutes.

We reply within 2 hours during business hours, usually with a free mockup the same day, and nothing is locked in until you've approved the proof. If you'd rather talk it through first, call or text us at +1 (403) 895-9915.

What's the minimum order?

8 jerseys of one design, on any model. Once your design exists, adding to it later is easy: we can make as few as one extra jersey, at a slightly higher single-jersey price.

Can I order one jersey first, to check the quality?

Yes. We can make a single sample first so you can see and feel the real thing. A one-off costs more than a jersey in a team order, so ask and we'll quote it. Most teams find the mockup and a quick call answer their questions, but the option is always there.

Is there a discount for full teams or bigger orders?

Yes. Through the Bundle Builder, every piece is $5 off when a player gets the full set: home and away jerseys, home and away socks, and a pant shell. That's $25 a player, so $200 on an 8-player team, applied automatically. Not going for a full set? Jerseys, socks and pant shells can still be ordered on their own.

For bigger or unusual orders, tell us the numbers and we'll quote it properly.

Do I have to pay before I see anything?

No. Mockups are free, and you can ask for changes until it's right. The first payment is a 50% deposit after you approve the proof, and the balance is due before your order ships. We send the invoice by email.

Our roster isn't ready yet. Can we still start?

Yes, and most teams do. Send the enquiry now; your team page has a "Not yet" option for the roster, and you can come back to the same link whenever you have the names, numbers and sizes. The design work carries on in the meantime. Production starts once the roster is in.

How do I send you our logo and roster?

Once you've sent the enquiry, you get a link to your own team page, where you can upload logos, inspiration pictures and your roster, typed in or as a spreadsheet, PDF or photo of the list. If email is easier, send everything to info@powerplaycustoms.ca with your team name in the subject.

Design and artwork

What files do you need for our logo?

Vector files (AI, EPS, SVG or PDF) are best, because they print sharp at any size. If all you have is a PNG or JPG, send the biggest one you've got. A photo of last year's jersey works too. If the logo is small or blurry, send it anyway and we'll tell you what we can do with it.

How many changes can I make to the mockup?

As many as it takes. We'd rather do three more rounds than have you settle. Nothing goes into production until you've approved the proof.

Can we have names and numbers on the jerseys?

Yes, and anything else you can picture. Every jersey is made to your roster, with each player's name and number on the back in whatever font and style suits the design, and you'll see exactly how they look on the mockup. Captain and alternate letters are part of it too: just mark C or A beside those players on your roster. The jerseys are fully custom, so if you can imagine a graphic, we can put it on.

Can we add sponsor logos?

Yes. Send them with your enquiry and tell us where you'd like them (shoulders, arm, hem, back), and we'll place them on the mockup for you to see. More than one sponsor is fine.

What's the difference between sublimated and embroidered?

Sublimated jerseys (Lite, Premier, Reversible) have the whole design printed into the fabric, so it can't crack or peel, and there's no limit on colours or detail. Embroidered jerseys (Elite, Pro) have stitched crests and twill names and numbers, with the classic pro look and feel.

The comparison chart lays it all out side by side, and we're happy to recommend one for your team and budget.

Jerseys, sizing and add-ons

Which jersey should we pick?

It comes down to budget and the look you want. All five are made to your roster the same way, and every one of them starts with a free mockup.

  • Lite, $75Sublimated, entry level. Best value.
  • Premier, $95Sublimated, mid tier.
  • Elite, $120Embroidered, pro grade.
  • Reversible, $130Sublimated, two designs in one.
  • Pro, $140Embroidered, our highest spec.

Tell us the league and how often you play, and we'll say which one we'd pick. Or see the comparison chart.

How does the Reversible work?

It's one jersey with two full designs, home on one side and away on the other, so your team can flip for a colour clash without buying two sets. It's sublimated, so both sides are printed into the fabric.

How do we know what sizes to order?

Use our sizing chart. Jerseys come in Youth S/M and L/XL and Senior Small through XXXL, and goalie cuts have their own sizes. When a player is between sizes, go up: a hockey jersey is worn over gear. If the whole team is unsure, tell us ages and heights and we'll suggest sizes.

Do you make goalie jerseys?

Yes. Goalie cuts are roomier and come in their own sizes. Mark the goalies on your roster and we'll take care of it.

Do you make socks and pant shells too?

Yes, made to match your jerseys. Sublimated socks are $30 and embroidered socks $35; sublimated pant shells are $55 and embroidered $65. Tick them on the order form, or add them to an order later.

Can we mix sizes, or have a player who only needs socks?

Yes. Every player has their own sizes, and a player can be on the list for socks only. It all lives on the roster, and we check it with you before anything is made.

How do we look after the jerseys?

Warm water is fine. Wash embroidered jerseys inside out to protect the stitching; sublimated jerseys are fine either way, because the colour is in the fabric itself. Skip the bleach. The care tag inside each jersey has the exact instructions.

Production and shipping

How long does an order take?

It depends on the jersey: Lite and Premier take 12 to 18 days to make, Reversible 18 to 24, and Elite and Pro 20 to 28, then 3 to 6 business days to ship. The clock starts once you've approved the proof and we have your roster and deposit.

Around the start of a season it gets busy, so the earlier you start, the better.

We need them by a certain date. Can you rush?

Tell us the date in your enquiry and we'll tell you straight away whether it's doable. Sometimes it is. We'd rather say no than promise a date we can't hit.

How much is shipping?

Free anywhere in Canada, with tracking. Outside Canada, ask us and we'll quote it.

How do I track my order?

You'll get a tracking number by email as soon as the carrier has your box. Before that, you're welcome to ask where things are at any time, and we'll tell you.

Where are you based?

Calgary, Alberta. We work with teams right across Canada, and everything ships free within the country.

Changes, reorders and problems

Can I change something after I've approved the proof?

Before production starts, usually yes, so message us right away. Once the jerseys are being made, a change may not be possible or may cost extra, and the timeline can move. We'll tell you exactly where things stand before you decide.

Can we add a player later, or reorder next season?

Yes to both. We keep your design on file, so adding a jersey or two is as simple as sending the name, number and size, and next season is a reorder of the same design with whatever's changed. Pick "We've ordered before" on the order page and it's a quick one.

What if something arrives wrong?

Get in touch as soon as you see it, with a photo, and we'll make it right. If we made a mistake against the approved proof, the fix is on us.

Because every jersey is custom made to your roster, we can't take returns for a change of mind or a size someone picked wrong, which is why we check the roster with you before production. The details are on our policy page.

What if our team has to postpone?

It happens. Postponing isn't cancelling: your deposit stays with your order and we pick it back up when you're ready. The policy page has the details.

Getting in touch

How do I reach you?

Email info@powerplaycustoms.ca, or call or text +1 (403) 895-9915. We reply within 2 hours during business hours, and you'll be talking to the people who make your jerseys, not a call centre.

Can we see jerseys you've made for other teams?

Yes. Have a look through the gallery. If you spot a look you like, say so in your enquiry and we'll use it as a starting point.

Still have a question?

Call or text +1 (403) 895-9915, or email info@powerplaycustoms.ca. When you're ready, the order page takes a couple of minutes and gets you a free mockup the same day.

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