Final Call for Fall: Order Custom Hats and Team Apparel Before It’s Too Late

July is your last chance to place custom hats and apparel orders that will be ready for kickoff. Fall sports may not officially start until August or September, but production timelines mean your gear needs to be in motion now. Whether you’re outfitting football players, cheer squads, marching band staff, or cross-country teams, planning early ensures your team shows up united – and on time.

Why July Matters for Custom Team Apparel

Custom embroidered hats, shirts, and gear take time. Production averages 4-6 weeks from mockup approval to delivery, not including the time it takes to gather sizes, approve artwork, or organize payments. For large orders or embroidery-heavy fan packs, you’re looking at the full six weeks – or more.

Rush upgrades exist, but they cost extra and still depend on capacity. Ordering in July gives you the best chance at smooth production and guaranteed on-time delivery before the first game, meet, or halftime show.

What Teams Are Ordering in July

We’re seeing a surge in orders from booster clubs, athletic departments, and band directors preparing for fall. Common July orders include:

• Football: Sideline hats, custom coaching polos, team warmups
  
• Cheerleading: Embroidered visors, practice tees, duffle bags, travel caps
  
• Marching Band: Staff hats, booster gear, parent spirit wear
  
• Volleyball: Long sleeve shirts, team tees, fan caps
  
• Cross-Country: Lightweight apparel, meet-day hats, branded family gear

Every group is trying to beat the same deadline: first-week-of-school delivery.

Avoid Delays: Approve Mockups Fast

The biggest production delay? Waiting on mockup approvals.

Once you upload your logo or mascot, we send back a digital mockup for review. A delayed response – or last-minute design changes – can stall your entire order. To speed things up:

• Have final artwork ready
  
• Gather accurate size breakdowns
  
• Choose preferred colors and styles
  
• Confirm quantities for players, fans, and staff

Need help? Our Design Lab lets you visualize embroidery placements, test color combos, and lock in your perfect look before you submit.

Fan Packs, Uniforms & Fundraisers – All in One Order

Don’t forget about booster club fundraising. Bundled fan packs – usually a t-shirt, hoodie, and hat – are top sellers during fall events. But they only work if you have them in hand before kickoff.

The same goes for:

• Team uniforms
  
• Coach shirts and caps
  
• Parent and volunteer gear
  
• Event-day giveaways

If it needs to be worn on game day, it needs to be ordered in July.

Shop Custom Team Hats & Apparel Now

Avoid last-minute stress and gear delays. Start your order today and guarantee your team is fully equipped for fall.

Explore Hat Styles | Try the Design Lab