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YOUR PLAYBOOK FOR CUSTOMIZING UNIFORMS

DECORATORTEAM

THE GAME PLAN

DEAR SPORTS JERSEY DECORATORS,

It’s a special moment when players receive their jerseys for the first time,

because they’re receiving an identity within a team. Ultimately, jerseys

create teammates and memories that can last a lifetime.

With so many teams looking to create

their own identity through uniforms,

we have expanded our number style

offerings to meet that demand.

We want you to be able to offer your

teams custom looks without the

custom price. A jersey alone might

look good, but it’s the number style

that makes them look great.

THE GAME PLAN

PAUL SABATINI - Stahls' Sports Marketing Coordinator

MUCH SUCCESS WITH YOUR TEAM PRINTING SEASONS.

From product suggestions to application and alignment,

you will find a number of useful, time-saving decorating

tips throughout this booklet.

BE SURE TO LOOK FOR "SABATINI SAYS"...

In this catalog you will find decoration ideas for jerseys, practice gear,

and fan wear. This includes number style suggestions for various sports,

as well as material and size recommendations. Stahls' will continue to

be your partner, providing you with the products and services necessary

for team personalization, so you will save time and money while

boosting your sales.

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CORNER KICK. HEADER.

GOOOOOAAAALLLLLLL!

8-11SOCCER

D-CUT. QUICK STICK.

GAME WINNER!

28-29LACROSSE

HAIL MARY. IT’S UP.

TOUCHDOWN!

12-15FOOTBALL

BOTTOM OF THE NINTH. THE PITCH.

16-19BASEBALL

BACK SET. SPIKE.

GAME!

30-31VOLLEYBALL

T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

GRAND SLAM!

OVERTIME. DEKES. WRISTER.

TOP SHELF!

20-23HOCKEY

DOWN ONE. ALLEY-OOP. SLAM DUNK.

24-25BASKETBALL

LINE DRIVE. RUNNER GOES.

SAFE AT THE PLATE!

26-27SOFTBALL

PREPARATION + COMMITMENT

= SUCCESS

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COMBINING PRE-CUT AND PRE-SPACED

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MATERIALS & METHODS FOR JERSEY DECORATION CHOOSING THE RIGHT MATERIAL

Thermo-FILM®

Best choice for contact sports. Durable and abrasion-resistant. Superior opacity inhibits dye migration. #1 athletic heat transfer material worldwide.

Any Word. Any Way.™

Block or script layouts, with or without a tail. Sew and no-sew options. Split-front available. Choose size, style, layout, material, and you’re ready to go.

Pre-Spaced Text & NumbersTime-saving option. Pre-aligned and ready to apply. A variety of materials, sizes, and colors. Available by the piece.

Pre-Cut Letters & NumbersLow-cost option. Manual layout. Decorate on demand. The most popular sports sizes and materials, including Thermo-FILM®. Available by the pack or kit.

SimStitch® Letters & NumbersNo-sew option. Twill material with simulated zigzag stitch. Embroidered look with a heat press application.

Poly-TWILL™

High-quality appliqué. Authentic, professional, sewn look.

Premium Plus™

Best choice for performance jerseys. High stretchability. Lightweight. Soft hand.

Thermo-GRIP®

Best choice for nylon mesh. Superior adhesion. Durable and abrasion-resistant. Inhibits dye migration.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT MATERIALS

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"I'm attracted to soccer's capacity for beauty . . . the game is a dance with a ball."

- Eduardo Galeano

In fact, the last decade has seen nearly

5 million participants annually in indoor

leagues alone, while more than 12.7

million play outdoor soccer.

FOR CHILDREN’S LEAGUES AND HIGH SCHOOL TEAMS.

SOCCER REMAINS A HUGE DRAW

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Whether you’re a beginner to decorating

or a seasoned pro, it’s important

to check with local league

administrators for information

on decorating regulations.

Adult and youth name and number sizes for soccer differ, but only slightly.

SOCCER

YOUTH ADULT

NAME

FRONT

BACK

SHORTS

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8 "

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Number Style: AdrenalineMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

Custom CAD-CUT® logo (Left Chest): Material: Thermo-FILM®

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HERO WORLD CUP WORLD CUP SHADOWPRIMUSMOTO

Below you’ll find the top 10 recommended number styles for soccer.

To view additional styles in a variety of different one and two-color

options, visit: Stahls.com/heat-transfer-letters-numbers

“Watch videos that offer tips and step-by-step application instructions for

heat printing names, numbers, and logos on a number of different sports

jerseys by visiting StahlsTV.com/how-to-print-jerseys.”

CORNER KICK. HEADER. GOOOOOAAAALLLLLLL!

SABATINI SAYS | STEP-BY-STEP COACHING

Product style and color offerings subject to change. Check Stahls.com for the most current options.

Pre-Cut Numbers Pre-Spaced Numbers

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...with more than 1 million high school

players, 90,000 college players, and

over a million others in youth leagues.

"Show class, have pride, and display character. If you do, winning takes care of itself."

- Paul "Bear" Bryant

IS ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR SPORTS

FOOTBALL

IN THE US...

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Jersey numbers in football correspond

with a player’s position on the team.

Your local sports league administrators

will have information on these and

other decorating regulations.

YOUTH ADULT

NAME

FRONT

BACK

SLEEVE/SHOULDER

2 "

8 "

10 "

3 "

3 "

10 "

12 "

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Here are some common sizes to consider when decorating youth and adult football jerseys.

Team Name (Ravens): Any Word. Any Way.™

Style - Highway (Straight Layout)

Number Style (Jersey): WarriorMaterial: Poly-TWILL™

Number Style (Helmet): Pro OutlineCAD-PRINTZ® Helmet Number Stickers

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Here you have the top 10 recommended number styles for football.



HAIL MARY. IT ’S UP. TOUCHDOWN!

“For contact sports, especially football, choose a heat transfer material that is

durable and abrasion-resistant. Stahls' Thermo-FILM® is the #1 athletic heat

transfer material for this very reason; engineered to outlast the jersey itself.”

SABATINI SAYS | TOUGH ENOUGH

VARSITY

WARRIOR


iPOWERHOUSE LR

T ITAN STENCILED COLOSSUS

CONCRETE iGUARDIAN LR

T ITAN

OCTANE

VARSITY GAP OUTLINE

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...plus nearly half a million high school

students, and 55,000 college students

nationwide. And that doesn’t include

the kids down at the local sandlot, in

backyards, or adult leagues across

the country.

“Baseball is a lot like life. It’s a day-to-day existence, full of ups and downs. You make the most of your opportunities in baseball as you do in life.”

- Ernie Harwell

PARTICIPATION IN LITTLE LEAGUE

BASEBALL IS AN IMPRESSIVE 4.5 MILLION KIDS BETWEEN 6 AND 12 YEARS OLD...

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BASEBALL

It’s helpful to check with your local

sports league administrators regarding

any decorating regulations for baseball.

Here are common name and number sizes for adults and youth.

YOUTH ADULT

NAME

FRONT

BACK

2 "

3 "

6 "

3 "

4 "

8 "

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Number Style (Jersey): FableMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

Number Style (Hat): Pro BlockMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

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Name: GalaxyMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

CAD-PRINTZ® Custom Logo (U.S. Flag): SuperTEK™ Sublistop™


These are the top 10 recommended number styles for baseball.



BOTTOM OF THE NINTH. THE PITCH. GRAND SLAM!

“Use Stahls’ Hotronix® Laser Alignment System for precise

placement of letters and numbers each and every time.”

- See page 37 for details.

SABATINI SAYS | LINE IT UP

PRO BLOCK M.A .S .HFABLECONCRETETEAM US

MAGNUM TYPEWRITER MOTO BOLDSWISS SHADOWOUTLAW


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...which is just shy of the 625,000 registered

in the sport’s home country of Canada. Of

course, there are any number of frozen pond

leagues and flooded backyards not included

in these figures.

“You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.”

- Wayne Gretzky

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533,000REGISTERED PLAYERS

IN THE STATES...

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HOCKEY

Hockey has a few more locations for

decorating than other sports, including

letters that distinguish team captains and

alternate captains. If you're not sure, check

with local sports league administrators

for their most current guidelines.

Common sizes for adult and youth hockey jerseys are as follows:

YOUTH ADULT

NAME

A/C

FRONT

BACK

SLEEVE/SHOULDER

2 "

3 "

3 "

10 "

3 "

3 "

4 "

4 "

10 "

4 "

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Front Crest: CAD-PRINTZ® Texture-TWILL™

Number Style (Jersey): RogueMaterial: Thermo-FILM® on Poly-TWILL™

Number Style (Helmet): Pro OutlineHelmet Number Stickers

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Below are the top 10 recommended number styles for hockey. To view

additional styles in a variety of different one and two-color options,

visit: Stahls.com/heat-transfer-letters-numbers

OVERTIME. DEKES. WRISTER. TOP SHELF!

“A 'threadable' heat press can make all the difference by

allowing you to decorate faster, increasing your production.

Using the open space below a Hotronix® heat press platen,

just thread, print, and spin the garment to decorate both

the front and back in no time.”

SABATINI SAYS | APPLY WITH CONFIDENCE


VARSITY HIGH OCTANESABRE SP IKED INTREPID

PHANTOM QUASAR ROGUE

SABRE

SATURNiV IPER LR

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Basketball has one of the largest participation

rates of any sport in the US, with more than

4 million playing in organized leagues, and

nearly 6 million on a school or college team.

Looks like all those basketball hoops in

driveways and parks are paying off.

Number sizes are particular in basketball,

and traditionally use only single and double

digits between 0 and 5. You may have to

consider numbers on players' shorts as well.

Checking with your local sports league

administrators can be helpful.

LINCOLNTeam Name (Jersey): Any Word. Any Way.™

Style - Holiday (Straight Layout)

Team Name (Shorts): Pre-Spaced Text - Pro Block

Number Style: HolidayMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

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ST. MARTINTeam Name: Any Word. Any Way.™

Style - Metro Script

Number Style: Metro ScriptMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

LANDISName: Pre-Spaced Text Style: Pro BlockMaterial: Premium Plus™

Number Style: Pro BlockCAD-PRINTZ® Full Color

Digital Number Effects (Camouflage)

YOUTH ADULT

NAME

FRONT

BACK

SHORTS

2 "

3 "

6 "

3 "

3 "

4 "

8 "

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You’ll find the top 10 recommended number styles

for basketball below. To view additional styles in a

variety of different one and two-color options, visit:


DOWN ONE. ALLEY-OOP. SLAM DUNK. BUZZER!

“Using cover sheets when heat printing will protect

your upper heat press platen, and can also provide

a different finish to your application depending on

the type of cover sheet used.”

SABATINI SAYS | PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT

TEAM USPRO BLOCK

PRIMUS

ADRENAL INE

FUTURE HERO


SATURNMAGNUM

FUSIONTEAM US PINSTRIPE

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SOFTBALLThe American Softball Association

registers more than 3.5 million players

on over 245,000 softball teams in the

States. Over a million of these comprise

the more than 83,000 youth girls’

fast-pitch teams. This makes it the

fifth most popular among girls’

high school programs.

Check with your local division or league

to verify regulations, especially if

player names are to be included

on the back or not.

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FRONT

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2 "

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SABERName: VarsityMaterial: SimStitch®

Number Style: VarsityMaterial: SimStitch®

WARRIORSTeam Name: Any Word. Any Way.™ - Brush Script Material: Thermo-FILM®

Number Style: ConcreteMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

SANFORDName: Pre-Cut Letters - Pro BlockMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

Number Style: FahrenheitMaterial: Thermo-FILM®


Here are softball’s top 10 recommended number

styles. To view additional styles in a variety of

different one and two-color options, visit:


LINE DRIVE. RUNNER GOES. SAFE AT THE PLATE!

“Use our Stahls' Lettering Layout Guide with

High Tack Magic Mask® strips to assist you in

lining up your Pre-Cut Letters for straight or

arched names.” - Turn to page 37 for details.

SABATINI SAYS | KEYS TO ALIGNMENT

VARSITYT IFFANY

T ITAN STRIPED HIGHWAY


FAHRENHEIT REWIND SCRIPTDECO

ATHLET IC SCRIPT BILLBOARDVARSITY FADE

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LACROSSE

With a 66% increase since 2008 and

nearly 1.8 million players, lacrosse

continues to gain popularity in the

US. It's the tenth most popular girls

high school sports program, out of

more than 50 offered in the States.

Check with local league administrators

to verify name and number size regulations.

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YOUTH ADULT

NAME

FRONT

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SHORTS

2 "

6 "

8 "

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MMCustom CAD-CUT® Logo (MM): Material: Thermo-FILM®

Number Style: Team USMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

MUSTANGSTeam Name & Custom CAD-CUT® Logo:Pre-Spaced Text - Athletic Script with Any Word. Any Way.™- Varsity (Bowtie Layout)Material: Thermo-FILM®

Number Style: RogueMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

WILLIAMSName: Pre-Spaced Text - Pro BlockMaterial: Thermo-FILM®

Number Style: OctaneMaterial: Thermo-FILM®


Here are the top 10 recommended number styles

for lacrosse. To view additional styles in a variety

of different one and two-color options, visit:


"Pre-heating removes wrinkles and moisture

from the garment, ensuring proper graphic

application. For a smooth application surface,

place your garment on the lower platen of your

heat press, and apply pressure for 5-10 seconds."

- Not recommended for sublimated garments.

D-CUT. QUICK STICK. GAME WINNER!

SABATINI SAYS | PRE-HEAT THINGS UP

VARSITY

RAMPAGE


PHANTOM WARRIOROCTANE

ADRENAL INE APEX

INTREPID

VARSITY PINSTRIPE PRO BLOCK GAP OUTLINE


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Barring the competitions on the hot sands of

beaches coast to coast, more than 480,000

teens are playing on high school court

volleyball teams. This makes it the sixth

most popular high school sport in the US.

Always check with local sports team

administrators for regulations, but below

you'll find some common volleyball

decoration sizes for youth and adults.

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NAME

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SHORTS

2 "

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6 "

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MURLEYName: Pre-Spaced Text - Team USMaterial: Premium Plus™

Number Style: GalaxyMaterial: Premium Plus™

CRUSADERSTeam Name: Any Word. Any Way.™- Fable (Arc Layout) Material: Premium Plus™

Number Style: RampageMaterial: Premium Plus™

WEYBURNTeam Name: Custom CAD-CUT® LogoMaterial: Premium Plus™

Number Style: ElementaryMaterial: Premium Plus™


Below are the top 10 recommended number styles

for volleyball. To view additional styles in a variety

of different one and two-color options, visit:


“When heat applying on hard-to-decorate areas or

accessories such as duffle bags and shoes, try using

our Quick Change heat press platens – available in

different sizes." - See page 39 for details.

SABATINI SAYS | ALTERNATE PLATENS

BACK SET. SPIKE. GAME!

TEAM US GALACT ICA

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PRIMUS SABREMOTO

APEX BILLBOARD

ELEMENTARY

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PRACTICE & FAN WEAR

Every player in each sport has at least one practice garment

and a set of spirit wear representing their team or school.

In fact, most teams have entire cheer sections both on

and off the field. Every fan and supporter should

have at least one item that shows the world

who they’re cheering for...

PRACTICE GEAR generally doesn’t have decorating

regulations, so get creative when

personalizing it. It’s important to

consider most practice garments’

properties. Make sure to use heat

transfer materials that are

lightweight and stretchable. This

will give players the ability to

retain the full range of motion

that’s so important in moisture

wicking and compression wear.

...That’s where you come in.

PREPARATION + COMMITMENT = SUCCESS

“Try a Stahls' Print Perfect Pad or a garment pillow to prevent marks

on letters and numbers. It’s also great for heat printing near heavy

seams, zippers, buttons, or as an insert for reversible jerseys.”

SABATINI SAYS | PRINT PERFECTLY

FOR FANS, anything goes. Use glitters, metallic sheens, or any stand-out material

or color; just let your imagination take over. In the stands or in the streets, decorate to make

sure they’re noticed everywhere they go by letting the garment do the cheering.

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GET A 2-COLOR NUMBER LOOK WITH A SINGLE LAYER APPLICATION

USE A PRE-CUT BACKGROUND NUMBER AND CREATE A UNIQUE 2-COLOR LOOK

CREATE UNIQUE HOME AND AWAY UNIFORM SETS BY COMBINING PRE-CUT & PRE-SPACED NUMBERS

A TEAM EFFORT

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Remove the center digit piece from a Gap Outline number and

replace with an alternate color in a pre-existing Pre-Cut foreground.

CHECK OUT THESE EXCLUSIVE "HOW-TO" VIDEOS FROM STAHLS’ TV:

3-COLOR NUMBERS WITH NO LAYERING

StahlsTV.com/getting-creative-with-number-styles-for-team-uniforms

StahlsTV.com/getting-creative-with-gap-outline-numbers

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Stahls.com/display

Showcase the hottest number styles available, and help your customers decide which

one is right for them. Each page is made of durable jersey fabric with a heat-applied

Thermo-FILM® Pre-Cut Number.

Label the front of each book with your

company name, so your customers

will know you’ve gone above and

beyond to service their needs.

QUALITY YOU CAN FEEL

Order samples of Stahls’ most popular

Letter & Number products to see

which option is best for your

decorating needs. All of the

materials discussed within

this booklet are available.

LETTER & NUMBER SAMPLES

PRE-CUT NUMBER STYLE DISPLAY BOOKS

AND YOUR CUSTOMERS

Order yours at

Stahls.com/samples

ALIGNMENT MADE QUICK & EASY

The repositionable Lettering Layout Guide allows you to quickly and easily

align Pre-Cut and SimStitch® letters off the press. Straight, arched, or slanted

placements are labeled, as well as 5/8" and 1" circle text, and centering is

a cinch with the 20-inch standard and 10-inch split rulers.

Included are 5 High Tack Magic Mask®

strips, which allow you to easily transfer

text from the guide to the garment.

Ensure consistent placement and

accurate positioning for every heat

printing job. Four independent lasers

allow you to position guides right onto

your heat press platen. This system

includes the Laser Alignment Wizard,

a sturdy, spiral-bound template printed

with rulers and five popular layouts for

garment decoration.

HOTRONIX® LASER ALIGNMENT SYSTEM

LETTERING LAYOUT GUIDE

To learn more, visit

Stahls.com/portable-laser

To learn more, visit

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In the jersey decorating business, it's all about customization, and that's what we had

in mind when we made the FUSION®. This "threadable" heat press can be switched between

a swing or draw motion depending on workspace, user, or garment. The Touch Screen

Technology allows you to program an unlimited amount of presets. Add the compatibility

of our optional Quick Change Platens, and you’ll be decorating more than ever before.

For more information, visit Stahls.com/fusion

HOTRONIX®

FUSION ®YOUR MVP FOR UNIFORM DECORATION

CUSTOMIZE

With Hotronix® Quick Change Heat Press Platens, decorating has

never been quicker and easier. Great for gym bags, sleeves, shoes,

youth garments, hats, and more, we have a platen to meet all of

your decorating needs.

For more information, visit Stahls.com/fusion

QUICK CHANGE

PLATENSNOW YOU CAN CHANGE ON THE FLY

For more information, visit Stahls.com/platens

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Statistical Sources:

bloomberg.com nfhs.orgstatista.com

sfia.orgsportseventsmagazine.comusahockey.com

scholarshipstats.comteamusa.org sbnation.com

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