High School Volleyball Uniforms: Ultimate Ordering Guide (14 Tips)

Short answer: to order high school volleyball uniforms, check your state and NFHS uniform rules first, plan a contrasting libero jersey, collect sizes from every player, approve a proof, and order early enough to cover production and shipping before your first match. The 14 tips below walk coaches, athletic directors and booster clubs through each step.

Offered Impex is a factory-direct maker of custom sublimated volleyball uniforms. The tips apply whichever supplier you use; where we mention our own terms, we say so.

Before you order: rules and planning

1. Read the current uniform rules first

High school volleyball in the US follows the NFHS volleyball rules, and some state associations add their own requirements. The rules cover things like number placement and size, number contrast, matching team uniforms, the libero jersey and the size of any manufacturer logo. Rules can change from year to year, so check the current NFHS rules book and your state association before you approve a design, and share the relevant section with your supplier.

2. Plan the libero jersey at the same time

The libero must wear a jersey that clearly contrasts with the rest of the team. Design it together with the main jersey, using the same style and numbering but a contrasting main colour. Many programs order two libero jerseys so the libero has a contrasting option for both home and away uniforms.

3. Decide on home and away uniforms

Many programs run a light and a dark jersey. If budget only allows one, choose a colour that will not clash with most opponents in your league, and keep the libero contrast in mind.

4. List every item you need

A typical order includes:

• Jerseys: sleeveless, cap sleeve, short sleeve or long sleeve.
• Shorts or spandex: in a colour allowed by your rules.
• Warm-up shirts: worn before the match and on the bench.
• Libero jerseys: see tip 2.

Ordering everything in one design session keeps colours consistent across items.

5. Count all levels: varsity, JV and freshman

If your school fields several teams, decide whether they share one design. One design across levels makes reorders simpler and lets you move players between teams without a mismatch. Our minimum order is 10 pieces, and you can mix sizes, names and numbers in one order, so each level does not need to be ordered separately.

Design and customisation

6. Use full sublimation for names, numbers and logos

Volleyball jerseys stretch with every dive and block. With full sublimation, colours, logos, names and numbers go into the fabric, so they do not crack, peel or fade, and the jersey stays light because there is no heavy print layer on top. Read how sublimation printing works.

7. Get your school colours exact

If your school has official colour codes, send them with the order. Screens show colours differently from fabric, so a proof and, if you want to be sure, a sample are the best checks. Our sublimation colour guide explains how colour matching works.

8. Make numbers easy to read

Officials and scorers need to read numbers from across the court. Choose a solid number colour with strong contrast to the jersey body, keep the font simple, and do not let patterns run through the numbers. Check sizes and placement against the current rules (tip 1).

9. Use free design help instead of starting from zero

You do not need a designer. Send your school logo, mascot, a sketch or a photo of a uniform you like. We offer free design help and send a free digital proof before anything is printed.

Sizing and fit

10. Collect sizes with a size chart, not guesses

Volleyball jerseys are usually close fitting, and players often order differently from their everyday size. Share the supplier’s size chart with players and parents, and ask them to measure chest and hips rather than guess. A sample in a common size helps the team see the real fit before you order for everyone.

11. Use one roster sheet for the whole order

Make one spreadsheet with player name, jersey number, jersey size, short size and libero yes or no. Have the coach check it before it goes to the supplier. Most order mistakes come from a roster that changed after it was sent. If your program has a women’s fit and a men’s fit, add a column for that too.

12. Order a few spares

Add one or two spare jerseys in common sizes with no name, or with numbers you do not use yet. Players join late, jerseys get lost, and a spare costs far less than a separate small order mid-season.

Budget, timing and the order itself

13. Plan the budget and the timeline together

Compare quotes for the same items, print method and shipping. When you plan the timeline, count backwards from your first match:

• Shipping time to your school.
• Production: with us, 5 to 7 working days after you approve the design.
• Design and proof approval: a few days, depending on how fast your staff signs off.
• Collecting sizes: often the slowest step, so start it first.

We confirm the delivery date when the order is approved, so you know exactly when to expect it. If you raise money through boosters, set the fundraising deadline before the order deadline.

14. Check the proof line by line, then confirm protection

Before you approve, check every name spelling, every number, the libero colour, logo placement and colours. Then ask the supplier what happens if the order is late or wrong. Our terms are a 100% refund if the order is late, not made to the agreed specs, or has a quality issue, and a free replacement if it is damaged in delivery. Every order is checked on fabric, stitching, sizing and print quality before it ships.

Caring for volleyball uniforms

To keep uniforms looking right for more than one season, wash them inside out in cold water, skip bleach and fabric softener, and hang them to dry. Assign one person to collect and wash the libero jerseys, which are the easiest to misplace.

Frequently asked questions

How many jerseys does a high school volleyball player need?

Usually one or two game jerseys (home and away), plus a warm-up shirt. The libero needs a contrasting jersey, and many teams order two so there is one for each uniform.

What are the NFHS rules for volleyball uniforms?

The NFHS rules cover number size and placement, number contrast, matching team uniforms, the libero’s contrasting jersey and manufacturer logos. Check the current rules book and your state association, because details can change.

What is the minimum order for high school volleyball uniforms?

Our minimum order is 10 pieces. You can mix sizes, names and numbers, so varsity and JV can go in one order.

How long does it take to get custom volleyball uniforms?

With Offered Impex, production takes 5 to 7 working days after you approve the design, plus shipping. We confirm the delivery date when the order is approved.

Can we order youth or middle school uniforms in the same design?

Yes. See our youth volleyball uniforms page. Using one design across all levels keeps your program’s look consistent.

Can we see the uniform before ordering for the whole team?

Yes. Every order gets a free digital proof before printing, and you can order a sample first to check fabric and fit.

Ready to order your team’s uniforms?

Start your high school volleyball uniform order and we send a free digital proof before anything is printed. Want to talk through rules, sizing or timing first? Request a call and we call you back within 1 to 3 hours.