Sublimated Volleyball Jerseys: How Sublimation Works

Most custom volleyball jerseys today are sublimated. Instead of printing a design on top of the fabric, sublimation puts the design into the fabric itself, so the whole jersey, front, back and sleeves, can carry any colors, patterns, logos, names and numbers.

This guide explains how sublimation works, why it suits volleyball, which volleyball jersey styles we make, and what to think about when you design your team’s jerseys.

How sublimation printing works

Your design is printed with sublimation inks onto transfer paper.
The paper is pressed onto polyester fabric with heat and pressure.
The heat turns the ink into a gas that bonds with the polyester fibers, so the color becomes part of the fabric.
The printed fabric is then cut and sewn into the jersey.

Because the ink is inside the fibers rather than sitting on top, there is no layer to crack, peel or add weight, and the jersey feels the same everywhere, including under the numbers. Sublimation works on polyester, which is why it is the standard for performance team uniforms. We print sublimated uniforms in our own factory in Sialkot.

Red and black long sleeve V-neck volleyball jersey – custom made by FJ Sportswear in Sialkot — Sublimated long sleeve V-neck volleyball jersey

Why sublimation suits volleyball

Lightweight jerseys stay lightweight: no heavy printed or stitched layers on a fitted jersey.
No design limits: gradients, patterns, photos and all-over designs are all possible, because the whole panel is printed at once.
Names and numbers in the same print: each player’s name and number is part of the design.
Long-lasting color: the design does not crack or peel with washing.

Our volleyball jerseys are made from 100% polyester Speedo 160 GSM fabric.

Sublimated volleyball jersey styles and sizes

Style	Sizes	Size chart
Women’s Volleyball Uniforms	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Men’s Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL	View chart
Volleyball Shorts	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Long Sleeve V-Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Short Sleeve V-Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Short Sleeve Crew Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Long Sleeve Crew Neck Volleyball Jerseys (Women’s & Girls’)	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Sleeveless Crew Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Racerback Crew Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Racerback V-Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Sleeveless V-Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Elite 3″ Volleyball Shorts (Women’s & Girls’)	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Reversible Sleeveless Crew Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Reversible Long Sleeve V-Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Beach Volleyball Shorts	Men’s XS–5XL	View chart
Reversible Sleeveless V-Neck Volleyball Jerseys	Men’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL, Women’s XS–2XL, Girls’ GXS–GXL	View chart
Long Sleeve Volleyball Shirts	Men’s XS–2XL, Women’s XS–2XL, Youth YXS–YXL	View chart

Racerback and long-sleeve styles are made in women’s and girls’ sizes. See the full volleyball size charts and our volleyball uniform size guide for measuring.

Black and red racerback V-neck volleyball jersey – custom made by FJ Sportswear in Sialkot — Sublimated racerback V-neck volleyball jersey

Designing sublimated volleyball jerseys

Numbers that read from the stands: use a number color that contrasts strongly with the jersey behind it.
Libero jerseys: the libero must wear a jersey in a contrasting color to the rest of the team, so plan a libero version of your design in the same order.
Home and away: two color versions of one design keep the team look consistent. Our reversible volleyball jerseys put both colors in one jersey.
Exact team colors: we can match Pantone colors, and we send a free design mockup before production.

Sublimation vs other decoration

Screen printing and heat transfers sit on top of the fabric and suit cotton garments and simple designs. Sublimation suits polyester performance jerseys and complex designs. For a full comparison, read sublimation vs screen printing.

Ordering sublimated volleyball uniforms

What	How it works
Minimum order	10 pieces per design, in mixed sizes
Design mockup	Free
Sample (optional)	About 3 weeks; the sample cost is given with your quote
Bulk production	3–4 weeks, depending on quantity
Shipping	FedEx, DHL or UPS, usually 6–8 days in transit

See all our custom volleyball uniforms, including women’s volleyball uniforms and men’s volleyball jerseys, or request a free quote.

Collecting sizes for a whole team? Use our free team size list to list every player’s name, number and size, see the total for each size, and send the list to us on WhatsApp or with your quote request.

Frequently asked questions

What is a sublimated volleyball jersey?

A sublimated volleyball jersey has its design printed into the polyester fabric with heat, rather than on top of it. The whole jersey can carry any colors, patterns, logos, names and numbers.

Does sublimation crack or peel?

No. The ink bonds with the polyester fibers and becomes part of the fabric, so there is no printed layer to crack or peel.

What fabric are your volleyball jerseys made from?

Our volleyball jerseys are made from 100% polyester Speedo 160 GSM fabric.

Can you make a libero jersey in a different color?

Yes. We can make a libero version of your design in a contrasting color as part of the same order.

What is the minimum order for sublimated volleyball jerseys?

10 pieces per design, in mixed sizes. The free design mockup is sent before production.

Sublimated Volleyball Jerseys: How Sublimation Works for Team Uniforms