Quick answer: Custom wrestling singlets are one-piece stretch uniforms made from polyester-spandex fabric and fully sublimated with team colors and logos. Teams choose a cut (high or low), fabric, size run and design, then approve a sample. Glory Ground produces custom wrestling singlets in Shenzhen from 10 pcs per design, with 5-day samples and bulk in about 2 weeks.
The singlet is one of the most demanding garments in sport. It has to stretch in every direction, stay in place during scrambles and meet competition rules, all while looking good on the mat. For school, club and college programs, getting the fabric, cut and sizing right matters more than almost any other uniform. Here is what to consider when ordering custom wrestling singlets.
Fabric: Stretch and Recovery Come First
Singlets are made from polyester and spandex (elastane) blends. The polyester holds sublimated color; the spandex provides four-way stretch and recovery, so the singlet returns to shape after every match. When comparing fabrics, check:
- Stretch: pull the sample in both directions; it should stretch easily and snap back.
- Opacity: stretched fabric should not become see-through, especially in light colors.
- Surface feel: a smooth surface is comfortable and resists abrasion from the mat.
- Durability after washing: wash a sample several times and check that it keeps its shape.
Our fabric is OEKO-TEX certified (23.HCN.91580), a useful point for school programs and youth clubs.
Choosing a Cut
High cut
The traditional high-cut singlet has a higher armhole and more coverage under the arms. It is popular in folkstyle wrestling and with programs that prefer a classic look.
Low cut
Low-cut singlets have a deeper armhole and a lower back, giving more freedom of movement. Many freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestlers prefer them.
Women’s cut
Women’s singlets are shaped differently through the chest and hips and often have a higher neckline. If your program has women wrestlers, order a dedicated women’s cut rather than smaller men’s sizes.
Always check the current rules of your league or federation for color and design requirements before finalizing your design.
Sizing Singlets for a Team
Singlets fit tighter than any other uniform, so sizing deserves extra care. Use a weight-and-height size chart rather than shirt sizes, and order a sample in two or three sizes for your wrestlers to try. Youth programs should use a youth chart. In your roster file, list each wrestler’s size, plus any names you want printed.
Sublimated Singlet Designs
Because the singlet is printed before it is sewn, sublimation can place color, stripes and logos anywhere, including across seams. Popular approaches include:
- Classic side panels: a contrast stripe down the sides in school colors.
- Full-body graphics: mascot artwork or patterns across the whole garment.
- Reversible singlets: two colors in one garment for programs that need both.
Sublimated prints do not crack or peel, which matters on a garment that stretches with every move.
Ordering Timeline
- Send your brief: logo, colors, cut and estimated quantity.
- Approve the mockup: front, back and side views.
- Sample in about 5 days: check fit, stretch and color.
- Confirm the roster: sizes and any names.
- Bulk in about 2 weeks after approval, then inspection and packing.
Our MOQ is 10 pcs per design, so a single team can order on its own. Our Shenzhen factory has more than 10 years of experience and produces 50,000 pieces a month.
Complete the Team Look
Many wrestling programs order matching warm-up shirts, hoodies or shorts. See our custom hoodies and MMA shorts and rash guards, which suit grappling training. Browse our custom wrestling singlets, and for combat sports apparel more broadly, read our guide to sourcing high-performance custom MMA apparel.
Caring for Singlets
Spandex is sensitive to heat, so care instructions matter. Wash singlets inside out in cold water, avoid bleach and fabric softener, and hang dry rather than using a hot dryer. High heat weakens elastic fibers and shortens a singlet’s life. Printing care instructions on the inside label keeps them with every garment.
Warm-Ups and Team Packs
Many programs give each wrestler a team pack: singlet, warm-up shirt, shorts and a hoodie. Designing these together from the same artwork keeps the team’s look consistent, from weigh-in to the podium. Each garment style is its own design with an MOQ of 10 pcs, which suits most team rosters.
Why Sublimation Suits Singlets
A singlet stretches far more than a jersey, so any surface decoration such as vinyl or screen print can crack when the fabric expands. Sublimated color is inside the fibers and stretches with them. That makes it the most reliable choice for wrestling, as well as for compression tops and other close-fitting combat sports gear.
Getting the Design to Line Up
Singlet designs often wrap around the sides and across the back. Because the fabric is printed before cutting, precise cutting keeps stripes and logos aligned at every seam and in every size, from youth to heavyweight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fabric are custom wrestling singlets made from?
A polyester-spandex blend: polyester holds the sublimated color, and spandex provides four-way stretch and recovery.
What is the difference between high-cut and low-cut singlets?
High-cut singlets have higher armholes and more coverage; low-cut singlets have deeper armholes and a lower back for more freedom of movement.
What is the MOQ for custom wrestling singlets?
10 pcs per design, with mixed sizes.
How long does it take to make custom singlets?
About 5 days for a sample and around 2 weeks for bulk production after approval, plus shipping.
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Ready to Start Your Order?
Outfitting your wrestling program for the season? Send us an inquiry with your sport, quantity per design and artwork or reference images, and our Shenzhen team will reply with a design proposal and sampling schedule.
