Handball clothing for the whole team

Shirts, shorts, baselayers: a page for each category

Each category of clothing has its own page, making it easier to browse than the entire range of textile.

• The handball shirts: team shirts, training shirts, goalkeeper shirts, referee shirts, and supporter versions.
• The handball shorts, available in men's, women's, or children's cuts, for matches and training sessions.
• The sport socks, high for match wear and low for training.
• The baselayers and compression clothing: undershirts, shorts, leggings, and sleeves.
• The t-shirts and polos for sessions, staff, and managers.
• The hoodies, zipped or crew neck, for the bench and post-match.
• The jackets and tracksuits for travel and warm-ups.
• The goalkeeper pants, training pants, or rain pants.

Polyester, cotton, blend: the material for the moment

Polyester dominates the playing kit: it is light, dries quickly, and maintains its colour through washes. Its ventilated mesh versions, under the arms or in the back, dissipate heat during exertion. Cotton remains comfortable for sweatshirts, casual t-shirts, and supporter fabrics, but it retains moisture. Blends of cotton and polyester, common in fleece, provide a balance between softness and drying. Simple rule: use technical materials for anything worn while playing, cotton or blends for anything worn afterwards.

Men, women, juniors, goalkeepers, referees: starting with the player

If you already know who you are buying for, dedicated pages will be quicker.

• The men's clothing section features men's cuts, from shirts to jackets.
• The women's clothing section includes cuts designed for female players, better fitting around the hips and shoulders.
• The junior clothing section offers children's sizes, marked in centimeters of height.
• The goalkeepers page features long-sleeved shirts, padded shorts and pants.
• The referees page outfits those officiating the match.
• To search by brand, the textile brands page organizes the entire catalogue by manufacturer.

Hummel, Kempa, adidas, Mizuno, Errea, Erima: handball manufacturers

• Hummel: the Danish brand with chevrons outfits many clubs; its Core 2.0 range serves as the basis for team kits, from shirts to training pants.
• Kempa: the German brand almost exclusively focuses on handball, with fitted team shirts, shorts, and jackets.
• adidas: the equipment supplier for the France team offers the supporters' versions of the France shirts and a wide training range.
• Mizuno: the Japanese brand provides textile partnerships for the LNH, including team t-shirts, sweatshirts, and jackets.
• Errea: the Italian brand outfits clubs with tracksuits, shirts, and shorts, in a wide range of colour combinations.
• Erima: the German brand offers complete ranges, like Six Wings, to outfit an entire section in the same style.

Team textile: ordering for an entire group

Equipping a team requires planning. First, choose a range that exists in all the categories you need: shirt, shorts, socks, and jacket, to maintain the same colour throughout. Ensure it comes in child, women's, and men's sizes if the club mixes categories. Next, collect everyone's sizes before ordering, measuring the younger players. Lastly, keep the exact model reference: it will help you complete the kit when new players arrive.

Making a handball kit last

Handball textiles take a beating: friction on the ground, resin, sweat, and frequent washing. A few simple steps can extend their life. Turn the clothing inside out before washing to protect the prints and logos. Wash at low temperatures, without fabric softeners, which can clog technical fibres. Avoid the tumble dryer, which can detach heat-sealed numbers. For resin, a stain remover applied before washing works better than very hot water, which can set it into the fabric.

Handball textiles on sale, in promotions or clearance

Several pages allow you to pay less for your kit. The special offers page brings together discounts throughout the year, and the clearance page features end-of-line items. At the end of autumn, the Black Friday textile page takes over, followed by the textile sales at the beginning of the year.

Frequently asked questions

What kit do I need to start playing handball?

A technical t-shirt, light shorts, sport socks, and a pair of indoor shoes are enough for the first sessions. The match shirt is often provided or required by the club. A jacket or sweatshirt for the side of the court completes the outfit.

Can football clothing be used for handball?

Yes, for the most part. Team shirts, shorts, and tracksuits are designed for all team sports, which is why the page mixes them quite a bit. Only the shoes need to be specific for indoor use.

Should I take my usual size in sports textiles?

Generally yes, but the cuts vary from brand to brand: some are fitted while others are looser. Check the brand's size guide, especially for a playing shirt that should neither cling nor float.

How do I remove resin stains from a shirt?

First scrape off the excess once dry, then apply a stain remover or a bit of dish soap to the stain before washing. Avoid very hot water, which pushes the resin into the fibres. Multiple washes may be necessary.

Can I mix brands in the same outfit?

At training, no problem. In matches, the players' kit on the field must match, and two manufacturers never quite have the same shade of blue or red. For a team, it’s better to choose the shirt and shorts from the same range.