Hoodies for University Groups: Clubs, Societies and Course Cohorts

University hoodies are the one garment almost every student group ends up ordering. Sports clubs, societies, course cohorts and committees all want the same thing: something people will actually wear, with the group's name on it.

Here is our guide to ordering hoodies and how to get it right, every time.

Pick One Style and Stick to It

You'll first need to decide whether you want a pullover or zip-through hoodie. If your budget is limited, pullovers are a lower cost option. However, if you want a hoodie that can be used across multiple seasons, then a zip-through hoodie is the right choice.

Offering both doubles your sizing problem and splits the order. One style in one colour is what makes a group look like a group. Browse our sweatshirts and hoodies range to see the options together.

Embroidery or Print

For what you put on the hoodies, that depends on budget and what its purpose is. Embroidery lasts longer, feels more substantial and handles a crest or a club badge well. It's the better choice for anything a member will keep for years.

Print handles large designs, back prints and full colour at a more affordable price, which suits event or one-season hoodies. Many groups use both: embroidered crest on the chest, printed detail on the back like years, names, or roles. Explore our workwear print and embroidery service for logo and lettering options.

Names, Numbers and Nicknames

Personalising the back is what turns a group hoodie into something people keep. Surnames, initials, a squad number or a graduating year all work, and they cost less than most committees expect once the design is set up.

Collect names at the same time as sizes, in the same form to save time and keep all your info in one place.

Sizing a Group That Never Meets

Always work from a sizing chart with measurements as opposed to subjective sizes like small, medium and large. To get an idea of what you need, see if you can find one or two volunteers to take measurements. This will help you picture what sizes are needed.

We also recommend ordering a small number of spares in the two or three most common sizes. Someone will always join late, and someone will always want to swap sizes.

Payments

Collect payment before the order goes in rather than after delivery. This helps you avoid unnecessary costs for anyone who misses out or doesn't check their emails.

Plan Ahead Today

Contact us once a requirement for hoodies has been identified, particularly if they are required for a specific date or event. We can talk you through the ordering process and ensure that timelines will allow for delivery to take place on schedule.

Browse our sweatshirts and hoodies range to start, or explore GFORCE sportswear and teamwear if your group also needs kit. For more information about other garments, visit our university uniform page.