Sportswear Textile Manufacturers

Our Team Sportswear Fabric Range

The collection is organised by construction and fibre blend so that a garment team can match a fabric to a specific panel, sport and wear condition. Typical references in production include HT1635, HT1645, KF000598, HT1486-1, KF000755, HT1581, HT1615, HT1471, HT1007, HT1472, HT1206 and HT1631.

Fibre Selection: Nylon Spandex vs Polyester Spandex

Fibre choice drives abrasion life, hand feel and colour depth. Nylon (polyamide) is stronger and more abrasion-resistant than polyester, with a silkier, cooler hand and deeper dye uptake. Polyester is easier to sublimate for graphic prints and offers a more textured, cotton-like surface.

• Nylon spandex: high-friction sports, leggings, base layers, deep solid tones.
• Polyester spandex: sublimated team kit, printed panels, cost-sensitive volume programmes.
• Blends: cationic and multi-fibre constructions for colour-block and tonal effects.

Because nylon and polyester require different dyeing temperatures and chemical balances, our dyeing and finishing facility uses separate processing routes so fibre strength is not compromised during colouring.

Double-Knit Engineering for Functional Differentiation

Double-knit technology uses two needle beds to create two distinct faces. We use this structure to build mechanical performance into the fabric rather than relying only on chemical finishes.

• Moisture transport: hydrophobic inner face and hydrophilic outer face create a mechanical pump effect.
• Thermal regulation: spacer and interlock structures trap a thin air layer for lightweight insulation.
• Shape retention: interlocking loops resist edge curl and deformation, reducing bagging at knees and seats.
• Opacity: dense interlock faces give full coverage for fitted shorts and leggings.

Critical Specifications We Confirm

Every development is specified against measurable limits before bulk production. The table below reflects the acceptance framework we apply to team sportswear knits.

Application Fit Across the Collection

Team sportswear shares knit technology with adjacent performance categories. Our wider range covers Yoga Wear Fabrics, Activewear Fabrics, Swimwear & Beachwear Fabrics and Underwear Fabrics, so a brand building multiple lines can source consistent constructions from one knitting partner.

• Football and soccer kit: lightweight jerseys, sublimation-ready polyester interlock, mesh inserts.
• Basketball: breathable single jersey and interlock with high stretch recovery.
• Training and cross-training: nylon spandex with abrasion resistance for high-friction use.
• Warm-up and outer layers: heavier cationic and spacer knits for insulation.
• Trim and finishing: rib for collars, cuffs and waistbands.

Customisation, Finishing and Quality Control

We customise composition, GSM, width, colour, hand feel and surface effect against drawings or approved samples. Finishing options include moisture-wicking, anti-static, anti-bacterial and deodorising treatments, plus graphene-enhanced variants where the application requires them.

Our quality control system monitors tension, GSM, shade and stretch across production. We hold GRS certification for recycled-content products, covering processing, manufacturing, packaging, labelling and trading of products with a minimum of 20% recycled material.

Information We Use to Configure Your Solution

A precise proposal depends on the working point of the garment, not on a generic catalogue number. We use the following inputs to select construction, fibre blend and finishing route.

• End use and sport, plus the specific garment panel or body zone.
• Target GSM, width and stretch direction.
• Fibre preference: nylon spandex, polyester spandex or blend.
• Colour reference, colourfastness requirement and print method.
• Functional requirements: wicking, opacity, abrasion, thermal, anti-static.
• Care label conditions and shrinkage tolerance.
• Order quantity, roll length and packing preference.
• Any certification or recycled-content requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What team sportswear fabrics does Yitai manufacture?

We manufacture weft single jersey, solid weft interlock, wrap knitting, rib and Sorona-blend knits in nylon spandex and polyester spandex, covering football, soccer, basketball, training and warm-up garments.

Should I choose nylon spandex or polyester spandex for team kit?

Nylon spandex gives higher abrasion resistance, a silkier hand and deeper solid colours, which suits high-friction and premium garments. Polyester spandex is easier to sublimate for graphic prints and works well for volume team kit with printed panels.

Can you develop a custom composition and GSM?

Yes. We customise composition, GSM, width, colour, hand feel and surface effect against drawings or approved samples, and confirm the specification before bulk production.

How do you control shrinkage and pilling in knitted sportswear fabric?

We specify dimensional change against AATCC 135 or ISO 6330 with a typical 5% maximum after three washes, and pilling against Martindale at grade 3 to 4. Our quality control system monitors tension, GSM and shade across production.

Do you supply recycled-content sportswear fabric?

We hold GRS certification for products containing a minimum of 20% recycled material, covering processing, manufacturing, packaging, labelling and trading. Recycled-content requirements can be built into the fabric specification.

What information do you need to prepare a quotation?

Send the end use, target GSM and width, fibre preference, colour reference, functional requirements, care conditions, order quantity and any certification requirement. With those inputs we can select the construction and finishing route and confirm the specification.