Hockey jerseys are made from a synthetic fiber that wicks sweat from the body. Originally referred to as sweaters, hockey jerseys used to be made from wool or other knit materials. Hockey players usually have two game jerseys, one for home games and the other for road games. One is mainly dark and the other is mainly white. Both jerseys have the team's colors and logo on the front, while the back of the jersey showcases the player's number and last name.
Step 1
Lay your existing jersey flat on the floor. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the fabric. Hockey equipment dealer Hockey Monkey suggests taking three measurements of the jersey to decide what size you should order.
Step 2
Measure your jersey across the front from armpit to armpit. You will want to measure from seam to seam to get the most accurate measurement. Keep the measuring tape horizontal when you do this to avoid taking an erroneous measurement. This measurement will be referred to as "A."
Step 3
Measure the length of the jersey. Start with the top of the shoulder of the jersey and measure straight down to the bottom edge. This measurement will be referred to as "B."
Step 4
Measure the arm length of the jersey. Start at the tip of the sleeve of the jersey and measure to the point at the back of the neck where the size tag lies. This point should be right in the middle of the upper edge of the jersey. This measurement will be referred to as "C."
Step 5
Compare your measurements to a jersey measurement chart. If you fall between the sizes listed in the chart, round up to the larger size. Outfit My Team, a jersey customizing company, suggests checking out several brands of jerseys before deciding which one to buy. Outfit My Team says certain brands may run slightly larger or smaller than another brand depending on what material the jerseys are made from and how they are sewn.
Things You'll Need
- Old hockey jersey
- Measuring tape
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