Online Stores
Q. How do Breakaway Sports Online Stores reduce work for clubs and organizations?
A. Breakaway Sports builds and manages custom Online Stores using the organization’s approved logos, colors and designs. Players, parents and fans order directly through the store, while Breakaway Sports handles production, shipping and customer support. This removes the need for club staff to collect individual orders, manage payments or coordinate distribution.
Q. What is the difference between a Uniform Store and a Team Apparel Store?
A. A Uniform Store focuses on player essentials such as jerseys, shells and socks needed for the season. A Team Apparel Store offers branded clothing and accessories for players, families, recruits and fans. Both stores have their own online URL and can be accessed from internet connected devices.
Q. Does an organization need both types of Online Stores?
A. No. Breakaway Sports does not require an organization to operate both a Uniform Store and a Team Apparel Store. Clubs can choose the setup that best fits their objectives, although some organizations use both to move uniform and apparel distribution online.
Q. Can a Breakaway Sports Online Store stay open throughout the year?
A. Yes. Both Uniform Stores and Team Apparel Stores are designed to remain available 24/7, year round, allowing members and supporters to shop when it is convenient for them rather than waiting for a limited team ordering window.
Q. How does an organization start an Online Store with Breakaway Sports?
A. The organization provides its logos, colors, approved designs and store requirements. Breakaway Sports then builds the store, prepares products and manages the ordering process. Clubs interested in setting up a store can contact Info@BreakawaySports.net or call 1-973-845-2910.
Team Store Model, Pricing & Margins
Q. How can a Breakaway Sports Team Store generate revenue for a club?
A. At the organization’s direction, a percentage royalty can be built into the Online Store. A portion of qualifying sales is then paid back to the club at regular intervals, allowing merchandise purchases to contribute toward operating expenses. Clubs are not required to add a royalty if they prefer to prioritize member value.
Q. How is Team Store pricing structured?
A. Breakaway Sports structures pricing so base product and service costs are covered first. If the organization has chosen a royalty, that preset amount is incorporated into the store model and returned to the organization according to the agreed arrangement.
Q. Can a club choose the products and pricing in its Online Store?
A. There is flexibility in the Online Store setup. Breakaway Sports representatives can work with organizations to add products, update designs and refine pricing structures based on the club’s objectives and community needs.
Q. Are there upfront fees or long term contracts for an Online Store?
A. Breakaway Sports states that there are no long term contracts. Depending on the organization’s size and store structure, a setup or service fee may apply. Any potential cost is discussed with the organization during setup.
Q. How is merchandise pricing determined?
A. Pricing depends on the brand, product and style selected for the store. Breakaway Sports works with suppliers including Nike, Carhartt, The North Face and others, allowing organizations to choose from a wide range of products and price points.
Uniform Stores
Q. Why would a team use an Online Uniform Store instead of collecting bulk player orders?
A. An Online Uniform Store allows individual players or families to order required uniform pieces directly. This reduces the administrative work involved in collecting sizes, payments and individual orders through coaches or team managers.
Q. What types of items can be included in a Uniform Store?
A. Uniform Stores can include season essentials such as jerseys, shells, socks and related team items. The exact product selection is built around the needs of the individual organization.
Q. Is there a minimum purchase when ordering through an Online Uniform Store?
A. No minimum applies to individual customers purchasing through an Online Store. Minimum quantities apply only to certain bulk team orders and vary according to the product being ordered.
Q. How long should players allow for custom Uniform production?
A. Custom Uniform products are made to order and generally require approximately 6-8 weeks for production. Timing can vary based on order quantity, product style and seasonal demand, so teams should plan ahead before the start of the season.
Q. Can a club operate a Uniform Store without opening a Team Apparel Store?
A. Yes. Each store type can operate independently. An organization can choose only the Uniform Store if that is what best supports its current needs.
Custom Uniform Design
Q. Can a team create its own custom Uniform design?
A. Yes. Teams can provide an existing finished design or collaborate with the Breakaway Sports Art Team to develop a custom look for the organization.
Q. Can Breakaway Sports help a team that does not already have a Uniform design?
A. Yes. Breakaway Sports offers design support for organizations that need help developing the visual appearance of their uniforms rather than simply reproducing an existing design.
Q. Can Breakaway Sports create alternate or special-event jerseys?
A. Yes. Breakaway Sports specifically offers design and manufacturing support for alternate, throwback and one time special event jerseys, allowing organizations to create uniforms outside their standard seasonal design.
Q. Do bulk custom Uniform orders have minimum quantities?
A. Yes. Minimum quantities can apply to bulk team orders, and the required quantity varies by product, such as jerseys or warm-ups. The organization’s Breakaway Sports representative confirms the applicable minimum before the order is executed.
Q. What payment methods are available for bulk Uniform orders?
A. Breakaway Sports accepts major credit cards, ACH and checks for bulk Uniform orders. Organizations can work with their representative to determine the most appropriate payment method.
Team Apparel Stores
Q. Who can purchase merchandise from a Team Apparel Store?
A. Team Apparel Stores are designed for a broad audience, including players, parents, families, recruits and fans. Anyone with access to the store link can shop for available branded merchandise.
Q. Does a Team Apparel Store require group ordering?
A. No. Customers purchase individually through the store, so a coach or team administrator does not need to collect money or coordinate one large group apparel order. Breakaway Sports produces each purchased item and ships it directly to the buyer.
Q. Is there a minimum order for Team Apparel?
A. No. Customers can purchase a single item or multiple items without meeting a minimum order quantity.
Q. Can a club promote its Team Apparel Store through its website and social media?
A. Yes. Breakaway Sports provides direct store links that can be added to a club website or shared through social channels. The team can also provide promotional graphics, captions and ideas to help organizations promote their stores.
Q. Can Team Apparel sales also benefit the organization financially?
A. Yes. If the organization chooses to include a royalty in its store structure, qualifying sales can generate revenue for the club. Organizations that do not want a royalty are not required to add one.
Accessories
Q. What types of custom accessories can Breakaway Sports provide?
A. Breakaway Sports can assist with items such as tumblers, magnets, keychains and other branded accessories in addition to apparel and Uniform products.
Q. Can accessories be customized with a team or organization logo?
A. Where appropriate and authorized, branded accessories can incorporate the organization’s approved identity or artwork. Logo usage remains subject to ownership and trademark permissions.
Q. Do custom accessories have minimum order quantities?
A. Minimums can vary depending on the item and whether it is being purchased as a bulk order. A Breakaway Sports representative can confirm the applicable quantity before an organization commits to an order.
Q. Is bulk pricing available for accessories?
A. Yes. Breakaway Sports representatives can provide information about available products, minimum quantities and bulk-order pricing for accessories.
Q. How can a team request an accessory that is not currently listed?
A. Organizations can describe the product they are looking for to their Breakaway Sports representative. For general product questions, contact Info@BreakawaySports.net or call 1-973-845-2910.
Logos & Trademarks
Q. Can Breakaway Sports print any team logo submitted by a customer?
A. No. The organization must either own the rights to the logo or have authorization from the entity that owns those rights. Breakaway Sports cannot print or distribute unauthorized trademarks or logos.
Q. What should a team provide before using a logo on merchandise?
A. The organization should provide approved artwork and confirm that it has the legal right or permission to reproduce the logo on apparel, uniforms or other merchandise.
Q. Why does Breakaway Sports require logo authorization?
A. Trademark and logo authorization protects the intellectual property rights of teams, leagues, schools and other organizations and helps ensure that merchandise is produced legally and appropriately.
Q. Can Breakaway Sports feature a team’s merchandise publicly?
A. Yes. Breakaway Sports may spotlight organizations and their merchandise online, but clubs that prefer not to have their gear publicly featured can request privacy.
Q. Can an organization control how its branding is used?
A. Yes. Organizations retain control over their branding and overall commerce strategy. Breakaway Sports does not require exclusive control of a club’s branding or merchandise activity.
Sizing & Fit
Q. How should a customer choose the correct apparel or Uniform size?
A. Each applicable product page includes a detailed size chart. Customers should review the chart and take measurements before ordering, particularly for custom Uniform pieces where fit is important and changes may not be possible after production begins.
Q. Are measurement instructions provided for Jerseys and other Uniform items?
A. Yes. Uniform products such as Jerseys, Shells and socks include measurement guidance alongside their size information to help customers choose an appropriate fit.
Q. Why should Uniform measurements be confirmed before ordering?
A. Custom Uniform items are made specifically for the order and may have more restrictive return or change policies than standard apparel. Confirming measurements beforehand reduces the risk of ordering an unsuitable size.
Q. How do customers choose the correct Equipment Bag size?
A. Equipment Bags have their own dimensional size charts. The appropriate bag can depend on the user’s age and role, such as goalie, standard player, youth player or travel use.
Q. What should a customer do if they are unsure about sizing?
A. Customers should review the product-specific size chart and measurement information before purchasing. If clarification is still needed, contact Breakaway Sports before submitting the order.
Processing, Shipping & Delivery
Q. Why do Breakaway Sports orders take longer than standard retail orders?
A. Breakaway Sports items are generally made to order rather than pulled from a warehouse. Production must therefore be completed before the order can be shipped to the customer.
Q. How long does Team Apparel usually take to arrive?
A. Typical production turnaround for Team Apparel is approximately 2–3 weeks from the order date before factoring in any additional seasonal delays.
Q. Why do custom Uniforms take 6–8 weeks?
A. Custom Uniform pieces require a specialized manufacturing process and are made specifically for each order. Typical production time is approximately 6–8 weeks, with additional time possible during peak seasons.
Q. Which shipping carriers does Breakaway Sports use?
A. Orders may be shipped through UPS, FedEx or USPS. Breakaway Sports selects the carrier based on the option expected to get the order to the customer most efficiently.
Q. Can an order be expedited?
A. Expedited shipping may be possible in some situations, but overnight or same-day delivery cannot be guaranteed because products are made on demand. Customers should contact Info@BreakawaySports.net or 1-973-845-2910 before the shipping confirmation is issued if they want to discuss expedited options.