Knowledge Centre — Community

Switching to a new uniform supplier can give your club a fresh look, improve purchasing efficiency, and even strengthen sponsorship relationships. By researching thoroughly, choosing the right sports apparel supplier, and planning ahead, your volleyball club can enjoy a smooth transition and professional, high-quality uniforms for years to come.

In 2025 we released the inaugural KPI Sports Club Sponsorship Report which is now publicly available.  This year's report reveals valuable insights into sponsorship strategies, challenges and recommendations on how community sports clubs can improve their sponsorship campaigns. 

Reversible Jerseys: are they right for your Club?  Why Single-Sided Jerseys Make More Sense For Football Clubs For many community sports clubs, especially those running internal miniroos and junior competitions, reversible jerseys seem like a simple fix. One jersey, two colours, the idea is to reduce kit clashes and cut costs at the same time. We often hear the question: would reversible jerseys be a good fit for U6 and U7 teams? On paper, reversible kits sound efficient. But when we look closer at the real world outcomes, especially from a player comfort, cost, and practicality standpoint, a different picture emerges....

Merchandise is an important and under-utilised income stream for community sports clubs, if done strategically. Download our free Club Guide to learn more.

In the evolving world of school sports, inclusivity and representation have become key elements of a positive student experience. One way that schools and sports programs can foster an inclusive environment is by offering gender-neutral uniform options. At KPI Sports, we recognise the importance of providing apparel that meets the needs of all students, ensuring they feel comfortable, confident, and valued as part of their team. Here’s why gender-neutral sports uniforms matter and how they can benefit students and the school community alike. Why Gender-Neutral Sports Uniforms Matter As schools become increasingly diverse, the need for gender-neutral options has become...

In today’s school environment, uniforms have become more than just a dress code – they’re a chance for students to represent their identity, pride, and unity, especially for graduating students involved in the design of their leavers' uniforms. At KPI Sports, we believe in the value of student engagement in the design process. Giving students a voice in designing their own uniforms ensures that they feel proud of what they wear, so they’re left with a positive and memorable experience of their final school year. Here’s why this approach is a win-win and how KPI Sports can help bring these...

Sun safety is a critical part of every outdoor based sports club. Community sports clubs, and other organisations conducting sport and recreation, have a duty of care to ensure a safe environment for their members, including players, volunteers and officials. This includes protecting people from the suns UV radiation and making sure participants are aware of the need to be sun safe. Developing and implementing a robust sun protection policy is a crucial way to ensure this duty of care is provided by community sports clubs. 

In the competitive realm of corporate branding, custom-branded uniforms play a crucial role and can benefit businesses of all sizes. Traditionally large corporations only benefited from bespoke uniform options, but the development of sublimation printing has changed the game. Small and medium sized businesses can now create branded uniforms with unprecedented customisation even in small production runs, creating a game-changer for corporate branding across all business sectors.

When it comes to ordering club uniforms, we want to reduce your stress levels for the next season, so we’ve created a list of recommended topics for you to discuss at your next committee meeting.