The return of clubs with Macron
The Macron selection for back to school brings together equipment from the Italian teamwear brand: training kits, tracksuits, bags, and accessories to dress players, coaches, and clubs for the new season. A brand present from football to rugby, to volley and handball, dressing both professional and amateur clubs.
The Italian teamwear, from football to rugby and including volley.
Macron, from distribution to teamwear
Macron was founded in 1971 in Bologna, Italy, as the exclusive distributor of baseball gear from American brands. In the 1980s, the company began making clothing for major sports brands before launching its own brand in the 1990s. It settled in 1994 in Crespellano, near Bologna, and entered professional football in 2001 by outfitting Bologna FC, its first contract. Its development outside Italy began in 2005, with teamwear as its specialty.
Equipping a club with a consistent range
The Macron teamwear is chosen from a range that stays in the catalogue for several years: a club can thus complete its squad along the way, when a new player arrives, without mismatching the kits. Sizes range from child to adult, from the sports school to the first team, and the colours reflect the most common colours of clubs. The technical fabrics made of polyester dry quickly and withstand repeated washes, and the smooth jerseys lend themselves to printing the number, name, or club crest.
The other brands for training
The selection also includes equipment and gear from other brands: the balls Select, the handball Kempa, the equipment Sporti France, Tremblay CT, Lynx Sport, and fitness Leader Fit, on the page training equipment and gear.
Bags, tracksuits, and training kits
At the start, a player's gear consists of a few Macron pieces. The tracksuit, with a zip-up jacket and trousers, is worn during warm-ups and on the bench. The training kit, consisting of a lightweight t-shirt and shorts, is complemented by a sweatshirt for evening sessions when temperatures drop. The sports bag, with a separate compartment for shoes, keeps muddy studs away from clean clothes. Marking each piece with the player's name avoids unintentional exchanges in the changing rooms, which are common when the whole team wears the same kit.
Washing and maintaining club kits
A club kit is washed weekly: when properly cleaned, it lasts several seasons. Polyester jerseys and shorts are washed inside out, at thirty degrees, to preserve prints and numbers, and without fabric softener, which clogs the fibres and hinders moisture wicking. The tumble dryer can damage the markings: air drying on a hanger is sufficient for fabrics that dry quickly. For a club, grouping the kits into a mesh bag by player after each match simplifies collective washing and limits losses.
Frequently asked questions
What sports does the Macron brand supply?
The brand mainly outfits team sports: football, rugby, basketball, volleyball, and handball, for players as well as staff. Its ranges cover match, training, and travel kits.
How to order kits in multiple sizes for a club?
Have players try out a sample of sizes or take their measurements before placing an order. Include a few extra pieces in common sizes for new arrivals during the year.
How to choose the size of a teamwear shirt?
Measure the player's chest circumference and refer to the size guide for the model, as cuts can vary from range to range. Between two sizes, choose the larger one for a growing youth, and the smaller one for a fitted cut.
Is it necessary for the whole team to have matching tracksuits?
It’s not mandatory, but a common tracksuit strengthens the club’s identity during travel and warm-ups. Chosen from a consistent range, it allows for equipping new players over the years.
How many sets of jerseys should be planned for a team?
One main set and one set of a different colour avoid confusion with the opponents. Plan a few more jerseys than the squad for substitutes, new players, and potential damages.
