Looking for UPF 50 shirts your team will actually want to wear? Australian summers are long and bright. If your team spends the day outdoors, their uniform is their first line of defence against the sun.
Whether you run a sailing club, a surf lifesaving crew, a school sports program or an outdoor work team, the right branded apparel keeps people protected and comfortable, and makes them look like one team.
- 2: Why Custom UPF 50 Shirts Matter for Outdoor Teams
- Introducing the AllPro Performance Range
- 5 of the Best UPF 50 Shirts and Layers for Teams
- How to Build a Matching Team Kit
- Printing or Embroidering Your UPF 50 Shirts
- Why Order Your Team’s UPF 50 Shirts With OCC Apparel?
- Plan Ahead for Summer
- UPF 50 Shirts FAQ
- Ready to Get Your Team Sun-Smart?
2: Why Custom UPF 50 Shirts Matter for Outdoor Teams
UPF stands for Ultraviolet Protection Factor. It measures how much UV radiation a fabric blocks. A UPF 50 fabric lets through only about 1/50th (2%) of UV radiation. That puts it in the “excellent protection” category under the Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS 4399.
Covering up is one of the simplest ways to protect skin outdoors. That’s why Cancer Council’s SunSmart program recommends sun-protective clothing alongside sunscreen, a hat, shade and sunglasses.
Branded UPF 50 shirts also do something sunscreen can’t. They make your volunteers, players and staff look like a team that takes care of its people.
Introducing the AllPro Performance Range
That’s why we’re excited to offer the AllPro performance range at OCC Apparel. These lightweight, moisture-wicking garments have UPF 50 sun protection and are made to be printed or embroidered with your logo.
5 of the Best UPF 50 Shirts and Layers for Teams
1. AllPro 48510 Long Sleeve Hooded T-Shirt
If you only choose one of our UPF 50 shirts, make it this one. The 48510 is built for long days on the water, at the field or on site:
- UPF 50 sun protection built into the fabric
- A full-coverage 3-piece hood and long sleeves to protect the neck and arms
- Lightweight 136gsm Pro-Lock performance fabric that’s moisture-wicking and comfortable in the heat
- Snag-resistant, with colour that lasts wash after wash
- A smooth surface for crisp printing, so your logo looks sharp
- Navy, Black, Charcoal, Heather Steel, Red and Royal, in sizes XS to 2XL
It suits sailing and rowing clubs, surf lifesaving, fun runs and events, school sport, volunteer teams and outdoor crews. In short, it’s for anyone who needs sun protection that still looks like a proper uniform.
2. AllPro 41SP0 Sorona® Polo
Some teams need something smarter, such as clubhouse staff, corporate teams and event crews. For them, the new 41SP0 Sorona® Polo is a standout. It has natural stretch and recovery, a wrinkle-resistant finish and pin-dot mesh to keep the air moving. It comes in Forest Green, Black, Navy, Sand and White, in sizes XS to 4XL.
What is Sorona®? Sorona® is a performance fibre made partly from plants: 37% of the polymer comes from annually renewable plant-based ingredients. It gives fabric natural stretch without spandex, a soft feel and resistance to fading. The 41SP0 is made with 40% Sorona®, so it’s a great fit for purpose-led brands that want their uniforms to reflect their values.
3. AllPro 48000 Performance Tee
This is a short-sleeve option with UPF 50 protection and moisture-wicking fabric. It comes in 8 colours, and youth sizes are available, so juniors can match the seniors.
4. AllPro 41800 Performance Polo
This polo has UPF 50 protection and moisture-wicking fabric, and youth sizes are available. It’s a sharp choice for coaches, officials and staff.
5. AllPro STF870 Stretch Fleece Quarter-Zip
This is the perfect layer for early starts and cool evenings. It looks great embroidered with your logo on the chest.
To finish the kit, add matching performance shorts in adult and youth sizes.
How to Build a Matching Team Kit
AllPro styles work easily together, so you can mix and match styles and colours across one order:
| Who | Suggested garment |
|---|---|
| Players and crew | 48510 Hooded Tee or 48000 Performance Tee |
| Coaches and officials | 41800 Performance Polo |
| Clubhouse, corporate and event staff | 41SP0 Sorona® Polo |
| Early starts and cool evenings | STF870 Quarter-Zip |
| Juniors | 48000 Tee and 41800 Polo in youth sizes, plus shorts |
Printing or Embroidering Your UPF 50 Shirts
Great garments deserve great decoration. We have more than 22 years in the apparel industry and studios in Sydney and on the Gold Coast, and we’ll recommend the right method for your fabric and design:
- Screen printing: bold colours and the best value on larger runs
- Embroidery: a premium, long-lasting finish for polos and quarter-zips
- Transfers and digital printing: full colour and fine detail
Every order comes with a free mock-up, so you’ll see exactly how your logo looks before anything goes to print. Learn more about our decoration services.
Why Order Your Team’s UPF 50 Shirts With OCC Apparel?
- Orders from just 20 units: ideal for clubs, schools and small teams
- Easy reorders: we keep your screens for 6 months, so reordering the same print within that time means no screen setup charges
- 5% off for not-for-profits: just mention it when you request your quote
- One trusted partner: garments, decoration and finishing, all handled by one experienced team
- Nationwide delivery: we print and ship Australia-wide
Plan Ahead for Summer
Summer is our busiest time of year. If you order your UPF 50 shirts early, you get the best choice of stock, colours and production dates, and your team is kitted out before the season starts.
UPF 50 Shirts FAQ
What is the minimum order for custom UPF 50 shirts?
What does UPF 50 mean?
Do I still need sunscreen when wearing a UPF 50 shirt?
Can I reorder the same design later?
Do you offer discounts for not-for-profits?
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Ready to Get Your Team Sun-Smart?
Tell us what you need, and we’ll come back with a quote and a free mock-up of your logo on your new UPF 50 shirts.
Request a free quote or email orders@occapparel.com.au.