There are many uses for bowler’s shirts. One obvious use is for the bowling enthusiast to wear during league play. These shirts are usually customized with the person’s name and any sponsorship their team may have. Some people like nicknames instead of their full name. People may come in as individuals or as whole teams, so be sure to stock a good number of each style shirt. Leagues may also place limits or have guidelines for what is allowed on their shirts, so check with your league president before making your purchase. If you are a vendor be sure to know what your local bowling alley requires so you can help guide customers through the buying experience.
Another use for bowler’s shirts is as gifts. Even if your friend, relative, spouse , or boss does not bowl on a league, they may still be avid bowlers. These mavens of the alley will still appreciate a well fitted and stylish shirt. Be sure to check their size before you buy because bowling shirts are made for movement and athletic activity and should be fitted as such. Each shirt is usually customized so be sure to find out what name or nickname your recipient may want.
Fundraising is another place one may find use for bowler’s shirts. Bowling is often used as a fundraiser to injured individuals, philanthropic causes, schools, or athletic teams. The coordinator of the event may want to outfit all participants giving each of them a shirt as a thank you for their donation. In addition, bowling shirts may also be given as prizes for the best bowlers or raffled off to raise additional funds for the cause. Some events such as breast cancer have certain colors associated with them: pink. It is important to be able to find enough shirts of one color to accommodate this activity.
Believe it or not bowler’s shirts can also be used as a fashion statement. Growing numbers of people are looking to buck the fashion trends and go retro. These shirts can give an outfit a 50’s look and give the wearer distinct look. Groups of people going out together may also want to turn heads by having the entire entourage walk through the door wearing matching outfits. A cool logo or provocative nickname on the shirt can be a conversation in itself. The wilder the color and more outrageous the logo and name the better.
Memories are important to all of us and bowlers are no exception. Bowler’s shirts can make great keepsakes for memorable seasons or close friends. Sometimes milestones such as 300 games are reached and the shirt may serve as a reminder of that great day. You can get the shirt specially customized with the date and milestone reached. The shirt can be kept in a drawer or other safe place to last many years. Some may prefer to encase the shirt in a glass frame for display and to guard against fading over the years.