The Playbook: How to Get Your Jersey Customised with Name & Numbers

March 3, 2026

There is nothing quite like sliding on a fresh kit, looking down at the crest, and turning around to show off the name and number on your back. It’s more than just ink and fabric—it’s identity, belonging, and authentic fandom.

At Name & Numbers, we turn blank jerseys into premium, personalised icons. Whether you are backing a superstar like Erling Haaland or printing your own signature nameplate, we bring stadium-quality, official lettering straight to your wardrobe.

To help you get your kit customized seamlessly, here is exactly how our purchasing and application process works.

Step 1: Choose Your Path (Three Ways to Get Personalised)

We want to make the customisation process as frictionless as possible. You have three main routes to get your perfect kit:

Option A: The All-In-One Package (Purchase Jersey + Print From Us)

We source official jerseys for you! When you purchase an official jersey directly from Name & Numbers, the application are done 100% free of charge. Just select your jersey, choose your player or custom name/number combo, and we'll handle the rest before shipping it out. We will engage you separately to confirm details (Team, Size, etc). There will be a 15% Admin fee on the retail price.

Option B: Bring Your Own Jersey (Application Only)

Already own the jersey and just need the magic touch? No problem!

You buy the Name & Number set from our store.
You arrange to get your jersey to us (we'll provide the drop-off or courier address upon checkout).
We apply the customisation to your jersey free of charge.
Once ready, you just pay for the return shipping to get your freshly customized kit sent back to your door.

Option C: DIY Customisation (Loose Sets Only)

Are you a shirt collector, running a local sports shop, or do you have access to a professional heat press? You can order our premium Name & Number sets as loose transfers. We will ship the raw, stadium-quality lettering and numbering sets directly to you so you can manage your own application at your convenience. We will provide application instructions.

Step 2: Our 2-Day Customisation Cycle

Because we refuse to rush our heat-press process, we run on a highly systemised, 2-day "shipping and application" prep cycle. This ensures that every single name and number is perfectly aligned, pressed at the exact required temperature (130–140°C), and cooled correctly for maximum durability.

Here is when your order will be ready based on when you place it:

If You Order On...	Your Kit Will Be Ready On...
Monday	Wednesday
Wednesday	Friday
Friday	The Following Wednesday

Tip: Plan your orders ahead of weekend matchdays to ensure your jersey is ready to wear when the whistle blows!

Step 3: Shipping

We ship nationwide across South Africa.

Behind the Scenes: Our Passion Project Disclaimer 🛠️

Here at Name & Numbers, this isn't just a corporate assembly line - this is a genuine passion project and side hustle run by absolute sports fanatics.

Because we hold day jobs during the week, the vast majority of our customisation and application work is done meticulously after hours (evenings and weekends). We treat every single shirt like it's part of our own collection. Doing this after hours means we don't rush; we take our time to make sure your nameplate is perfectly straight, your numbers are aligned to official league specifications, and the press is absolutely flawless. We appreciate your patience and support of a local, independent business!