Independent Trading Co. Youth Lightweight Special Blend Raglan Hooded Sweatshirt | PRM15YSB

Description

The Independent Trading Co. PRM15YSB is the youth version of one of the most decorated hoodies in the blank apparel market. The special blend fabric — a poly-cotton-rayon mix — gives you the soft hand-feel parents want with the print stability decorators need. Raglan sleeves mean no shoulder seams to work around, and the lightweight construction makes it wearable year-round without overheating active kids.

Who Orders It

Elementary and middle schools run these for spirit wear programs. Youth sports leagues — soccer clubs, swim teams, Little League organizations — use them as player gear and parent merch. Summer camps order them as cabin hoodies and end-of-session keepsakes. Dance studios and gymnastics programs like the fitted raglan cut for layering. Children’s brands building their first apparel lines start here because the quality matches the price point without compromising on decoration results.

Decoration

The special blend fabric takes screen printing exceptionally well — ink sits on top of the fibers with minimal bleed, even on heather colorways. DTG prints come out sharp with good color saturation. For embroidery, the lightweight fleece requires proper backing to prevent puckering, but holds standard left-chest logos and sleeve designs cleanly. The raglan construction gives you an uninterrupted front panel for larger prints. Preshrunk fabric means your decoration stays where you put it after washing.

Specifications

• Lightweight special blend fleece — poly-cotton-rayon construction
• Raglan sleeves for full range of motion and seamless print area
• Double-needle stitching at stress points
• Preshrunk for dimensional stability after washing
• Jersey-lined hood
• Youth sizing: XS through XL

Common Questions

What decoration method works best on this hoodie?
Screen printing gives you the cleanest results on the special blend fabric. DTG works well for full-color designs. Embroidery is solid for logos but use appropriate backing given the lightweight fleece.

Is this good for school spirit wear programs?
This is one of the most popular youth hoodies for school programs. The lightweight construction works for indoor wear and layering, the raglan cut looks sharp, and the price point makes sense for volume orders.

How does the sizing run?
True to standard youth sizing. The raglan cut gives a slightly roomier shoulder and arm fit than set-in sleeve styles. Order based on typical youth size charts.

What’s the minimum order for custom decoration?
We work with programs from 12 pieces. Most decorated apparel programs start at 24–50 pieces. Request a quote and we’ll work with your specific order size.

Ready to build your youth program? Get a custom quote and we’ll walk you through the decoration options that make sense for your order.