Choosing the correct hockey jersey size is essential for comfort, mobility, and overall performance—whether you're skating onto the ice or supporting your team from the stands. Because hockey jerseys are intentionally designed with a relaxed, functional fit, selecting the ideal size depends on your preferred silhouette, your usual clothing size, and how you plan to layer underneath.

This guide breaks down everything you need to know, including how to measure yourself using shoulder width, bust, sleeve length, and jersey length, which align directly with the sizing details offered on our site.

Understanding Hockey Jersey Fit

Hockey jerseys are constructed with room through the shoulders, sleeves, and torso to support freedom of movement. This built-in flexibility allows for layering over base garments or protective gear while maintaining comfort.

Premier-style jerseys balance durability, mobility, and airflow—making them suitable for both active play and everyday fan wear.

Preferred Fit

Before choosing a size, think about how you want the jersey to feel:

Relaxed Fit: A looser silhouette that offers extra space in the shoulders and chest. Ideal for layering over sweatshirts, compression shirts, or cold-weather gear.

Classic Fan Fit: Easy-going, comfortable, and slightly oversized. Perfect for casual wear.

Performance Fit: Closer to the body, offering a more athletic and streamlined appearance for players who prefer less bulk.

Sleeve length and overall jersey length also influence your comfort, especially when reaching, stretching, or skating.

Layering Considerations

If you’re planning to wear the jersey in colder environments or during on-ice activity, layering will impact your fit. Shoulder pads, elbow pads, and thermal tops create additional bulk, so keep this in mind when selecting your size.

Choosing a size too small may restrict motion or feel overly warm once layered. A roomier size allows your gear and apparel to sit comfortably underneath without limiting performance.

Choosing the Right Size

Some customers prefer sizing up from their regular T-shirt size for a traditional hockey fit, while others stay true to size for a more tailored look. The best approach is to compare your measurements directly with the Fansidea size chart provided below.

Every body type is different, so using your actual measurements offers the most reliable result.

Using the Fansidea Size Chart

Our size chart includes four key measurements to help you choose confidently:

• Shoulder Width
• Bust (Chest Circumference)
• Sleeve Length
• Jersey Length

Matching your own measurements with these guidelines ensures the jersey fits comfortably across the body, sleeves, and shoulders.

How to Measure Yourself

Take a tape measure and follow these simple steps:

1. Shoulder Width

Measure from the tip of one shoulder bone across the upper back to the other shoulder bone. This determines how the jersey will sit and move across the shoulders.

2. Bust (Chest)

Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your chest. Keep it level across your back and under your arms. This is the most important measurement for determining jersey width.

3. Sleeve Length

Start at the top of the shoulder seam, then measure down to the wrist or your preferred length. This ensures your sleeves are neither too short nor uncomfortably long.

4. Jersey Length

Measure from the top of your shoulder down to your desired hemline. Hockey jerseys tend to run slightly longer for comfort and coverage.

Once you’ve recorded all four measurements, compare them to the Fansidea size chart below to find the size that best suits your needs.

Insights From Customer Feedback

Customer reviews can help identify:

Whether a style runs slightly larger or smaller

Comfort levels when layered

Fabric quality and durability after extended use

Ease of movement during gameplay or casual wear

These insights help set real expectations about fit and feel.

Special Sizing Considerations

Youth vs. Adult Jerseys

Youth sizing follows a different structure to support growing bodies and active movement. Always refer to the youth chart specifically when selecting for children.

Men’s vs. Women’s Cuts

Men’s hockey jerseys generally have a wider shoulder span, roomier bust, and longer sleeve lengths.
Women’s hockey jerseys often feature a more contoured cut with narrower shoulders and a shorter torso for a comfortable, flattering fit.

Goalie Jerseys

Goalie jerseys are intentionally wider and larger to accommodate the extensive padding required in goal. Refer to goalie-specific charts if purchasing this style.

Customizing Your Jersey

If you’re adding custom names, numbers, or artwork, ensure the size allows enough room for decoration without feeling too tight. Embroidery and stitching can slightly change how the jersey drapes, so avoid choosing a size that already feels snug.

Finding Your Ideal Hockey Jersey Fit

With the right measurements and fit preferences in mind, choosing the perfect hockey jersey size becomes simple and accurate. By using the Fansidea sizing chart and considering your layering needs, you can ensure your jersey offers the comfort, movement, and style you're looking for—on or off the ice.

Explore our customizable hockey jerseys and performance apparel to design a look that’s uniquely yours.