Spring League is continuing with the tradition of a uniform contest. Each player is given a white t-shirt with our AYSO logo. Each division from U6 to U12 can participate. Teams will be judged by the Spring Board. Each Division will have one winner. The prize is a pizza party for the coach and players. Prizes for honorable mentions. The best overall team uniform will win a bigger prize.

Guidelines.
1. Players first or last name shall not be on the uniform (this is for child safety).
2. Uniforms have to be completed by March 12, 2017.
3. Send a photo(s) of your team to [email protected] by March 19, 2017 with your Team Number.
4. Winners to be posted by April 2, 2017.
5. Must use the AYSO t-shirts provided. Do not purchase any other t-shirts.
6. Any add-ons to the uniform should not pose a safety hazard for any players. For example, no metal or studs.
7. Uniform colors do not have to match the socks.
8. Uniform colors do not have to be tie dyed.
9. Be creative.

Below are helpful hints on how to tie dye t-shirts:

Advice from a Champion and Award Winning T-Shirt Designer
My advice on decorating your tee shirt is get your idea, watch a how-to video on it, and then use an old white t-shirt to practice. Ask yourself: Did the technique work? Can you duplicate it for the whole team? For fun, make the coach and assistant coach a matching tee shirt.
When I first tie-dyed, I was told Jacquard dye is the best. If you want “bright”, go with that one. It’s pricier, but color holds. This link shows basic and more advanced techniques.
http://vimeo.com/album/2385134
If you don’t sew, but want to add a small detail, try heat n bond (remember to wash in cold and line dry).

Heat N Bond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmDvjE14tek
If you want some areas to stay white, try a resist.

Tulip Tie-Dye resist
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahMbujDBlhg

You can also use your printer and Jolee’s easy image transfer paper (or similar product) to iron-on an image to your tee. I’d recommend a small image. Over time, the color comes off too. Cold wash and line dry would probably help it last through the season.
http://www.michaels.com/iron-on-transfer-paper-colored-fabric/10397768.html?productsource=Recommendations

You can find plenty of instructional videos on YouTube and a wealth of information by a quick online search. Be creative and have fun. If it’s frustrating, STOP! Try again later.