What to wear to basketball training: a kit list for kids
New season, new club, or a first trial practice. Whichever it is, the same question comes up: hvad skal mit barn have på til basketball træning? The short answer is less than you think. A kid needs to move freely, stay dry and have a pair of shoes that belong on a hall floor. Everything else is a bonus.
Here is the kit list we share with parents at ZWISH youth camps, in the order it matters.
The basics for basketballtøj til børn
1. Indoor court shoes
This is the one item to get right. Use clean shoes that stay indoors, with a sole that grips the hall floor and supports the ankle. Running shoes work for a first session. Shoes worn on the street leave dust on the court, and the grip suffers.
2. A jersey or training top
Pick a top that is light and lets the arms move. Many clubs use reversible jerseys for scrimmages, so check with the coach before buying a matching one. Not sure about size? Our jersey and shorts size guide for kids walks through it. Browse the jerseys or start with Kids & Youth.
3. Shorts with room to move
Shorts should not ride up when a kid squats or sprints. Go for a comfortable fit with a secure waistband. See all shorts.
4. Basketball socks
Socks take a lot of the wear in training. Pick a pair that stays up and fits snugly, and bring a spare. Have a look at our socks.
Nice to have
Compression and sleeves
Some kids like a compression layer under the kit, especially in a cold hall. It is a preference, not a requirement. Read the parent's guide to compression tights and sleeves, or browse compression and sleeves.
Matching sets
A top and shorts that match make packing easy, and the kid walks in with the fit sorted. See the sets.
A ball of their own
Most clubs bring balls, but a kid who practises at home improves faster. The right size depends on age, so read which basketball size your child needs and check the basketballs.
The training bag checklist
- Indoor court shoes, clean and dry
- Jersey or breathable training top
- Shorts
- Spare socks
- Water bottle, filled
- Small towel
- Hair tie or headband for long hair
- Spare t-shirt for the ride home
- Any medication or tape the coach should know about
Going away for a few days? The camp packing list covers the longer version.
What to skip
Jewellery, watches and anything that can catch on a hand. Long drawstrings and loose chains are also better left at home. Keep layers simple so a kid can take one off when the hall warms up.
How to dress a growing kid
Kids grow fast, so buy for the season, not for two years ahead. Kit that is too big gets in the way on the court. If the size is wrong, free shipping in Denmark from 499 kr and 30-day returns make it easy to swap.
Training is where kids find out what they like about the game. A good pair of shoes, a kit that fits and a full water bottle is enough to get them going. See the full range for young hoopers in Kids & Youth, or look at training gear.
Shop the kit
- Kids & Youth – clothing in youth sizes
- Sets – top and shorts that match
- Socks – bring a spare pair
- Headbands – for long hair