Jerzees 973B - Youth NuBlend® Fleece Sweatpants - Ash
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Description
The Jerzees 973B is an 8.0 oz 50/50 cotton/polyester NuBlend fleece youth sweatpant with an elastic waistband, inside drawcord, and open bottom legs. The NuBlend technology reduces pilling on the fleece face, which keeps the pants looking new through the repeated washing that youth garments endure. School PE programs, youth sports teams, dance studios, and camp uniform orders use the 973B as the budget youth fleece pant that pairs with NuBlend crewnecks and hoodies for a coordinated uniform set.
Screen printing is the primary decoration method. The fleece face holds plastisol ink for team logos and school names on the left leg or hip panel. Standard plastisol works at normal cure temperatures on the 50/50 blend. DTF transfers bond to the cotton/poly fleece at standard press settings. Heat transfer vinyl for player names and numbers. Embroidery works on the hip area with proper stabilizer.
- Brand: Jerzees
- Style: 973B (Youth NuBlend Fleece Sweatpants)
- Fabric: 8.0 oz, 50/50 cotton/polyester NuBlend fleece
- Waistband: Elastic with inside drawcord
- Leg: Open bottom
- Pockets: None
- Fit: Youth
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL
- Colors: 8 colors (check product page for current availability)
- Case quantity: 36 units per case
- Care: Machine wash warm, tumble dry medium
Wholesale pricing with bulk discounts that increase with case and unit quantity, among the lowest prices online for this style. The NuBlend anti-pill technology keeps the fleece face looking new through repeated laundering, which matters for school uniforms that get washed weekly. Stocked colors ship fast within the US. Browse the full wholesale sweatpants collection for more options.
Features
- 100% preshrunk cotton
- Made with sustainably and fairly grown USA cotton
- Seamless rib at neck
- Taped shoulder-to-shoulder
- Double-needle stitching throughout
- Tear-away label
- Quarter-turned to eliminate center crease
- 7/8" collar
- Classic fit
Shipping & Returns
All Blank orders of $59 or more are shipped FREE same day via UPS Ground. Blank orders under $59 will qualify for the following shipping options:
- USPS Blank Apparel Shipping (2-4 Business Days): $4.99
- UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $8.99
Read our Shipping Policy for more information.
Fill out the Blank Apparel Return Form within 30 days of the order date to be eligible for a refund or return.
Note: All blank orders shipped outside of the continental US are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund.

Decoration Method Compatibility
How this blank performs across popular decoration methods.
| Method | Compatible | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Print (Plastisol) | ✓ | Primary method. NuBlend fleece holds plastisol. Left leg or hip placement. Standard cure on 50/50 blend. |
| DTF Transfer | ✓ | Bonds to cotton/poly fleece at standard settings. Full-color artwork on leg panels. |
| Heat Transfer Vinyl | ✓ | Player names and numbers on youth team orders. |
| Embroidery | ✓ | Hip area with proper stabilizer. Moderate stitch density on 8.0 oz fleece. |
| Sublimation | ✗ | 50/50 cotton/poly does not carry sublimation dye to full vibrancy. |
Youth Fleece Sweatpants Options
| Spec | Jerzees 973B | Gildan G182B |
|---|---|---|
| Starting At | $6.78 | $8.00 |
| Weight | 8.0 oz | 8.0 oz |
| Yarn / Fabric | 50/50 cotton/poly NuBlend | 50/50 cotton/poly |
| Fit | Youth, S-XL | Youth, S-XL |
| Construction | Open bottom, elastic waist, no pockets | Elastic cuff, elastic waist |
| Best For | Budget youth fleece pant with anti-pill for school programs | Youth fleece pant with elastic cuffs for a tapered look |
Fabric Blend by Color Group
Not all colorways share the same fabric composition. Check the blend before ordering for decoration jobs where substrate matters.
| Color Group | Blend | Print Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Light (Ash, Oxford) | 50/50 cotton/polyester NuBlend fleece | Light colors print without underbase. Screen print and DTF bond cleanly. NuBlend anti-pill surface. |
| Dark solids (Black, Forest Green, True Red, J Navy, Royal, Maroon) | 50/50 cotton/polyester NuBlend fleece | White underbase for light-color plastisol. DTF and HTV with contrasting colors. Standard dye-migration risk at 50/50. |





