S1: Jerseys: With respect to Pop Warner core value that every child
plays, each football jersey should feature numbers that are clearly
visible and legible from the stands and press box. Visibility helps
ensure proper record of playing time per our Mandatory Play Rule
(Rule 10).
1. Home & Away Jerseys
a. All teams will be required to have Home and Away jerseys.
b. The body of Home Jersey (inside the shoulders, from the
yoke to the bottom of the jersey) shall be Dark in color.
c. The body of Away jersey (inside the shoulders, from the
yoke to the bottom of the jersey) shall be White in color.
2. Jersey Body
a. The front and back of the jersey shall be solid, without
graphics or decoration NOT including the number, from the
yoke to the bottom of the jersey, front and back.
I. A gradient of two solid colors may be used on the
Home jersey; both colors shall be dark.
b. Gradation is defined as a visual technique of gradually
transitioning from one color hue to another and the
blending of the two solid colors will NOT be declared as
another color.
c. The shoulders of the jersey, as well as a vertical band
directly under the armpits (typically about four inches in
width), may contain a design or contrasting color.
d. No design may infringe on the number.
3. Jersey Numbers
a. Number must be placed on the front and back of the jersey.
See Part V, Rule 13 for availability and use of numbers.
b. The numbers shall be centered horizontally and be a
minimum 6 inches high on the front and minimum 8 inches
high on the back.
c. The color and style of the number shall be the same on the
front and back.
d. The body of the number shall be clearly visible and legible.
e. If the body of the jersey features a gradient, then the body
of the number shall be a single, solid color that clearly
contrasts with the body of the jersey.
f. A number border(s) is not required but is permitted. If used,
shall be a minimum of ¼” and clearly contrast with both the
jersey and number color.
g. Only numbers 0-99 are permitted.
5. Game Play
a. The Away team is responsible for avoidance of similarity of
colors, but if there is doubt, the referee may require players
of the Home team to change jerseys.
b. The terms “white” and “dark” have specific meanings.
Jerseys of competing teams must contrast each other. The
away jersey must be “white” in color. The dark jersey must
be a dark color such as black, navy blue, forest green, etc.”
c. Consult with your region if you are unsure about this before
securing new jerseys.
6. The Official Authorized Pop Warner Patch must be displayed
on every uniform for games and competitions. Football Patches
must be placed on left front chest. Top of the patch should be in
line between v-neck and sleeve.
Failure to have any of the above required equipment during a game,
shall subject the participant to be removed until such time as the
required equipment has been repaired, replaced or added. The use
of any altered equipment shall result in player disqualification if in a
game.