Gildan Youth Midweight Hooded Turtle Neck Sweatshirt

Gildan Youth Midweight Hooded Turtle Neck Long Sleeve Sweatshirt

Keep kids warm, comfortable, and ready for every adventure with the Gildan® Youth Midweight Hooded Turtle Neck Long Sleeve Sweatshirt. Designed with premium ring-spun cotton and a soft brushed fleece interior, this hoodie delivers the perfect balance of warmth, durability, and everyday comfort. Whether it's for school, outdoor play, sports, or weekend activities, this versatile sweatshirt is built to keep up with active lifestyles.

Made with partially recycled materials and featuring a 100% ring-spun cotton face, this hoodie offers superior softness and an excellent surface for screen printing, embroidery, and heat transfer customization. The jersey-lined hood without drawcords enhances safety while maintaining a clean, modern look.

Material & Quality Details

The Gildan Youth Midweight Hooded Turtle Neck Long Sleeve Sweatshirt is engineered from an 8.4 oz./yd² midweight fleece matrix composed of an 80% ring-spun cotton and 20% polyester blend, offering a superior balance of luxurious softness and dependable durability for active kids. The garment is constructed with a specialized 100% ring-spun cotton face, providing an ultra-smooth, low-lint surface optimized for high-definition screen printing, detailed embroidery, Direct-to-Garment (DTG), Direct-to-Film (DTF) prints, and heat transfers. The interior features a plush, brushed fleece texture created from partially recycled materials, delivering cozy thermal insulation for reliable everyday warmth. Performance-driven color variations include Sport Grey, utilizing a 75% cotton and 25% polyester blend, and Dark Heather, featuring a balanced 50% cotton and 50% polyester composition.

Built for structural longevity and youth convenience, the garment features a relaxed, classic youth silhouette that allows for easy movement during school and play. Grounded in environmental and social responsibility, the production process incorporates partially recycled fibers into the interior fleece profile. It is finished with a jersey-lined hood designed completely without drawcords to enforce strict youth safety standards. The construction is completed with flexible 1x1 rib knit cuffs and a secure waistband infused with spandex that help maintain shape, retain warmth, and prevent drafts during daily wear.

Key Features & Benefits

• Premium Ring-Spun Cotton Face: Features a 100% ring-spun cotton face yarn that provides a remarkably smooth, uniform canvas for crisp youth design placement and minimal surface fuzz.
• Drawcord-Free Safety Hood: Designed with an integrated jersey-lined hood configuration engineered entirely without drawcords to maintain essential safety compliance for children.
• Resilient Spandex Trim: Outfitted with 1x1 rib knit cuffs and a secure waistband infused with spandex for reliable stretch recovery, draft protection, and a snug fit during playground activities.
• Eco-Conscious Architecture: Manufactured using a brushed fleece interior made with partially recycled materials and premium cotton fibers for a reduced environmental footprint.
• Durable Fleece Build: Crafted with an 8.4 oz./yd² midweight fleece matrix that resists shrinkage, pilling, and everyday wear-and-tear from frequent laundering.

Perfect For

The flexible fleece profile, print-optimized face, and drawcord-free youth silhouette make this midweight hoodie highly adaptive for educational, athletic, and casual environments. It is highly recommended for:

• School uniforms, campus spirit wear, and student booster programs
• Youth sports teams, regional clubs, athletic leagues, and active outdoor training
• Family matching outfits, holiday events, custom group trips, and everyday casual wear
• Camping trips, scouting activities, outdoor adventures, and seasonal winter layering
• Custom screen printing operations, detailed embroidery shops, and private-label youth apparel brands

Product Specifications

• Product Type: Youth Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt
• Fit: Classic Youth Fit designed for natural movement and easy everyday layering
• Size Range: Available in a wide selection of youth sizes and vibrant colors
• Fabric Weight: 8.4 oz./yd²
• Material Blend: 80% Ring-Spun Cotton / 20% Polyester (Standard Colors); 75% Cotton / 25% Polyester (Sport Grey); 50% Cotton / 50% Polyester (Dark Heather)
• Face Fabric: 100% Ring-Spun Cotton for premium softness and printing quality
• Interior Fleece: Cozy brushed fleece made with partially recycled materials
• Hood Features: Jersey-lined hood completely free of drawcords for youth safety compliance
• Pockets: Spacious front kangaroo pouch pocket for storage and hand warmth
• Trim Details: 1x1 rib knit cuffs and waistband with spandex for enhanced stretch recovery
• Care Instructions: Machine wash cold with similar colors, tumble dry on low heat
• Customization Ready: Smooth ring-spun face optimized for screen printing, embroidery, DTG, DTF, and heat transfers

The Gildan Youth Midweight Hooded Sweatshirt delivers a flawless mix of cozy brushed fleece, active safety lines, and robust construction. Enjoy exceptional temperature management, an ultra-soft print-ready face, and a timeless look engineered for a child's daily routine.

Ready to upgrade your child's wardrobe or equip your youth group with dependable everyday comfort? Add the Gildan Youth Midweight Hooded Sweatshirt to your cart today.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What material is this sweatshirt made from?
A: Most colors are constructed from a premium 8.4 oz./yd² midweight fleece matrix consisting of 80% ring-spun cotton and 20% polyester, featuring a 100% ring-spun cotton face for maximum softness. Sport Grey features a 75/25 blend, and Dark Heather features a 50/50 blend.

Q: Is this hoodie suitable for custom printing?
A: Yes, definitely. The 100% ring-spun cotton face provides an exceptionally tight, low-lint weave and smooth surface that is ideal for screen printing, direct-to-garment (DTG) printing, Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing, custom heat transfers, and detailed embroidery.

Q: Does the hood have drawstrings?
A: No. The jersey-lined hood is built completely without drawcords, making it fully compliant with youth safety standards to prevent choking or snagging hazards.

Q: Is the inside fleece-lined?
A: Yes. It features a soft, brushed fleece interior built with partially recycled materials to offer comfortable warmth and a smooth feel against the body.

Q: Can it be machine washed?
A: Yes, absolutely. For best long-term results, machine wash cold with similar colors and tumble dry on a low heat setting.

Q: Is this sweatshirt good for school uniforms and team apparel?
A: Yes. Thanks to its comfortable classic fit, durable construction, and print-optimized fabric face, it is a highly popular choice for high-volume school clothing, youth sports teams, clubs, and organizations across the USA market.

Q: Is it suitable for cooler weather?
A: Yes. The 8.4 oz. midweight fleece interior provides excellent thermal insulation, making it well-suited for fall layering, winter weather conditions, and cooler spring days while remaining highly breathable for active wear.