Men's volley baselayers

The net stands at two metres forty-three for men, and to attack above that, the body must be warm and free to move. The men's volley baselayers, undershirts, leggings, and compression shorts form the layer that keeps the muscles ready and the skin dry.

Worn under the match kit or on their own in training, they come in adult and junior sizes.

Base layer: the layer for cold halls

This page leads with the base layer. Short or long sleeves, snug fit, it's worn under the team jersey when the gym is cold or during the first sets. Its breathable fabric wicks sweat away to the outside. During the match, the outfit is set by your club: check the chosen colour before you pick.

Compression leggings and shorts: keeping the muscles in check

The compression shorts slip under the shorts and support the thighs during jumps and landings. They also protect the skin during defensive dives. The long legging keeps the legs warm during warm-up and fitness training. Choose a firm compression without restricting circulation.

Sports boxers: the base of the outfit

The page also features sports boxers and briefs. More technical than regular underwear, they offer support without chafing and dry quickly. Useful for long tournament days, where you play several matches in a row.

Hummel, Errea, Under Armour: the base layer for volleyball players

Hummel offers its Pro leggings in black, navy or grey. Errea has the Active Tense Lite base layer in white or black. Under Armour provides its HeatGear Armour leggings in various colours. Craft offers the ADV Essence leggings, Joma its Brama base layers, and Uhlsport its Distinction Pro and Bionikframe leggings.

Men's baselayer: with jersey, shorts and joggers

The baselayer combines with the rest of the match outfit. The jerseys are on the men's jerseys page and the shorts on the men's shorts page. For warm-up, add joggers from the men's pants page. All men's textiles are gathered on the men's textile page.

Compression layers on sale

The leggings and base layers from clearance sales often go through the men's clearance. The men's sales and the special textile offers are other options.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of a baselayer in volleyball?

It keeps the muscles warm, wicks away sweat and, in compression version, supports the thighs during jumps. The shorts also protect the skin during dives. It's a useful layer from the first warm-up to the last set.

Should I choose a tight or loose base layer?

A base layer is worn close to the body to wick away sweat effectively. If it's too loose, it will wrinkle under the jersey. When using compression, follow the size chart closely.

Can you wear long leggings in a match?

In indoor competitions, the outfit is set by the club, often with shorts, but wearing compression shorts underneath is still possible. The long legging is reserved for warm-up and training. Check with your club for guidelines.

What colour of base layer should I choose?

In a match, choose the dominant colour of your jersey, or the colour required by your competition's rules. For training, black and white go with everything. A club may set the colour for the whole team.