Next-Generation Armor for the Gridiron
The days of shifting thigh pads and heavy, loose-fitting hip pads are over. Modern football requires athletes to be faster and more agile than ever before, which means their protective gear must move flawlessly with them. Protective compression gear—including integrated 5-pad and 7-pad girdles and padded compression shirts—serves as the ultimate base layer. By directly sewing flexible, high-density EVA foam into a tight 4-way stretch fabric, this gear ensures that your vital tailbone, thigh, and rib protection never slides out of place during a heavy collision or a rapid cut.
Breathable Protection That Won't Slow You Down
We stock specialized compression gear built to endure the brutal heat of training camp and the heavy impacts of Friday nights:
- Integrated Padded Girdles: Say goodbye to the hassle of snapping pads into slotted pants. Our compression girdles feature permanently sewn-in hip, tailbone, and thigh padding (with some models also including knee pads). Players simply pull them on like standard compression shorts, slide their uniform pants over the top, and they are instantly game-ready.
- Tri-Flex Cushion Shirts: Perfect for quarterbacks, running backs, and lacrosse players, our padded compression shirts utilize segmented, triangular foam padding. This allows the rib and shoulder armor to bend and contour naturally to the torso, providing maximum protection against blindside hits without restricting the athlete's throwing or tackling motion.
- Moisture-Wicking Fabrics: Sweat management is critical to player stamina. Our compression apparel utilizes advanced poly-spandex blends that aggressively wick moisture away from the skin, while grooved spacing between the foam pads allows cooling airflow to regulate body temperature under heavy pads.
Why Buy Your Compression Gear From Morley Athletic
Since 1931, Morley Athletic has been a trusted family tradition and a leading supplier of premium team sports equipment. We understand that outfitting an entire program with modern compression apparel requires balancing safety with your athletic budget. We offer highly competitive volume pricing and proudly accept school purchase orders. When you shop with Morley Athletic, you are partnering with 95 years of expertise dedicated to equipping your athletes with the best technology on the market.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between a 5-pad and a 7-pad girdle?
A 5-pad compression girdle features integrated padding for the hips, tailbone, and thighs. A 7-pad girdle includes all of those, plus integrated knee pads extending further down the leg. If a player wears a 5-pad girdle, they must wear outer pants with built-in or slotted knee pads to remain compliant with standard football safety rules.
2. Do I wear a girdle under traditional football pants?
Yes. Padded compression girdles are designed to act as a highly protective base layer (underwear). Players pull the tight-fitting girdle on first, and then pull their standard, unpadded game or practice pants directly over the top.
3. How do you wash compression gear with sewn-in pads?
To prevent bacterial growth like MRSA, compression gear must be washed regularly. Machine wash the gear inside-out on a cold, gentle cycle using standard detergent. Always air dry. Never place padded compression gear in a hot clothes dryer, as the intense heat will melt the spandex fibers and permanently warp or shrink the protective foam.
4. Will padded compression shirts restrict a quarterback's throwing motion?
No. Modern padded shirts use segmented "cut" foam rather than solid blocks of rigid plastic. These triangular foam pieces bend and flex with the athlete's torso, ensuring complete, unrestricted range of motion for passing, reaching, and twisting.
5. Do you accept school purchase orders for locker room apparel?
Absolutely. Morley Athletic has worked directly with schools and universities for over nine decades. We happily accept school purchase orders. Athletic directors and equipment managers can easily submit a formal PO to purchase bulk padded girdles, compression shirts, and uniform accessories for their entire program.
