How to Purchase Authentic College Football Jerseys

For college football fans, nothing is quite like the excitement and electricity of game day. In anticipation of their favorite team's next matchup, fans all over the country make signs to bring to the stadium, paint themselves in their team colors and pull on a jersey of a beloved player. Wearing a college football jersey can be an essential part of a devoted fan's game-day ritual, but you'll want to make sure your shirt is authentic and that you're choosing the right supplier.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer with Internet access
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Instructions

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      Research NCAA shops that sell authentic jerseys. Read online reviews from past customers to determine the level of satisfaction other people have experienced. Visit the official shop of the NCAA (shopncaasports.com) to ensure that you're receiving a legitimate, authentic jersey from your favorite team.

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      Learn to spot fake jerseys. Typically, if the jersey is authentic, the color will be perfect and the stitching will line up flawlessly. Fake jerseys are often off in color, with stitching that is uneven or doesn't line up. If you're purchasing the jersey from a local shop, be sure to check for these indicators.

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      Don't go bargain hunting. Authentic jerseys are expensive. If a replica jersey costs around $70, an authentic jersey would be more like $270. While these aren't exact costs, they illustrate the difference in authentic and replica jerseys. If a vendor is selling what he says is an authentic jersey for less than $100, you can be quite sure it's a fake.

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      Check the shop's refund and return policy. You'll want to be able to exchange the jersey or obtain a refund if you're unhappy with its quality, particularly if you're buying online. Be sure there is a phone number or location of the shop on its website so that you can easily get in touch with the seller.

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      Before ordering, make sure you know what size shirt you want. And remember, authentic jerseys run big to accommodate shoulder pads.