Baseball Apparel Market

Baseball Apparel Market Outlook (2023-2033)

The global baseball apparel market is expected to garner a market value of US$ 614.35 Million in 2023 and is expected to accumulate a market value of US$ 850 Million by registering a CAGR of 3.3% in the forecast period 2023-2033. Growth of the baseball apparel market can be attributed to the increasing changes in the manufacturing techniques of baseball apparel. The market for baseball apparel registered a CAGR of 2.7% in the historical period 2018-2022.

Baseball baseball apparel is specially designed baseball apparel used for playing baseball. It includes a bat, gloves, helmet, ball, and other protective gear which is widely used in playing baseball. Different types of bats are available in the market. These include wooden, alloy, composite, hybrid, and others.

Four types of gloves are used in playing baseball which includes outfielder, infielder, first base, and catcher. These four types of gloves have different functions and designs as well as are available in different sizes. There are three types of helmets such as fastpitch, open face, and jaw guard helmet which are widely used in baseball. Protective gears include shin guards, foot guards, and others that protect against balls fouled straight down.

Baseball is a subtle and complicated game for two teams that are predominantly played in U.S., Japan, Cuba, Dominican Republic, China, and other countries around the globe. Baseball ball is played with help of different baseball apparel which includes the bat, ball, gloves, helmet, and other protective gears.

This baseball apparel is available in different types which has different functions. Composite and wooden baseball is widely used by institutional and individual players in most countries around the globe.

The increase in popularity of the sport across the globe owing to its fast pace and physical nature attracts many consumers to watch and ultimately play the sport either casually as exercise, or start seriously practicing the sport to turn it into a profession.

Moreover, governments have increased investment in sports and sports scholarships as well as sports events which further motivates the younger population of the countries in which the sort is popular to take up the sport professionally.

Report Atteibutes	Details
Anticipated Base Year Value (2022)	US$ 594.72 Million
Expected Market Value (2023)	US$ 614.35 Million
Projected Forecast Value (2033)	US$ 850 Million
Global Growth Rate (2023-2033)	3.3% CAGR
Expected Market Share of North America Market (2023)	40%
Expected Market Share of Asia Pacific (2023)	35%
Major Baseball apparel Service Providers	Nike SSK Nokona Wilson (Amer Sports) Mizuno Under Armour Zett Louisville Slugger Rawlings (Jarden) Easton

Sales Analysis of Baseball Apparel (2018-2022) Vs. Market Forecast Outlook (2023-2033)

According to Fact.MR, the market baseball apparel market registered a CAGR of 2.7% in the historical period 2018-2022.

The growth of the baseball apparel Industry was severely restricted owing to the onset of the pandemic, owing to lockdowns and quarantines enforced throughout the world. The pandemic had brought all major sports, such as football, cricket, rugby, and hockey, to a halt and baseball is no exception.

All baseball clubs and training centers were closed for a long time and people were forced to stay at home in an attempt to contain the spread of coronavirus. The tournaments and league games were also canceled, leading to a major loss of sales of baseball apparel industry for the game seasons during the pandemic.

Furthermore, post-pandemic, the reopening of baseball training centers along with baseball tournaments being held world wide is reshaping the landscape for baseball apparel industry. In the upcoming years, the changing production techniques of baseball apparel is expected to propel the growth of the market.

Thus, the market for baseball apparel is expected to register a CAGR of 3.3% in the forecast period 2023-2033.

Which are Some Prominent Drivers of Baseball Apparel Market?

Increasing participants and popularity of baseball favoring market growth

Major Leagues Baseball is deemed as the second most popular sport In the U.S, as per the survey carried out by The Harris Poll. The popularity of baseball has further been gaining significant traction in Europe, supported by an exceptional performance of players and the immense popularity for world baseball classic league.

Introduction of many new baseball tournaments, emerging trend, has been fuelling participation in baseball. These tournaments, which aim at enhancing the popularity of baseball globally, are in turn creating huge demand for baseball apparel. With the number of participants increasing in the sport at various levels, baseball has become one of the lucrative platforms for sales of custom-printed apparel, and this trend is expected to prevail in the foreseeable future.

Technological innovations enhancing production of baseball apparel

Current technological innovations in the market aim at enhancement of apparel performance and player comfort, along with an ability to make a robust style statement. Among noteworthy material and fabric innovations in baseball apparel is incorporation of the smart nanotechnology-based fabrics, which are capable of trapping and suspending moisture for keeping the player dry.

In addition, the use of nanotechnology-based fabrics is spurring the growth of customized printed baseball apparel. Manufacturers of baseball apparel are maximizing the use of online distribution channel to promote the usability of baseball apparel. This, in turn, is positively influencing the demand for baseball apparel.

What are the Challenges Faced by the Baseball Apparel Market?

High-cost of baseball apparel and manufacturing hindering growth of market

Expensive nature of baseball apparel is a key factor hindering the growth of the market. In addition, the high-cost associated with the manufacturing process of baseball apparel along with the changing nature of business is hampering the growth of the baseball apparel market. Furthermore, the cost associated with advertising of apparels is another factor derailing the progress of the market.

Comparative View of Baseball Apparel Markets

Baseball Apparel Market :

Attributes	Baseball Apparel Market
CAGR (2022-2032)	3.3%
Market Value (2032)	US$ 850 Million
Growth Factor	Increasing participation in baseball from developed and developing regions is bolstering the demand for baseball apparel market.
Opportunity	Technological advancements in the production of baseball apparel is creating lucrative opportunities for baseball apparel market.

Sports Apparel Market :

Attributes	Sports Apparel Market
CAGR (2022-2032)	6.9%
Market Value (2032)	US$ 400 Billion
Growth Factor	Rising health and self-consciousness, as well as a desire to live an active lifestyle and seem fit, are motivating consumers to include sports and fitness activities into their daily routine is creating lucrative opportunities for sports apparel market.
Opportunity	Increasing demand for stylish sports apparel is influencing growth of sports apparel during the forecast period.

Golf Apparel Market :

Attributes	Golf Apparel Market
CAGR (2022-2032)	4%
Market Value (2032)	US$ 80 Billion
Growth Factor	The style and comfort experienced by end-users have motivated manufacturers to consolidate their businesses, thereby boosting golf apparel sales.
Opportunity	Investment in golf grounds along with inclination towards playing golf is boosting the demand for golf apparel.

Regional Insights

Escalating Wages of Baseball Players Creating Lucrative Opportunities for Baseball Apparel Market in North America?

Youngsters in North America choosing baseball as their profession

North America is expected to 40% market share for baseball apparel market. In North America, participation rate in baseball is witnessing a significant upsurge in light of options available to youth in the selection of baseball as their profession. Numerous individuals in the region have showcased huge interest in the sport since the recent past, thereby stoking demand for baseball apparel.

The report slates North America to remain the fast-expanding and the most remunerative market for baseball apparel. The escalating wages of baseball players coupled with surging popularity of this sport have enabled larger spending on the baseball apparel.

Growing Popularity of Baseball Apparel in Asia Pacific Increasing Demand for Market?

Inclination towards baseball game propelling growth of baseball apparel market in Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific is expected to 35% market share for baseball apparel market. The growing popularity of baseball in the Asia-Pacific and LAMEA regions due to the upcoming baseball teams and leagues in the region will help to propel the baseball apparel market growth in the future.

People are increasingly choosing baseball and other sports as a career for various job profiles, including trainers, sports psychologists, sports players, and others. Baseball sportspeople with years of experience can be offered to work in baseball sports as an instructor, coaches, commentators, and others.

Sports people achieve iconic status immediately with excellent performance and hence are selected by top branded companies for endorsing their goods, famous sports persons will get sponsorships from branded companies and government incentives as long as they maintain their excellent performances.

Country-wise Forecast CAGRs for the Baseball apparel Industry

Country	CAGR
U.S.	2.5%
Canada	3%
China	3%
India	2%

Category-Wise Insights

Surge in Awareness about the Baseball Game Favoring Growth of Individual Segment?

Presence of varieties of baseball apparel and deals for individual segment favoring growth

By buyer type, the market is divided into individual, promotional and institutional.

Individual is an emerging segment in the baseball apparel market. It is expected to be the major market share holder in 2022 as consumers are increasingly participating in sports and sports events in developing economies. The surge in awareness about the baseball game across the globe has indirectly boosted the individual buyer's segment. Individual buyers have varieties of baseball apparel and deals available over baseball apparel.

The manufacturers are also offering mid-range baseball apparel which has good quality and durability as compared to the economic range with the lower penetration of the sport in developed as well as developing countries follows baseball apparel trends. Thus, individual segment is expected to hold 35% market share for baseball apparel market.

Increasing Shelf-Life Visibility of Products Growing Sales from Sports Outlets for Baseball Apparel Market?

Attractive discounts along with better deals favoring sales from sports outlet

By distribution channel, the market is categorized into Independent Sports Outlet, Franchised Sports Outlet, Modern Trade Channels, Direct to Customer Brand Outlet, Direct to Customer Online Channel, Direct to Customer Institutional Channel, Third Party Online Channel

Sports outlet for baseball apparel purchase are the most popular in 2022, moreover, Manufacturers are continuously making efforts to increase the shelf visibility of their products; hence, they are majorly targeting specialty sports stores. As a result, a variety of baseball apparel is available in sports outlet. Sports outlet provide options, such as discounts as well as benefits of immediate gratification.

Thus, sports outlets are expected to possess 30% market share for baseball apparel market.

Market Competition

A few major players hold dominance in global market for baseball apparel. Although there are only few major vendors, the market’s nature is highly fragmented owing to the occupancy of many local & regional vendors.

Competition in the global baseball apparel market will intensify, thereby driving manufacturers to make product advancements in the foreseeable future.

Prominent players identified by the report who are sustaining expansion of global baseball apparel market include Nike, SSK, Nokona, Wilson (Amer Sports), Mizuno, Under Armour, Zett, Louisville Slugger, Rawlings (Jarden) and Easton

• Nike, a key player in the baseball apparel market is focusing on using technology to manufacture baseball shirts. Thus, the company is manufacturing shirts that soak more sweat and are comfortable while playing.
• Under Armour, a key player in the baseball apparel market is offering the entire baseball apparel kit that uses technology to produce and manufacture in bulk at the same time.

Key Segments Profiled in the Baseball Apparel Industry Survey

• By Product Type :

  • Shirt
  • Pant
  • Sliding Shorts
  • Caps & belts
  • Other

• By Sales Channel :

  • Independent Sports Outlet
  • Franchised Sports Outlet
  • Modern Trade Channels
  • Direct to Customer Brand Outlet
  • Direct to Customer Online Channel
  • Direct to Customer Institutional Channel
  • Third Party Online Channel

• By Buyer Type :

  • Individual
  • Institutional
  • Promotional

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • APEJ
  • Japan
  • Middle East & Africa