OKC Comets Youth Hat Grey Tee: Fit and Care Guide
By Oklahoma City Comets Official Store | Published: 2026-10-14
Category: Product Reviews
A practical guide to the OKC Comets Youth Hat Grey Tee and Youth Gray "C" Tee: sizing, fit, washing, and when the youth cap makes sense.
Quick answer
For most young Comets fans, the OKC Comets Youth Hat Grey Tee is the easiest first purchase: it is a cotton-poly blend, comes in size XL, and pairs with the Youth Road Blue Adjustable Cap. If your child is between sizes or you want a wider size run, choose the OKC Comets Youth Gray "C" Tee instead, which is available in S, M, L, and XL. Wash both inside out in cold water and skip the dryer to protect the print.
What the youth tee options actually give you
The two youth shirts in the Comets store differ in more than design. The OKC Comets Youth Hat Grey Tee is an 80% cotton and 20% polyester blend listed in size XL, so it suits an older or larger youth fan who wants a simple grey tee with team styling. The OKC Comets Youth Gray "C" Tee is a 52% cotton and 48% polyester blend made by Bimm Ridder Sportswear and comes in S, M, L, and XL, which makes it the better choice if you need a smaller size or want room to size up. Both are officially licensed, so the difference is fit range and fabric feel, not team authenticity.
How to pick a size without guessing
Start with the size range, not the design. If your child wears a youth small or medium, the Youth Gray "C" Tee is the only one of the two that lists those sizes, so it is the practical pick. If your child already wears a youth XL, either shirt works and you can choose based on the look you prefer. Because the Youth Hat Grey Tee is only listed in XL, do not buy it hoping it will fit a smaller fan—there is no smaller size in that specific style. When in doubt between two sizes in the "C" Tee, size up: a slightly loose youth tee lasts longer and layers over a long-sleeve shirt on cooler game days.
Washing and care that keeps the print sharp
Both youth tees are cotton-poly blends, which means they handle repeated washing better than 100% cotton but can still fade or crack if you treat them roughly. Turn the shirt inside out, wash in cold water on a normal cycle, and avoid fabric softener, which can leave a coating that dulls the print. Skip the dryer or use low heat; high heat is the main cause of shrinkage and cracked graphics. Hang or lay flat to dry, then smooth the shirt while it is slightly damp to reduce wrinkles. If the shirt has a printed "C" or team graphic, never iron directly on the design—press on the reverse side only.
Pairing the tee with the youth cap
The OKC Comets Youth Road Blue Adjustable Cap is the natural companion to either youth tee. It uses an adjustable closure, so it fits a range of youth head sizes without you needing to know an exact measurement, and the road blue colorway gives you a second team color beyond grey. For game days, the grey tee plus the blue cap reads clearly as Comets gear without being loud. For everyday wear, the adjustable cap is also the safer buy if your child is still growing, because the closure lets the fit change over a season or two.
Decision rules for Comets youth gear
- If your child wears youth S or M: Choose the OKC Comets Youth Gray "C" Tee, because the Youth Hat Grey Tee is only listed in XL and will not fit a smaller fan. Size range decides the shirt before design does.
- If your child already wears youth XL: Either youth tee fits; pick the Hat Grey Tee for a plain grey look or the "C" Tee if you want the bold letter design. At XL, choose on style and fabric feel.
- If you want one piece of gear that grows with them: Buy the Youth Road Blue Adjustable Cap first, since the adjustable closure adapts to a changing fit better than a fixed-size shirt. Cap first when sizing is uncertain.
- If you want the shirt to last through repeated washes: Wash cold, inside out, no fabric softener, and air dry; the cotton-poly blends tolerate this routine, but heat is what shortens a printed tee's life. Cold wash and air dry are the two habits that matter most.
Product facts
- OKC Comets Youth Hat Grey Tee: Youth-sized grey tee with Oklahoma City Comets styling, made from 80% cotton and 20% polyester, available in size XL. A single-size option that works for older youth fans who already wear XL, with a high-cotton blend that feels soft and breathable.
- OKC Comets Youth Gray "C" Tee: Youth gray "C" tee made by Bimm Ridder Sportswear with a 52% cotton and 48% polyester blend, available in S, M, L, and XL. The wider size run makes this the better choice for smaller kids or anyone who needs to size up, and the higher polyester share helps the shirt hold its shape.
- OKC Comets Youth Road Blue Adjustable Cap: Youth Road Blue Adjustable Cap with an adjustable closure and officially licensed Oklahoma City Comets headwear. The adjustable closure fits a range of youth sizes, so it stays wearable as your child grows and completes the game-day look with either tee.
Who each youth option fits best
Best for
- Youth fans who already wear size XL and want a simple grey team tee
- Parents who need a smaller youth size and want the S–XL range of the "C" Tee
- Kids who need an adjustable cap that can loosen or tighten as they grow
Not for
- Shoppers looking for adult sizes, since these are youth styles
- Anyone who needs a specific size outside the listed range for a given shirt
- Fans who want a heavyweight or insulated layer for cold-weather games
