Success in football is never achieved by just the players on the pitch. From coaches to supporters, volunteers, and partners behind the scenes, every individual plays a role in the creation of a winning team.
The same is true off the pitch. Long-standing partnerships — particularly with a custom football kit supplier — can have a lasting impact on a club’s opportunity for growth. For over a decade, SWAZ has proudly worked alongside Southern League side Plymouth Parkway FC, delivering bespoke football kits and sportswear that have evolved with the club from a grassroots level to senior football.
The Design Brief: A Bespoke Football Kit Solution for a Growing Club
When SWAZ first partnered with Plymouth Parkway FC in 2016, the club was competing in the South West Peninsula, driven by ambition and backed by a tight-knit local community. What they needed was a custom football kit supplier who understood non-league football and could support long-term growth — both on and off the pitch.
The brief was clear:
- Create a kit design that reflects the club’s branding and showcased it sponsors in the best light.
- Ensure consistency across the first team, youth teams, and coaching staff.
- Build a partnership that could scale as the club progressed through the leagues.

From Humble Beginnings: Our Football Kit Designer Capabilities Led the Way
Rather than relying on off-the-shelf garments, Parkway have always wanted custom football shirts, shorts, and socks that felt unique to the club. Using our custom football kit design service, we worked closely with club representatives to design home and away kits that represented Parkway’s values.
As the club expanded — with a growing youth system, fanbase, and commercial opportunities — the importance of creating a visual identity that the fans would recognise and associate with was of utmost importance.
The kit and off-field items play a vital role in that ecosystem, particularly for sponsors, who not only want to see their brand in the papers and on socials every weekend, but also want to see their logo prominently featured on the front of the fabric.
Growing as a Club, Growing as a Partnership
Plymouth Parkway’s rise through the leagues over the past decade has been remarkable. Now competing in five leagues higher, the club operates with a professional approach across all departments.
Throughout that journey, SWAZ has remained a constant presence — supplying custom football kits for youth and adult teams, refreshing designs season after season, and adapting to the club’s evolving needs.
Today, Parkway benefits from a fully integrated kit solution that supports performance, presentation, and brand consistency.
Beyond Matchday: Supporting All Teams
Our partnership goes beyond matchday kits. Today, we supply Plymouth Parkway Football Club with:
- Custom football shirts for all age groups
- Custom training kit packages suitable for youth and adult squads
- Midlayers, tracksuits, and coaching apparel
- Supporter merchandise and accessories for the club’s owned club shop
By delivering custom football teamwear across the entire club, we help Parkway maintain a professional and unified identity from the grassroots level through to the first team.
A Local Partnership Built on Trust and Reliability
Both SWAZ and Plymouth Parkway FC are proudly Plymouth-based, and that shared local connection has helped shape the partnership. We understand the challenges faced by non-league clubs — from budget constraints to tight turnaround times — and the importance of having a reliable football kit supplier you can trust.
Whether producing 1 kit or 100, our focus has always been on flexibility and long-term support, allowing the club to focus on football while we manage everything kit-related.
The Impact of a Long-Term Football Kit Partnership
Together, we’ve achieved:
- Multiple seasons of fully bespoke custom football kits
- Consistent branding across every level of the club
- Kit solutions tailored for youth and adult teams
- Enhanced supporter engagement through merchandise
Most importantly, we’ve grown together. Parkway’s success on the pitch mirrors the strength of our partnership off it — a shared journey built on ambition, trust, and commitment.
A Message from the Chairman
Mark Russell: “Working with SWAZ has given our club a consistent, professional identity throughout all age groups. Their bespoke designs, fast turnaround, and dependable service make them an exceptional partner.”
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