Football

Spartan Athletic Co. carries a full line of football equipment and accessories for programs at every level of play — from youth flag football through varsity and collegiate programs. Our inventory includes shoulder pads, blocking dummies and training pads, footballs, goal posts, sideline markers and chain sets, back plates, rib protectors, neck rolls, and other protective gear accessories from established manufacturers in the industry.

  • Gear Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ15 multi-position football shoulder pads for linebackers and tight ends

    GEAR Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ15 Multi-Position Football Shoulder Pads

    $324.99

    Gear Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ15 multi-position football shoulder pads with Z-Cool cooling and Compressed Hex Foam for LB, TE, RB, FB, and DE.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ55 OL/DL football shoulder pads for offensive and defensive linemen

    GEAR Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ55 OL/DL Football Shoulder Pads

    $324.99

    Gear Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ55 OL/DL football shoulder pads — top-tier RAZOR platform with Z-Cool cooling and Compressed Hex Foam for linemen.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ7 skill football shoulder pads for quarterbacks wide receivers and defensive backs

    GEAR Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ7 Skill Football Shoulder Pads

    $376.49

    Gear Pro-Tec RAZOR RZ7 skill football shoulder pads with Z-Cool cooling and Compressed Hex Foam for QB, WR, and DB positions.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec varsity football rib protector for rib cage protection

    GEAR Pro-Tec Varsity Rib Protector

    $49.99

    Gear Pro-Tec varsity football rib protector with multi-density foam for rib cage and lower torso impact protection.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec Intimidator youth football shoulder pads with adjustable lace-up closure

    GEAR Pro-Tec Youth Football Shoulder Pads

    $149.99

    Gear Pro-Tec Intimidator youth football shoulder pads with density-calibrated foam, integrated arch system, and adjustable lace-up closure.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool skill football shoulder pads for quarterbacks and receivers

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool Football Shoulder Pads (Skill)

    $259.99

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool skill football shoulder pads with phase-change temperature regulation and Compressed Hex Foam for QB, WR, DB, and K.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool knee pads for football with phase-change temperature regulation

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool Knee Pads

    Price range: $11.48 through $12.13

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool knee pads with phase-change temperature regulation for football pants. Available in Extra Small, Small, and Medium.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool neck roll for football shoulder pads

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool Neck Roll

    From $27.95

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool football neck roll with phase-change temperature regulation. Foam-filled nylon. Available in Adult and Youth sizes.

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  • Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool thigh guards for football with phase-change cooling technology

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool Thigh Guards

    $21.17

    Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool football thigh guards with phase-change temperature regulation. Sold in pairs. Available in Small and Medium.

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  • Goal post wind direction flags 4x42 inches for football goalpost uprights

    Goal Post Wind Direction Flags 4”x42”

    $24.04

    Goal post wind direction flags (4″x42″, pack of 4) for football goalpost uprights. NFHS compliant for high school football.

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  • Gared gooseneck football goal post ground sleeves in heavy-wall galvanized steel

    Gooseneck Football Goal Post Ground Sleeves

    $1,378.00

    Gared gooseneck football goal post ground sleeves with 4.5″ heavy-wall galvanized steel tubing for semi-permanent in-ground installation.

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  • Gared Sports high school football goalposts NFHS gooseneck design in yellow

    High School Football Goalposts

    Price range: $5,123.00 through $5,776.00

    Gared Sports NFHS high school football goalposts (pair) with 23’4″ crossbar, gooseneck design, and 20′ or 30′ uprights in yellow or white.

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  • Huddle zone special teams mat for turf protection

    Huddle Zone Special Teams Mat

    $529.95

    Huddle zone special teams mat for protecting turf during football practice huddles.

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  • Pro Down JV football chain set with solid orange banners and bullseye pole tops

    J.V. Chain Set w/ Solid Orange Banners

    $248.00

    Pro Down JV football chain set with solid orange banners, bullseye pole tops, and regulation 10-yard galvanized steel chain.

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  • MacGregor MC Composite Football - Official Size

    MacGregor MC Composite Football

    Price range: $23.37 through $24.31

    MacGregor MC Composite Football with tackified composite leather cover and double-laced design. Available in Pee Wee, Junior, Youth, and Official sizes.

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  • Pro Down padded flip down indicator with full-length safety foam padding for football sidelines

    Padded Flip Down Indicator

    $186.00

    Pro Down padded flip down indicator with full-length safety foam padding, 7’4″ height, and manual flip number display for football sidelines.

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Football Equipment Guide

Outfitting a football program requires equipment that meets safety standards, withstands the physical demands of the sport, and fits within an athletic department budget. This guide covers the major equipment categories available at Spartan Athletic Co. and what to consider when selecting gear for your program.

Football Shoulder Pads

Shoulder pads are the most critical piece of protective equipment in football. Modern shoulder pad design balances impact absorption with mobility — linemen need maximum coverage and padding density to absorb repeated blocking and tackling forces, while skill position players require lighter, less restrictive pads that allow full range of motion for catching, throwing, and running. We carry the Gear Pro-Tec Z-Cool, X3, and RAZOR lines, which use ventilated padding systems to manage heat buildup during practices and games. Youth, adult, and position-specific models are available.

Protective Gear Accessories

Beyond shoulder pads, football players wear a range of supplemental protective equipment depending on their position and personal preference. Back plates protect the lower back and spine from hits to the midsection. Rib protectors add padding around the torso. Neck rolls limit excessive head and neck movement during contact. Thigh guards and knee pads protect the lower body during blocking, tackling, and ground contact. These accessories are available in youth and adult sizes and are designed to integrate with shoulder pad systems.

Football Goal Posts

Permanent football goal posts are a significant facility investment that serves a program for decades when properly installed. We carry gooseneck-style goal posts with either 20-foot or 30-foot uprights, available in standard yellow or white finishes. Gooseneck designs offset the crossbar behind the end line, keeping the support structure out of the playing field. Ground sleeves are available for new installations. Goal post wind direction flags help kickers read wind conditions during field goal and extra point attempts.

Blocking Dummies, Pads, and Training Equipment

Practice equipment takes significant abuse over the course of a season. Blocking dummies, tackling dummies, and training pads need to withstand thousands of impacts from players at full speed while maintaining their shape and padding integrity. We carry dummies and pads in multiple sizes and configurations for individual drills, sled attachments, and group training exercises.

Down Indicators, Chain Sets, and Sideline Equipment

Sideline equipment is essential for officiating and game management. Down indicator boxes and 10-yard chain sets provide the visual reference that officials and spectators rely on to track game progress. High-visibility colors, padded poles for player safety, and weather-resistant construction are standard features on the equipment we carry. Sideline markers and pylons round out the field marking requirements for a complete game-day setup.

Footballs

We carry game and practice footballs in both leather and composite constructions. Composite footballs perform more consistently in wet conditions and require less break-in time than leather, making them a practical choice for practice use and programs that play in variable weather. Leather footballs remain the standard for competitive game play at most levels.

Hydration and Sideline Support

Keeping athletes hydrated during practices and games is a safety priority, particularly during preseason and early-season training when heat-related illness risk is highest. Our hydration equipment includes portable water chillers, powered team drinking stations, filtered water systems, water cooler carts, and disposable cone cups. These systems are designed for field-side use and can serve full rosters efficiently during water breaks.