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Nike Academy 2 Youth Jersey Just Dropped: $35 Junior Kit, Custom From One
Posted by Empulse | 
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 | 0 Comment The Nike Academy 2 Youth Jersey is now at Empulse for $35, in Black or White, sizes XS to XL. It is a lightweight Nike Dri-FIT football top built for junior players, with raglan sleeves and a plain back panel ready for names and numbers. You can buy one jersey or kit out the whole squad, plain or customised, with no minimum order.
If you coordinate a junior team, this one is worth sending to the group chat. Here is everything parents and team managers need to know: what it is, how it fits, how it compares, and how to turn it into a proper club kit.
What is the Nike Academy 2 Youth Jersey?
This Nike youth jersey (style code HV8168) is a junior football top made for club training, school sport, academy programs and match day. Nike Dri-FIT fabric moves sweat away from the skin so it can evaporate quickly, which helps young players stay dry from warm-up to the final whistle.
The polyester fabric is light and breathable, and the raglan sleeves give easy movement through the shoulders. That matters for kids who spend a session sprinting, stretching and throwing their arms around.
Key features at a glance
- Nike Dri-FIT fabric: moves sweat off the skin for dry, comfortable play
- Lightweight and breathable: polyester built for training and match day
- Raglan sleeves: free movement through the shoulders
- Two colourways: Black with patterned grey sleeves, or White with a black Swoosh
- Plain back panel: clean space for player names and numbers
- Price: $35 per jersey, same price across every size
Why junior teams are jumping on this jersey
Junior football is big in Australia. Football Australia reports 1.93 million participants in 2025 across more than 3,300 community clubs, and programs like MiniRoos introduce kids aged 4 to 11 to small-sided football. That is a lot of kids who need a kit that fits, washes well and looks the part.
The Academy 2 Youth ticks three boxes that team managers care about most:
- Price: $35 keeps a genuine Nike junior kit within reach for most families.
- Simple colour choice: Black or White pairs with almost any club's shorts and socks, and gives you an easy home and away option.
- No minimum order: one new player joins mid-season? Order one jersey. Whole squad? Order the lot.
Nike Academy 2 Youth Jersey size guide
Start with your child's height, then check chest. If they sit between two sizes, go by chest. These are body measurements in centimetres, specific to this jersey. Screenshot it and share it with the team before you collect sizes.
| Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 122 to 128 | 128 to 137 | 137 to 147 | 147 to 158 | 158 to 170 |
| Chest | 64.5 to 66 | 66 to 69 | 69 to 75 | 75 to 81.5 | 81.5 to 88.5 |
| Waist | 59.5 to 61.5 | 61.5 to 65 | 65 to 69 | 69 to 72.5 | 72.5 to 75.5 |
| Hip | 68.5 to 71 | 71 to 74.5 | 74.5 to 79.5 | 79.5 to 84.5 | 84.5 to 89.5 |
Chest, waist and hip measurements on this jersey differ from general Nike kids sizing, so use this chart rather than a size from another top. It is also saved in our Nike Teamwear Size Guide. For collecting sizes across a whole squad without the usual chaos, our guide to building a jersey size ladder walks you through it.
Academy 2 Youth vs other junior jerseys at Empulse
Empulse carries three junior match and training jerseys. Here is how they line up.
| Jersey | Price | Colours | Sizing | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nike Academy 2 Youth | $35 | 2 (Black, White) | XS to XL | Clean, modern look with patterned sleeves on Black |
| Nike Park 8 Youth | $34 | 9 | XS to 2XL | Clubs that need to match a specific club colour |
| Adidas Entrada 26 Kids | $29.95 | 4 | 5-6Y to 15-16Y | Budget-conscious squads that prefer age-based sizing |
Prices are current at the time of writing. If your club colours are Black or White, the Academy 2 is the sharpest option. If you need green, red or orange, the Park 8 range, which we covered in our Nike Park 8 new arrivals post, gives you more to work with. Browse all of them in Junior Teamwear.
How to customise junior Nike jerseys with names and numbers
This is where a $35 jersey becomes your club's kit. Empulse applies club crests, player names, numbers and sponsor logos, decorated locally in Australia. The Nike jersey is genuine and supplied through accredited vendors, and our personalisation is a separate service added on top.
- Pick your colourway: Black, White, or both for home and away.
- Collect sizes: use the chart above and confirm by chest.
- Send your artwork: crest and sponsor logos, ideally as vector files.
- List names and numbers: one line per player, matched to size.
- Request a quote: customisation is quoted per order through our team quote form.
Want the whole look sorted? Pair the jersey with shorts (our custom soccer shorts guide covers fit and printing), add Nike Classic II OTC socks from $20 (sold as is, not customised), and finish with a personalised Nike Academy Team Backpack for training days. For indoor sessions and futsal, our kids grip socks guide is worth a read too.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Nike Academy 2 Youth Jersey in Australia?
At Empulse it is $35 in every size and both colourways. Customisation is quoted separately based on your order.
What sizes does the Academy 2 Youth come in?
Youth XS to XL, covering heights from 122 cm to 170 cm. Choose by height first, then confirm by chest measurement.
Is there a minimum order for custom junior jerseys?
No. You can order a single jersey, plain or customised, or kit out a full team.
Can I add names and numbers to this jersey?
Yes. The plain back panel is ideal for player names and numbers, and you can add club crests and sponsor logos to the front.
Is Empulse an official Nike partner?
No. Empulse is an independent Australian retailer. We supply genuine Nike product through accredited vendors and add our own personalisation service.
Get your junior squad kitted out
Shop the Nike Academy 2 Youth Jersey now, explore the full Nike Teamwear range, or see how clubs build complete kits in our guide to custom Nike team kits in Australia. Ready to add your crest? Request a team quote and we will come back to you with options.
Written by the Empulse team. Empulse is a Melbourne-founded custom apparel business supplying genuine Nike and Adidas teamwear to Australian clubs, schools and teams, with in-house logo, name and number personalisation. Empulse is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nike. Nike, Dri-FIT and the Swoosh are trademarks of Nike, Inc.
