Team Sport

Not all compression clothing does the same job. DFND uses two complementary approaches so athletes can build the right setup for their sport and position.

Ax is your breathable compression base. It delivers consistent support without feeling heavy, making it ideal for high-output training and long practices. Ax pieces focus on range of motion, sweat control, and day-in, day-out comfort—what you want in compression wear that stays on from warm-ups through final reps.

Rx is recovery compression, built specifically for the hours after the work is done. Rx products are designed to be worn between sessions—after practice, on travel days, and during rest periods—when the focus shifts from performance to reset. When combined as a hybrid Ax/Rx compression shirt, you get a balanced system that supports the upper body while staying breathable and flexible.

Across the lineup, high-performance features provide further advantages. Flatlock seams reduce chafing during repeated movement. Moisture-wicking fabrics pull sweat away so gear doesn't cling or distract. This is performance compression built for real sessions, not theory.

Build your kit the same way you approach training—intentionally. Each layer in the DFND Team Sport lineup is designed to work together, giving athletes the flexibility to optimize performance based on the demands of the day.

Base Layer Tops

Start with compression shirts that work as true base layers. Our long- and short-sleeve compression shirt options are designed to move naturally through throwing, shooting, and sprint mechanics.

Athletes looking for compression shirts for shoulder pain often select tops that provide consistent upper-body support and comfort through repeated throwing, shooting, and contact—without restricting range of motion. 

For sports like hoops, a basketball compression shirt that stays put and manages heat can make a difference late in games. For lighter training days and warm weather sessions, antimicrobial Speed Tech tops offer moisture-wicking performance.

Bottoms

From high-tempo drills to recovery windows, bottoms are essential apparel. Compression shorts give lightweight support for practices and lifting sessions, while compression tights for athletes are ideal for warm-ups and cool-downs. This is where recovery compression fits naturally into a team routine—supporting legs that have already logged serious mileage. 

You can complete your setup with Hybrid Ax Crew Compression Socks 20–30mmHg that support recovery periods and help legs feel ready for the next session.

Sleeves

Targeted support rounds out the system. Compression arm sleeves, compression knee sleeves, and other types of compression sleeves let athletes fine-tune their setup based on position and workload. They’re easy to add on game day and simple to rotate through the week, making them a staple in modern compression gear kits.

Teams don’t train once a week. Travel and stacked schedules make recovery part of performance. That’s where compression garments earn their place between sessions. Using graduated compression apparel between sessions helps teams maintain a consistent recovery regimen. 

Paired with DFND’s recovery-focused pieces and travel-ready layers, compression becomes part of the routine, not a special occasion. The goal: show up feeling ready to move again, even when the calendar is tight.

Build your system with DFND compression gear made for team demands. Shop the full Team Sport lineup, mix Ax and Rx pieces to match your role, and bundle essentials so your kit is ready from practice through playoffs. All DFND gear is Berry compliant and made in the USA.