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The Gold Standard: NHL Olympians in Balani Custom

Author: Balani Custom | March 13, 2026
US Olympic Hero and Balani Custom client, Jack Hughes, after scoring the winning goal at the 2026 Winter Hockey Olympics.

Gold looks good on Team USA. Custom looks good on everyone.

The U.S. Men’s Hockey team just finished a massive run on the world stage at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Off the ice, we are proud to have dressed Balani clients, Matt Boldy and Jack Hughes, who scored the two winning goals at the championship game.

 

The Global Roster

Our clients represented talent from across the globe this year. Here’s the lineup of Olympic hockey players who took the world stage in Balani Custom:

  • Adrian Kempe, F (SWE)
  • Brock Nelson, F (USA)
  • Cale Makar, D (CAN)
  • David Kampf, F (CZE)
  • Devon Toews, D (CAN)
  • Drew Doughty, D (CAN)
  • Dylan Larkin, F (USA)
  • Elvis Merzlikins, G (LAT)
  • Jack Hughes, F (USA)
  • Jake Oettinger, G (USA)
  • Matt Boldy, F (USA)
  • Nino Niederreiter, F (SUI)
  • Niko Mikkola, D (FIN)
  • Oliver Bjorkstrand, F (DEN)
  • Olli Maatta, D (FIN)
  • Pius Suter, F (SUI)
  • Quinn Hughes, D (USA)
  • Shea Theodore, D (CAN)
  • Tage Thompson, F (USA)
  • Tom Wilson, F (CAN)
  • Travis Sanheim, D (CAN)
  • Zach Werenski, D (USA)

Hockey Players and the Problem With Standard Sizing

If you have “hockey legs,” you already know the struggle. Off-the-rack suits are not designed for NHL builds. Usually, you have to size up to fit your quads and shoulders, which leaves the waist looking like a tent.

Standard sizing is not a realistic option for these athletes. They need clothing built for their actual proportions: broad hips, narrow waists, and the mobility required for a life on the move. We build these garments from the ground up to solve that exact problem. When you are representing your country, you cannot be distracted by a jacket that pulls or trousers that are too tight through the thigh.

 

High Stakes Off the Ice

Between the cross-continental flights, the constant media carousels, and the pressure of the medal rounds, these players are always in the spotlight. Their wardrobe has to keep up.

We focus on creating pieces that travel well and hold their shape. Whether it’s a practice day or a post-game press conference, the goal is to look composed and confident. When the fit is handled, the player can focus entirely on the game.

 

Get the Olympic Treatment

You don’t need a gold medal to get a world-class fit. If you are tired of “close enough” and ready for a wardrobe crafted specifically for your build, let’s get to work. We specialize in solving fit issues for athletic proportions so you can walk into any room with total confidence.

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