Case Study: How One Team Solved Late Orders, High Costs, and Poor Service by Switching to Vantage Wrestling

Background

A high school wrestling program had relied on a well-known gear supplier for years. While the brand had name recognition, the coaches and athletes faced repeated frustrations: inconsistent quality, inflated costs, and constant delays that left them scrambling before competitions.

The Challenge

• High Costs: Pricing was consistently above market average, straining team budgets.

• Quality Issues: Singlets and warmups wore out quickly, forcing parents and athletes to replace gear mid-season.

• Poor Service: Coaches described communication with the supplier as “a nightmare.” Calls and emails went unanswered, and getting updates required constant chasing.

• Broken Timelines:

  • Quoted turnaround: 6–8 weeks.

  • Actual turnaround: More than 50% of orders were delayed past 8 weeks.

  • This often left athletes without proper gear at the start of the season.

The Switch to Vantage Wrestling

The coaching staff decided they needed a partner they could actually trust. After exploring options, they made the switch to Vantage Wrestling.

What they found:

• On-Time Turnaround: 100% of their orders delivered in 5–6 weeks, ready before season kickoff.

• Quality & Confidence: Athletes loved the fit and durability, with the backing of Vantage’s 2-year singlet warranty — unmatched in wrestling.

• Responsive Service: Coaches had a direct contact at Vantage. Questions were answered in hours, not days.

• Better Pricing: Vantage gear came in at a more competitive price without cutting corners on quality.

The Results

• Zero Late Orders — for the first time in years, every athlete had gear on time.

• Stress-Free Coaches — clear communication and reliable timelines freed coaches to focus on training, not chasing vendors.

• Satisfied Parents & Athletes — parents appreciated the value, and athletes felt proud wearing quality gear that lasted.

• Future Commitment — the team immediately committed to continuing with Vantage for future seasons.

Coach’s Quote

"Switching to Vantage has been a game-changer. For the first time, I don’t have to worry about whether my athletes will have their gear on time. The quality, service, and trust they deliver is unmatched in wrestling."