Table of Content - Sports Protective Equipment Market

Global Sports Protective Equipment Market is estimated to be valued at USD 10.77 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 16.74 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% from 2025 to 2032.

The sports protective equipment market has grown significantly in the past decade driven by increasing participation in both professional and amateur sports. Sports such as American football, baseball, hockey, and skating now require athletes to wear protective gear such as helmets, pads, guards, shoes etc. to prevent injury. With growing health awareness, many people have also taken up recreational sports in their leisure time which has further fueled demand. Advancements in materials science have allowed manufacturers to develop lightweight, comfortable gear that provides excellent protection without compromising performance.

Market Dynamics

The global sports protective equipment market is driven by the growing popularity of various contact sports and increasing awareness about safety. Rising disposable incomes in developing nations have also increased spending on sports and related gear. However, high costs of innovative protective solutions act as a restraint for many amateur sports enthusiasts and price sensitive consumers. On the other hand, the development of customized, 3D printed equipment based on an individual's body type provides an opportunity for manufacturers to expand into niche segments with enhanced protection and comfort. Large players are also focusing on acquiring smaller companies with specialized product lines to offer a comprehensive portfolio and consolidate their market position.

Key features of the study

This report provides in-depth analysis of the global sports protective equipment market and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025–2032), considering 2024 as the base year.
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
It profiles key players in the global sports protective equipment market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Amer Sports, Nike Inc., Adidas AG, Puma SE, Harrow Sports Inc., Franklin Sports Inc., Bauer Hockey Inc., MIZUNO Corporation, Schutt Sports Inc., and Under Armour, Inc.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
The global sports protective equipment market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global sports protective equipment market.

Market Segmentation

By Product Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020-2032)

Head & Headgear
Eyewear
Chest Protection
Hand Protection
Leg Protection
Others

By Distribution Channel Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020-2032)

Online
Offline

Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020-2032)

North America

U.S.
Canada

Latin America

Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America

Europe

Germany
U.K.
Spain
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific

Middle East

GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East

Africa

South Africa
North Africa
Central Africa

Key Players Insights

Amer Sports
Nike Inc.
Adidas AG
Puma SE
Harrow Sports Inc.
Franklin Sports Inc.
Bauer Hockey Inc.
MIZUNO Corporation
Schutt Sports Inc.
Under Armour, Inc.

Table of Contents

Research Objectives and Assumptions
- Research Objectives
- Assumptions
- Abbreviations
Market Purview
- Report Description
  - Market Definition and Scope
- Executive Summary
  - Sports Protective Equipment Market, By Product
  - Sports Protective Equipment Market, By Distribution Channel
  - Sports Protective Equipment Market, By Region
Market Dynamics, Regulations, And Trends Analysis
- Market Dynamics
- Impact Analysis
- Key Highlights
- Regulatory Scenario
- Product Launches/Approvals
- PEST Analysis
- PORTER’s Analysis
- Merger and Acquisition Scenario
- Industry Trends
Sports Protective Equipment Market, By Product, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
  - Segment Trends
- Head & Headgear
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
- Eyewear
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
- Chest Protection
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
- Hand Protection
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
- Leg Protection
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
- Others
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
Sports Protective Equipment Market, By Distribution Channel, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
  - Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
  - Segment Trends
- Online
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
- Offline
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2021-2032, (USD Bn)
Sports Protective Equipment Market, By Region, 2020- 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Introduction
  - Market Share (%) Analysis, 2025, 2028 & 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2021 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Regional Trends
- North America
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - U.S.
    - Canada
- Latin America
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - Brazil
    - Argentina
    - Mexico
    - Rest of Latin America
- Europe
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - Germany
    - U.K.
    - Spain
    - France
    - Italy
    - Russia
    - Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - China
    - India
    - Japan
    - Australia
    - South Korea
    - ASEAN
    - Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - GCC Countries
    - Israel
    - Rest of Middle East
- Africa
  - Introduction
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Market Size and Forecast, By Country/Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
    - South Africa
    - North Africa
    - Central Africa
Competitive Landscape
- Amer Sports
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Nike Inc.
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Adidas AG
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Puma SE
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Harrow Sports Inc.
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Franklin Sports Inc.
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Bauer Hockey Inc.
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- MIZUNO Corporation
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Schutt Sports Inc.
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
- Under Armour, Inc.
  - Company Highlights
  - Product Portfolio
  - Key Developments
  - Financial Performance
  - Strategies
Analyst Recommendations
- Wheel of Fortune
- Analyst View
- Coherent Opportunity Map
References and Research Methodology
- References
- Research Methodology
- About us

*Browse 32 market data tables and 28 figures on 'Sports Protective Equipment Market' - Global forecast to 2032

Need a Custom Report?

We can customize every report - free of charge - including purchasing stand-alone sections or country-level reports
Customize Now