Criquet vs Three Putt: Vintage Collared Polos or UK Golf Streetwear
Updated on: October 2, 2026 • ~9 min read
Author: Graeme
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An Austin brand built around one vintage-inspired collared shirt, against a Leeds streetwear brand that sells four cotton garments. They overlap less than you might think.
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Verdict and Quick Pick
Criquet is an Austin, Texas brand built around the Players Shirt, a vintage-inspired collared polo that costs $104, or £96 on its UK site. Three Putt is a Leeds golf streetwear brand selling long-sleeves and heavyweight cotton tees, sweatshirts and hoodies from £24.99. Pick Criquet for the course and clubhouse, Three Putt for everywhere else.
Best for off-course golf style on a UK budget: Three Putt. Heavyweight cotton tees and hoodies with golf graphics, free UK delivery and nothing above £54.99. It is casual wear, not performance kit, and there is no collared shirt in the range.
Best for a collared shirt with character: Criquet. The Players Shirt meets a collared-shirt dress code and looks like nothing else on the first tee. UK buyers pay extra for shipping, taxes and duties, and pay their own return postage.
Head-to-Head Comparison Summary
| Feature | Three Putt Golf | Criquet |
|---|---|---|
| What it sells | Four garments only: tees, long-sleeve tees, sweatshirts and hoodies, each in six graphic designs | Players Shirts and other collared shirts, plus tees, pearl snaps, sweatshirts, hoodies, shackets, jackets and hats; most listings are college and MLS shirts |
| Key fabrics | 305gsm 100% cotton tees; 305gsm cotton long-sleeves; 400gsm cotton sweatshirts; 430gsm cotton/polyester hoodies | Cotton Players Shirts with a structured collar; a Performance version with stretch and moisture-wicking; 100% slub cotton tees |
| Fit | Relaxed tees, oversized drop-shoulder long-sleeves, regular-fit sweatshirts, oversized drop-shoulder hoodies | Players Shirts in S–XXL, plus a separate slim fit version; no tall or big and tall sizes |
| Typical UK prices | £24.99–£54.99 | Players Shirts £96 and slub tees £54–£59 on Criquet's UK site (October 2026); layers priced from $138 in the US |
| On-course use | Casual rounds and relaxed clubs; not technical wear, and no collared shirts | Built for it: collared shirts for clubs with a dress code, and a Performance version for warm rounds; no waterproof-rated jackets |
| Off-course style | Streetwear cuts and heavyweight cotton that look like normal clothes | Vintage clubhouse style; the brand's own motto is about life off the course |
| Sustainability claims | No recycled-content or eco claims; tees are 100% cotton | No sustainability page and no published third-party certifications |
| UK delivery | Free UK delivery | Ships to the UK for an extra shipping charge, plus taxes and duties |
| UK returns | 14 days from delivery; email support first; customer pays return postage | 60 days from purchase on unworn, unwashed items; international buyers pay their own return postage |
| Customer support | Email: support@threeputtgolfclothing.co.uk | Email, live chat and a US phone line |
Best For…
| Situation or golfer | Pick |
|---|---|
| Your club insists on a collared shirt | Criquet |
| You want one shirt that works on the first tee and at the bar afterwards | Criquet |
| You play in warm weather and want stretch and moisture-wicking | Criquet's Performance Players Shirt |
| You want golf-themed clothes for under £30 with free UK delivery | Three Putt |
| You want a heavyweight hoodie for cold UK mornings and the pub after | Three Putt |
| You need a 3XL tee | Three Putt |
| You want a long window to change your mind, and live in the US | Criquet |
Brand Overview
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt is a UK golf streetwear brand based in Leeds. The range is deliberately narrow: tees, long-sleeve tees, sweatshirts and hoodies.
Each comes in six graphic designs: Contours, Happy Place, Tee Time, Reckless Driving, The Scenic Route and Three on the Green. The idea is golf culture you can wear anywhere, not a full on-course wardrobe.
That means honest limits. The range has no polos, trousers, shorts, outerwear, waterproofs or caps, and no women's-specific line. If your club has a collared-shirt dress code, you will need a polo from elsewhere.
Criquet
Criquet was founded in Austin, Texas, in 2010 by lifelong friends Billy Nachman and Hobson Brown. Its about page is headed "Pursuing a life comfortably off-course", and admits the founders started out with no idea what they were doing.
What they built is the Players Shirt: a vintage-inspired cotton polo with a structured collar and removable collar stays. The Top-Shelf and Performance versions both cost $104 in the US. The cotton Players Shirts are made in Peru.
Around the shirt sits a wider casual range. There are slub cotton tees, pearl snap shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, quilted shackets, a moleskin jacket and hats. Most of the 1,344 listings on criquetshirts.com in October 2026 were college and MLS pieces, though.
That matters for UK buyers, because Criquet doesn't ship its custom-embroidered college and MLS pieces abroad. The rest of the range ships to the UK, and the site shows UK visitors prices in pounds. In October 2026, neither Function18 nor GolfOnline listed any Criquet products.
Key Features and Fabrics
Three Putt Golf
- Tees: 100% cotton, 305gsm, relaxed fit, S–2XL, five colourways per design.
- Long-sleeve tees: 305gsm, 100% cotton, oversized drop-shoulder fit, S–XL.
- Sweatshirts: 400gsm cotton crewneck, regular fit, S–2XL.
- Hoodies: 430gsm, 56% cotton / 44% polyester, oversized drop-shoulder fit, S–2XL, four colourways per design.
These are heavyweight casual garments, not technical performance wear. Do not expect moisture-wicking, stretch fabric or weather protection.
Criquet
- Top-Shelf Players Shirt: the cotton version of the polo, with the signature structured collar and removable collar stays. Criquet pitches it as a lifestyle polo for work, weekends and travel.
- Performance Players Shirt: the same collared look with stretch and moisture-wicking added, built for the golf course and beyond.
- Slub tees: 100% slub cotton jersey with a chest pocket, in plain and graphic versions. Criquet calls its slub tee "the perfect T".
- Hoodies and sweatshirts: the Quilted Hoodie is a 95% Pima cotton and 5% polyester jacquard, while the Performance Sport Hoodie is lightweight and moisture-wicking. The French Terry Crewneck is 52% cotton and 48% polyester.
- Layers: quilted shackets and the moleskin Member's Guest Jacket, Criquet's take on the old Members Only jacket.
Criquet's jackets and heavier layers are style pieces, and none carries a waterproof rating. Neither brand will keep you dry on a wet links.
Price Comparison
| Category | Three Putt | Criquet |
|---|---|---|
| Tees | £24.99–£30.99 | £54–£59 ($58–$64) for slub cotton tees |
| Long-sleeve tees | £28.99–£35.99 | £91 for the Cotton Slub Long Sleeve T-Shirt |
| Polos | Not in the range | £96 ($104) for the Top-Shelf and Performance Players Shirts |
| Sweatshirts | £37.99–£47.99 | $148–$168 (French Terry Crewneck to Collared Sweatshirt) |
| Hoodies | £45.99–£54.99 | $138–$158 (Performance Sport Hoodie to Quilted Hoodie) |
| Outerwear | Not in the range | $208–$218 (Quilted Shacket to Member's Guest Jacket); nothing waterproof-rated |
| Caps | Not in the range | $35 |
Criquet prices are full prices on criquetshirts.com on 2 October 2026. Pound figures are what the site shows a UK visitor; dollar figures are its US prices. The UK prices sit well above a straight conversion: $104 is about £80 at $1.30 to £1, but the Players Shirt shows as £96.
Criquet's help centre lists US shipping rates only. International orders pay an additional shipping charge, plus taxes and duties. Under UK rules on goods from abroad, VAT applies to parcels from overseas, and customs duty is due on those worth over £135.
Price Verdict
Three Putt's dearest item, a £54.99 hoodie, costs little more than half a Criquet Players Shirt on the UK site. Four of Three Putt's cheapest tees cost less than one Players Shirt. Criquet's own tees cost around twice Three Putt's, and its hoodies more than twice, before shipping. You get a collared shirt for Criquet's money, but for value per pound in Britain, Three Putt wins clearly.
Fit and Sizing
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt sizes run S–2XL, except the long-sleeves, which are cut oversized and run S–XL. Tees have a relaxed fit, long-sleeves a loose drop shoulder, and sweatshirts a regular fit. Hoodies are oversized with a drop shoulder, so size down if you want a closer look.
Criquet
Criquet's Players Shirts come in S–XXL. Its size guide works from body measurements, running from a 36–38 inch chest for a small to 47–49 inches for an XXL. The tees, hoodies and jackets follow the same S–XXL run.
A slim fit version of the Players Shirt is also sold, with its own chart. Each product page carries its own size guide, so check it before ordering from the UK. There are no tall, extended or big and tall sizes.
Fit Verdict
Criquet gives you a choice of cut in its signature shirt, and its measurements are clearly laid out. Three Putt is built for roomier streetwear shapes, and stops at 2XL, the same top size as Criquet’s XXL. For a neat collared look, Criquet wins; for a relaxed casual fit, Three Putt is the easier choice.
Style and Versatility
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt is golf streetwear: golf-themed graphics on heavyweight cotton, cut in relaxed and oversized shapes. A Three Putt hoodie works on a casual range session, at the pub after a round, or as a weekend layer. It is not the right top for a members' competition at a traditional club.
Criquet
Criquet's look is vintage clubhouse. Structured collars and stripes give its polos a retro feel that reads as golf without looking like tour kit. The pearl snap shirts, shackets and pocket tees push the same mood into everyday clothes.
The Players Shirt is the rare piece that does both jobs. It meets a collared-shirt rule on the first tee, then looks like a smart casual shirt at dinner. If you are unsure what your club allows, check its golf dress code before you buy.
Style Verdict
Both brands care more about life around golf than about tour-player styling. Criquet does it with collars and a retro American clubhouse feel. Three Putt does it with graphics on streetwear. If you want one shirt for the course and the bar, choose Criquet; for jeans-and-hoodie weekends, choose Three Putt.
Quality, Durability and Sustainability
Three Putt Golf
Three Putt's quality story is weight. Tees are 305gsm cotton, sweatshirts are 400gsm and hoodies are 430gsm. On sustainability, Three Putt makes no recycled-content or eco claims. Its tees are 100% cotton.
Criquet
Criquet's quality case sits in the collar. The Players Shirt has a structured collar with removable stays to keep it crisp. The cotton Players Shirts are made in Peru, and the Performance version adds stretch and moisture-wicking.
On sustainability, Criquet says little. It has no sustainability page and publishes no third-party certifications, such as GOTS or OEKO-TEX, for its fabrics.
Quality Verdict
Criquet wins on shirt construction: a structured, stay-backed collar is a detail Three Putt's range doesn't attempt. Three Putt wins on fabric weight for the money. On sustainability, neither brand offers certification you can check.
Customer Support and Returns
Three Putt Golf
Delivery is free across the UK. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Email support@threeputtgolfclothing.co.uk first, and note that you pay the return postage. Support is by email.
Criquet
Criquet's refund policy allows returns or exchanges within 60 days of purchase, provided items haven't been worn or washed. Final-sale pieces can only be exchanged or swapped for store credit. Exchanges come with a $15 bonus credit towards the new item.
US orders get a prepaid return label. International orders don't: Criquet says it can't cover return shipping, so a UK buyer pays the postage to send items back. Original shipping fees aren't refunded unless an item arrived damaged.
Support runs by email at criqueteers@criquetshirts.com, live chat and a US phone line, +1 833 536 0672. Its help centre confirms international shipping, with an extra shipping charge plus tax and duties.
Support Verdict
Criquet's 60-day window is four times longer than Three Putt's 14 days, and it adds chat and phone. For a US customer with free return labels, that is hard to beat. For a UK buyer, Three Putt is simpler: free delivery, no import charges and no international postage, though you pay to send items back.
Our Pick
Buy Criquet if you want a collared shirt with character. The Players Shirt meets a club dress code, the Performance version handles a warm round, and the 60-day returns window is generous. From the UK, budget for shipping, taxes and duties, and for return postage. Our full Criquet review covers the shirts in more depth.
Buy Three Putt if you want golf style for the rest of the week, delivered free in the UK. Heavyweight tees from £24.99, sweatshirts and hoodies under £55 cover the walk to the first tee and the pub after. You will still need a collared polo from elsewhere if your club requires one.
Plenty of golfers will own both: a Criquet polo for competition days, a Three Putt hoodie for everything around them. For more brands with Criquet's American roots, see our guide to American golf brands.
Want something like Criquet at a different price? See our best Criquet alternatives.
About the Author
Graeme is a golf enthusiast and writer who believes the best golfwear should work as hard off the course as it does on it. Drawing on years of testing brands across every level, from high street to heritage, he writes honest, wearable reviews that cut through the marketing noise. When he's not reviewing the latest drops, you'll find him on the fairways of West Yorkshire, usually three-putting.
Frequently Asked Questions About Three Putt vs Criquet
Is Three Putt a good alternative to Criquet?
For off-course style, yes, and it is easier and cheaper to buy in the UK. Three Putt sells long-sleeves and heavyweight tees, sweatshirts and hoodies from £24.99 with free UK delivery. It is not a swap for the Players Shirt, though. There are no polos, trousers, shorts or waterproofs in the Three Putt range.
Which is better on the course?
Criquet, clearly. Its Players Shirts are collared, so they meet a collared-shirt dress code, and the Performance version adds stretch and moisture-wicking for warm rounds. Three Putt's cotton tees and hoodies suit a relaxed round at an easy-going club, but offer no performance fabric or weather protection. Neither brand sells a waterproof-rated jacket.
How much does Criquet cost in the UK?
On Criquet's UK site in October 2026, the Top-Shelf and Performance Players Shirts showed at £96 and slub cotton tees at £54–£59. In the US the Players Shirts cost $104. UK orders add a shipping charge plus taxes and duties, and international buyers pay their own return postage.
How do the sizes and fits differ?
Criquet's Players Shirts run S–XXL against body measurements of a 36–49 inch chest, and a slim fit version is also sold. There are no big and tall sizes. Three Putt cuts are roomier: relaxed tees, oversized long-sleeves, regular-fit sweatshirts and oversized hoodies. It runs S–2XL, except the oversized long-sleeves (S–XL).
Which is better off the course?
It depends on the setting. Criquet suits smart-casual days, dinners and the clubhouse, with collars and a retro American look. Three Putt works as everyday streetwear, with heavyweight cotton and golf graphics. For pubs, cold weekends and gifts with free UK delivery, Three Putt is the easier pick.
Are Criquet and Three Putt sustainable?
Neither brand offers much to check. Criquet has no sustainability page and publishes no third-party certifications for its fabrics. Three Putt makes no recycled-content or eco claims; its tees are 100% cotton. Golfers who want certified materials should look beyond both.
Is Three Putt good quality?
Three Putt's quality case rests on fabric weight. Tees are 305gsm 100% cotton, sweatshirts are 400gsm cotton and hoodies are 430gsm cotton/polyester. That is substantial for casual wear at £24.99–£54.99. Criquet offers more shirt construction, such as a structured collar with removable stays, at £96 a shirt on its UK site.
Which ships better to the UK?
Three Putt. Delivery is free across the UK, with no import charges. Criquet ships to the UK for an extra shipping charge plus taxes and duties, and doesn't ship its college and MLS pieces abroad. Criquet's returns window is longer, at 60 days against 14, but UK buyers pay their own return postage.
