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Bandana iluminada
The light-up piece for every dancer: lightweight, breathable, 22 x 22 in
$48 USD
For NBA and pro dance team directors building a game-night bandana number: our light-up bandanas glow solid, twinkle or flash in eight colors, so a 20-dancer line reads as one when the arena goes dark. Add LED fringe sequin jackets for the intro. Email “Team order” with your roster and game date for team pricing.
What does an NBA dance team need from a bandana routine?
Pro dance teams wear bandanas in some game-night routines. The look suits hip-hop and western numbers, it is simple, and every dancer can wear it. The problem is the arena: when the lights drop for a routine, a plain bandana disappears.
Our light-up bandana fixes that. It has LEDs built in, with solid, twinkle and flash settings, and it is light enough to wear through every kick and turn. On a pro line it does three jobs:
- It matches the whole line. Twenty dancers in one color read as one shape from the top rows.
- It reads fast. Pro routines are short, so the look has to land on the first count.
- It adds to the uniform you have. No new costume and no fittings for the full roster.
Built for short timeouts and halftime
A game-night number has to fit the clock. Under NBA Rule No. 5, mandatory timeouts run 2:45 for local games and 3:15 for national games, any team timeout beyond the mandatory ones runs 1:15, and there are 15 minutes between halves (source: NBA Rule No. 5).
The routines inside those windows are short. In 2017, The New York Times reported that the Knicks City Dancers had moved from 50-second routines to 90-second numbers in 2014, and that the Brooklynettes did two routines a game, each one minute to 90 seconds long. Each team had 20 dancers (source: The New York Times via WRAL).
| Game moment | Light-up piece | Light setting |
|---|---|---|
| Pregame or lights-out intro | LED fringe sequin jacket on the opening group | One solid team color by remote, full brightness |
| Mandatory timeout routine | Light-up bandana on every dancer | Solid for the line |
| Extra team timeout (1:15) | Bandana | Solid; no time to switch settings |
| Halftime feature | Bandanas on the line, a full LED body harness on the feature group | Solid on the line, color-changing on the feature |
| Theme night | Bandanas in the theme color | Solid or twinkle |
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Jaqueta de lantejoulas com franjas de LED
LED fringe front and back on genuine sequin fabric
$345 USD
How a pro line wears the bandana
Pro lines tie it the same way on every dancer. Pick one style and drill it:
- Neckerchief, point in front: the classic look for western and country theme nights.
- Folded headband: for hip-hop numbers with big head and hair moves.
- Tied at the thigh or upper arm: it moves with kicks and arm lines.
In the same report, the dancers measured their spacing on the court hours before the players showed up (source: The New York Times via WRAL). Add the bandana to that walk-through: tie it, switch it on and check the color under the arena lights and on the video board if your game-presentation team will show the number. Swap coin cells before the game, not during it, and keep the batteries with an adult. Solid mode lasts longest.
Color plans across a season
Eight colors (Pink, White, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Purple and Blue) cover most team palettes and theme nights. Directors usually order:
- A base set in the team color for regular game nights.
- A second set for theme nights, such as pink, green or orange, or white for a lights-out number.
- A split by section, so formations change shape when the rows cross.
Teams building a wardrobe from scratch can plan the whole season at once. The San Antonio Spurs, for example, said the Silver Dancers would return for the 2026–27 season after being discontinued in 2018 (source: KSAT). Our guide to NBA theme nights for dance team orders maps colors to common nights.
Add a jacket or harness for the feature group
Bandanas carry the line. A feature group of four to eight dancers carries the moment:
- LED fringe sequin jacket: LED fringe front and back on genuine sequin fabric, one solid color or color-changing modes by wireless remote, with brightness control. One size (Small to Large). Made for the intro and the opening number.
- Full LED body harness: color-changing LEDs from the choker down, over a catsuit, bodysuit or unitard. Handmade for your team.
A common plan: bandanas on all 20 dancers, jackets on the six who open the number and harnesses for the halftime feature. See halftime dance costumes with LED harnesses, light-up bandanas for dance teams and the full range of light-up dance team outfits for team orders.
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Full LED Body Harness
A full-body cage harness in glossy black straps and silver O-rings, with color-changing LEDs from the choker down.
$375 USD
Who signs off on a game-night look?
| Role | What they decide |
|---|---|
| Dance team director or coach | The routine, the look and the roster count |
| Choreographer | Where each light setting lands in the music |
| Game presentation or entertainment staff | When the arena lights drop and what the video board shows |
| Team manager or wardrobe lead | Sizes, batteries, charging and the spare kit |
| Marketing or partnerships | Theme-night colors and any sponsor tie-in |
Copy the director and the game-presentation lead on the team order, so the color plan matches the arena’s lighting cues.
Get team pricing
Email info@neoncowboys.com with “Team order” in the subject line and send:
- Your roster size
- Sizes for jackets and harnesses, or measurements for handmade pieces
- Your colors
- Your event or game date
Tell us your game dates, your team colors and how many dancers are in the feature group. We reply with team pricing. Harnesses and garter belts are handmade for your team; send your event date and we will tell you plainly what fits.
What do customers say about the LED Fringe Sequin Jacket?
The LED Fringe Sequin Jacket holds a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 23 customer reviews. A few of them, unedited:
“I LOVE THIS JACKET!!!!!!!!!! I was so obsessed with it that I had to order it for my wedding!!!!!!! It was a total hit with all the guests, and needless to say, it looks incredible at night. THANK YOU!!!!!!!”
— Paula S.
“I love this jacket so much! It’s super lightweight which is great for when you’re dancing a lot and the power bank lasted for hours. Changing the settings with the remote is super fun too! :)”
— Holly T.
“So fabulous I can't even explain how pretty this jacket is in person. The lights are so bright & pretty much give you any color option you can imagine with the remote. Definitely a must have for your closet!”
— Rebecca N.
Frequently asked questions
Do NBA dance teams wear bandanas?
Pro dance teams wear bandanas in some game-night routines, and the look suits hip-hop and western numbers. A light-up bandana keeps it visible when the arena lights drop.
How long is an NBA timeout?
Under NBA Rule No. 5, mandatory timeouts run 2:45 for local games and 3:15 for national games, and additional team timeouts run 1:15.
How many bandanas should a pro dance team order?
One per dancer, plus a few spares for game nights.
Can the whole line change color together?
Each bandana glows in the color you order, in solid, twinkle or flash. For color change by remote, add LED fringe sequin jackets on the feature group.
What batteries do the bandanas use?
Replaceable coin-cell batteries, for 10+ hours depending on the mode. An adult should handle them.
Do you offer team pricing for pro dance teams?
Yes. Email info@neoncowboys.com with “Team order” in the subject, your roster size, sizes, colors and game date, and we send team pricing.
See also: NBA cheerleaders and dance teams with light-up poms.
Sources: NBA Rule No. 5, The New York Times via WRAL, KSAT.
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