Soccer Banner Ideas
Elements of a Great Soccer Team Banner
- Sponsor (if applicable)
- Logo or Team Name
- Names & Numbers
- League and Year
- Coaches & Team Parent
- Non-distracting Background
- Visible from afar
Hover or tap the numbered circles on the example banner for info about each.
Sponsor
Without them, you’d probably be paying more for those jerseys and gear.
Team Name or Logo
You should include an image or logo if you have one. Big bold text will do as well. Make it fun, especially for youth soccer leagues.
Names & Numbers
For youth soccer you only need to include First Name, or First Name + Last initial. As players grow older last names are important. Numbers are key, so those scouts (and parents) in the crowd can figure out who is who from a distance.
League & Year
You’ll want the year and league name, especially for mini banner keepsakes, and coach will appreciate it when it’s hanging in the garage later.
Coach, Assistant Coach(es), Team Parents
If you have these, include them. It’s always great to thank the coaches and team parents for their dedication.
Background Image
Make sure any background images do not distract from, or lessen other more important elements. Use opacity where possible, or choose images that blend in well.
Soccer Team Banner Design Examples
Click through the banner examples to get ideas for your next banner design.
Some are very simplistic, and some are very detailed. Some include player photos, and some don’t. No matter how many elements you add, make sure that the most important elements are the focal point.
It’s very easy to get carried away with distracting backgrounds and design elements, that don’t add much to the overall design.
When in doubt have someone review your design, or get some assistance during the process.
Elements of a Great Soccer Player Banner
- High-res athlete photo(s)
- Name & Number
- Logo or Team Name
- League & Year
- Non-distracting background
Hover or tap the numbered circles on the example banner for info about each.
High-res photo or photos
This should be the focal point of the whole banner.
Name & Number
The name should be visible from a distance, so use large and clear fonts. Especially for the last name. If your photo does not include the player number, make sure to add it. Doesn’t hurt to add it twice.
Logo or Team Name
The High School logo or team name should be very visible, either on the jersey, and/or somewhere printed on the banner.
League & Year
You’ll want the year and league name, whether that is for the school league or not. If the player gets to keep the banner, it is great to have all the details mentioned.
Background Image
Make sure any background images do not distract from the most important element, which is the player photo. The background will help with the overall look or theme of the banner.
Photo credit: bryantphotographics.com
Bonus Idea! End of Season Keepsake
What could be better than every player taking home their very own mini banner?
The head coach should probably keep the full size banner. The kids though will always be able to look back and easily remember teammates and the fun they had with their own mini version of the full size banner that was proudly displayed at all games.