For cheerleaders to motivate the team and fans, it's important they themselves are a motivated, united team. Apparel worn by cheerleading members off the field or court signifies who they are and what they do. Active and leisure wear with team name, logos or colors will boost cheer squad spirit. Headbands, bandannas, team jackets, scarves imprinted with team logos, and in the team colors, signify unity and purpose. Face paint and tattoos area fun accessories for games, rallies and competitions. Spirit sticks, used as "most-spirited" awards, are a must-have for cheer squads. Team-branded lollipops and candy to throw to the crowd encourages fan fun. Team logo flags and banners hung on gym walls or the back of bleachers display "team" identity.
Stump Spirit
(800) 342-5644
stumpsspirit.com/catalog.cfm?cat=12601
Foam No. 1 hand mitts are fun to wear and they show team spirit. Pompoms in the team's color make a splash in the stands. Baseball caps, sweatshirts, T-shirts and jackets emblazoned with team or school logos identify you as a fan. Show the world just who you are cheering for---decorate your car with a team license-plate holder and window decals. Antenna ribbons in team colors and bumper stickers are a "spirited" addition. Gym bags imprinted with the team mascot or name shows your true colors and school pride. Children love to get in on the act and can often be the "biggest" little fans. Miniature team colored footballs, soccer and basketballs make game-oriented spirit items. Stuffed team mascots are fun for any age.
Absorbent, Ink.
(866) 580-6704
absorbentprinting.com/school-spirit
Spirit items can be part of fundraising. Sell items during lunch periods, at games and competitions. Confetti in team colors, sold to fans before the game, motivates fan involvement in a colorful display. Balloons in team colors can be sold to raise funds and spirit. Mini-megaphones, noisemakers and pompoms will encourage fan reciprocal cheers during the game, providing fun and support for the team. Silk-screened items such as T-shirts, shorts and sweatshirt can be worn at games and school. School items can be ordered in team colors and imprinted with team logos and mascots. Pencils, notebooks, book covers, water bottles, rulers and day planners are fun and functional. Locker accessories such as stickers, magnetic mirrors, calendars and frames, symbolize school spirit and school unity. Community fundraising can raise money and spirit with items such as stadium blankets, Christmas ornaments, team flags or coffee mugs.
U.S. School Supply
(877) 780-8900
usschoolsupply.com/fundraising_ideas