A Collection of Moving Songs Perfect for Sports Days and Athletic Festivals: Coloring the Drama of Youth

STARSNEW!Snow Man

Snow Man ‘STARS’ Music Video

Snow Man, a male idol group active in many fields, released their digital single “STARS” in February 2026.

Chosen as the theme song for TBS Sports 2026, it added color to broadcasts such as the Winter Olympics.

With its energetic beat and liberating melody, the track carries a powerful message for those pursuing their dreams.

Its uplifting feel, which supports those who push forward beyond frustration and anxiety, makes it perfect for school sports days and athletic festivals.

Play it right before competitions where teammates give their all, or during entrance scenes, and it will serve as an anthem that inspires students.

-ness; typicality; the quality/essence of being [X] (as in “X-ness” or “X-like character”)NEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Rashisa [Official Video]

Official HIGE DANDism, who lead the music scene with their overwhelming pop sensibility, released this single in August 2025.

It was selected as the theme song for the anime film “100m,” which premiered in September of the same year.

Its exhilarating, fast-paced sound races forward, brilliantly capturing the taut tension of the 100-meter dash.

The song portrays the struggles of living in a competitive society and the determination to keep looking ahead while resisting the obstacles that stand in the way, delivering a powerful message to those who move forward despite their doubts.

Play it during a school sports day as students sprint single-mindedly toward the finish line, and it will undoubtedly resonate with their earnest efforts and set hearts ablaze.

peace signNEW!Yonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Peace Sign

Crank up the energy with this powerful guitar rock tune! Written by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, it was released as a single in June 2017.

Chosen as the opening theme for Season 2, Cour 1 of the anime My Hero Academia, it quickly became a sensation.

The lyrics carry a message about overcoming your own weaknesses and charging toward the future, giving a strong push to anyone striving forward.

Blending a sense of speed with emotional vocals, this track is a perfect BGM choice for school sports days and athletic festivals where students give it their all—guaranteed to heat up any competition!

HeroNEW!DISH//

DISH// – HERO [Lyric Video]

An emotional rock tune by DISH//, whose lyrics—depicting a down-to-earth figure who stands up for their precious friends despite their vulnerabilities—truly hit home.

The powerful band sound and driving, catchy melody give a strong push to anyone heading into competition.

Serving as the opening track of their sixth album, “aRange,” released on April 1, 2026, this song was chosen as the theme for the drama “Detective: Back to Square One.” It’s a perfect fit for passionate scenarios like relays or cheer battles, where teammates join forces and single-mindedly aim for victory.

Experience this moving number that everyone striving hard for someone else should hear on the grand stage of a sports day or athletic festival.

NonfictionsNEW!Da-iCE

Da-iCE / “Nonfictions” Music Video

A powerhouse Da-iCE track that strongly propels those charging toward their goals through sweat and tears.

Its driving, dramatic sound and slightly wistful melody beautifully color the irreplaceable moments of youth.

Chosen as the cheer song for the 107th National High School Baseball Championship opening in August 2025, it also serves as the theme for the TV program “Nettou Koshien.” Sports days and athletic festivals culminate after days of practice filled with inner struggles and clashes with teammates.

This work stands beside every student giving their all on the grand stage where anyone can be the star, and is sure to move the adults watching over them to tears.

It’s a track guaranteed to deliver an unforgettable surge of emotion when it plays during the climax scene.

ikigai (a reason for living; the thing that gives one’s life meaning and purpose)NEW!SUPER BEAVER

SUPER BEAVER "Ikigai" Lyric Video (Fuji TV 2026 Athlete Support Song)

SUPER BEAVER is a rock band that keeps pushing people forward with straightforward lyrics and a fiery rock sound.

Released in December 2025, this song was selected as an athlete-support anthem for Fuji TV’s coverage of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

It has also been aired during broadcasts such as the All-Japan Figure Skating Championships 2025, amplifying the excitement of the grand stage.

The song carries a warm message that affirms not only victory and defeat, but also the effort it takes to get there and the gratitude toward those who offer support.

It’s a recommended rock anthem for the practice period leading up to the big day—like training for school sports days and athletic festivals—where teammates encourage one another as they build up each day.

Blue NoteNEW!M!LK

M!LK – Aono Oto (Official Music Video)

A M!LK track that strikes the heart with exhilarating sound and a powerful message.

Released in July 2025, this song was chosen as the tie-in track for the Sea Breeze commercial featuring member Hayato Sano.

It’s infused with a driving beat and a positive theme: no matter your age, you can relive youth again and again—it’s up to you.

Perfect for sports days and athletic festivals, it gives a strong push to students who, while clashing with their teammates, still sprint toward the same goal.

The liberating feeling of the chorus, as if the view suddenly opens up, mirrors the pure sense of achievement that comes from overcoming challenges together.

Whatever the outcome, it teaches that experiences you pour your heart into become shining memories—an anthem that vividly colors a page of youth.