Recommended for sports festivals! Examples of funny slogans and how to come up with them

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One of the biggest events in student life, the sports festival is always an especially exciting occasion.

And the slogan displayed every year is one of the fun parts of the event, isn’t it?

In this article, we’ll be focusing on slogans that are “funny” among all the sports festival slogans!

Coming up with phrases and taglines from scratch can be enjoyable, but it’s definitely easier when you have some examples to use as references.

Feel free to use the ones we introduce just as they are, or expand on the ideas and make your own tweaks!

Be sure to raise a great slogan and make unforgettable memories at your sports festival!

Buzzwords and trending phrases (1–10)

[Only/Nothing but] 〇〇 for the win!

It’s a slogan that powerfully proclaims that our team and our teammates are absolute—the best—and celebrates how amazing they are.

The original catchphrase is “oshi shika katan,” which expresses strong devotion to something you love.

Since a sports festival is all about striving for victory together with your teammates, it pairs well with the word “win.” If you insert a teammate’s name, it can be used to cheer on that member; if you insert a word representing the team, it strongly emphasizes unity and bonds.

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I just normally like winning more than Van Gogh.

This is a slogan that expresses a strong desire to win the sports festival by comparing the goal of winning with something unrelated.

It’s a phrase inspired by comedian Nagano’s famous bit, “I just like Lassen more than Van Gogh,” and the humor comes from comparing winning to Van Gogh—two things that have no connection.

Using Van Gogh alone works, but it could also be fun to expand the idea by comparing it to all sorts of other things.

Let’s convey full-on momentum and strength—enough to overwhelm any doubt about the irrelevance of the comparisons.

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Chu! Sorry for being so strong.

This slogan, humorously arranged from a song that gained popularity on social media—especially TikTok—really grabs attention.

Based on the phrase “Sorry for being cute,” it shifts the focus to strength to suit a sports festival, blending confidence in competition with a light, playful vibe.

It may sound jokey, but it actually conveys serious determination and a clear vision of winning together with teammates.

The little “Chu!” adds a catchy accent, and incorporating it into posters or banners will instantly brighten the atmosphere.

Mixing cuteness with reliability, this slogan leaves a strong impression and will help boost excitement for the sports festival.

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The hottest battle in the world is right here.

A powerful slogan that expresses both grand scale and passion at once.

The production that makes a limited-stage sports festival feel like a world championship instantly lifts participants’ spirits and draws out a mindset for serious competition.

Beyond sharpening athletes’ focus, aiming for world-class excitement on the cheering side as well can spark a sense of unity for the whole class.

For posters and pamphlets, incorporating motifs like the Earth or flames is recommended to visually convey passion.

This slogan evokes a stage where anyone can be the star—a single line that stirs the heart.

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Full-throttle sports festival crowd

A modern, approachable slogan that blends the language and enthusiasm of the social media generation.

The word “community” (kaiwai) carries the nuance of comrades who share the same energy, creating a sense of unity as if the whole class is building one world together.

Not only do they take the competitions seriously, but their full-on commitment to cheering, decorations, and production will also come across to anyone watching.

Incorporating SNS-style speech bubbles and hashtags into the poster will highlight its contemporary feel.

These words propose a new way to enjoy the sports festival: savoring the very moments of going all-in as trends within their own community.

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guaranteed win

A slogan that conveys overwhelming confidence in a single phrase.

The words “victory is already decided” succinctly express how serious we are about the sports festival, our team unity, and the confidence we have from our preparation.

Short yet highly impactful, it leaves a strong impression on anyone who sees it.

With a touch of internet slang, it feels friendly and playful, inviting laughter while still projecting genuine passion.

Placing it prominently on posters or fans can be expected to instantly elevate the atmosphere.

Simple yet profound, this slogan is a straightforward expression of a strong will to win the sports festival.

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Win or lose, it’s showtime.

It’s a slogan that conveys a positive attitude of enjoying not only the results of the sports festival events but the entire process.

Playing on the 2021 buzzword “Showtime,” its catchy rhythm evokes a festival tackled with smiles.

It expresses that the best memories are born when you give it your all, creating an atmosphere where people don’t get carried away by wins and losses and wrap things up with smiles.

Incorporating stage lights or spotlights into the decorations will highlight the show-like feel and complete a unique world view.

It’s a memorable phrase you can also use to showcase your class’s individuality.

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