[Slogan] Perfect for sports days and athletic festivals! A curated selection of impactful phrases

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Slogans play an important role in sports days and athletic festivals.

They’re words that boost everyone’s morale and instantly lift the mood.

This article introduces a variety of slogans suited for junior high school athletic festivals.

From familiar four-character idioms to famous lines from popular manga, it gathers a wide range of expressions.

A slogan can be called the face of the year—it’s a tough choice, but take your time and come up with a wonderful one!

English-based (1–10)

One for All, All for One

A slogan to boost team unity! Here are some ideas for “One for All, All for One.” If you’re part of a sports team, you’ve probably heard it before.

The phrase “One for All, All for One” can mean “One for the sake of all, and all for the sake of one,” or “One for all, and all for one goal.” Either way, it’s perfect for school sports days and athletic festivals.

Be sure to give it a try!

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Over the top

Slogans that encourage students who are working hard! Here are some over-the-top ideas.

Many people may not be sure what criteria to use when choosing a slogan.

A slogan that sets the tone for a sports day or athletics festival also serves like a charm that inspires students from practice all the way to the big day.

The phrase “over the top” can carry the nuance of pushing beyond one’s goals or limits.

It’s a perfect fit for sports days and athletic festivals where everyone gives their all.

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ONE TEAM

It’s a phrase that spread after being put out by Japan’s national rugby team in 2019 and was even nominated for a buzzword award.

There are plenty of impactful words and cool quotes, but in the end, the easiest-to-understand ones get the message across most directly—simple words resonate with everyone.

We recommend using “ONE TEAM” as the main line and adding a subtitle with a phrase unique to your school!

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Believe In Yourself

To fully demonstrate your abilities when it counts, nothing is more important than recalling the efforts you’ve accumulated and believing in yourself.

This simple phrase carries a powerful message that awakens that self-belief.

The call to “Believe in yourself” has a tone like an appeal, evoking a sense of connection with your teammates.

It’s a phrase that not only strengthens your own confidence but also seems to draw power from your teammates’ trust and expectations.

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Go for it!

You may sometimes feel anxious right before the big moment, wondering whether your abilities will measure up to your goal.

This is a positive phrase that wraps up those worries and gives you a gentle push forward.

Don’t you feel a bit lighter just making this phrase—imbued with the spirit of “just give it a try”—your slogan?

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Never Give up

To seize the goal of victory, it’s essential to keep moving forward without giving up.

These words, which encourage those who feel discouraged and remind them not to quit, are perfect as a slogan for situations where people work together toward a goal.

In this phrase, “Never” is the key point, further emphasizing the determination not to give up.

By incorporating this strong word, it conveys the meaning of absolutely never giving up, directly expressing strong will and an unbreakable spirit.

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We are the one.

While individual skills are important for achieving results in competition, team unity is also a crucial factor.

The phrase “We are the one.” seems to capture that sense of cohesion and the determination to strive toward a goal.

Meaning “We are one,” it strongly conveys unified intent and a collective spirit.

It’s grammatically simple, easy to internalize as a team motto, and a perfect phrase to showcase your unity to others.

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