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What Are Breakaway Banners?

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Breakaway banners are custom-printed banners comprising two portions joined by Velcro down the middle. The two banner pieces combined make one cohesive image. They are often used at youth, high school, and college football games, where the joined banners are brought to the field and held by poles on either side. When the team enters the field, the players run toward the banner and break through it by the Velcro in the middle, creating a dynamic entrance that fans will surely cheer on as they go onto the field to start the game.

Our breakaway banners are made from durable 13 oz. vinyl, making it the perfect choice for football game entrances — they are 100% customizable, reusable, and durable enough to last multiple seasons while still giving you the custom look you need.


Standard & Custom Sizes Available

We offer our breakaway banners in any custom size so you can get exactly the banner you need. Banners can be ordered in any custom size between 2’H x 6’W & 10’H x 15’W.


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Breakaway Banner Features

Pole Pockets

Each breakaway banner comes with two sewn pole pockets, one on either end of the banner. These hemmed pockets are strong but simple ways to set up and hold your banners.
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Durable

Breakaway banners are meant to be run through, which means they should be durable enough to withstand repeated entrances of a sports team. Our 13 oz. vinyl is the perfect material for games regardless of the weather conditions.

Reusable

With Velcro patches down the middle of your banner, it's possible to use these weekly for several years. The banners are easily cleaned and stored between games or seasons for use in future seasons.

Additional Specs

  • Weight:

    0.083 lbs. per square foot

  • Thickness:

    13 oz. vinyl

  • Uses:

    Football games, basketball games, other sporting events, college & high school activities.

  • Print Method:

    Digitally printed UV ink

  • Estimated Lifespan:

    3+ years with proper use, care, and storage.

  • Common Sizes (WxH):

    12'x4', 10'x6', 12'x8', 14'x10


Assembly

To set up your breakaway banner begin by laying the two banner pieces flat on the ground. Avoid any abrasive surface like concrete or asphalt when doing so. Attach the two banner pieces together with the corresponding velcro strips that run down the middle of each banner piece.

Assemble the poles using the push buttons and connecting the female and male ends of the poles.

Once the Velcro is attached, slide the assembled, compatible poles (optional purchase if poles are needed) into the pole pockets on each end of the banner.

Finally, stand the banner upright. Doing so typically requires multiple people depending on the size of the banner. To prevent the banner from sagging in the top center, pull the very top of each pole towards the outside of the banner to increase tautness.

Once the graphic is pulled tight you’ll be ready for a football team to run through the banner and begin their game!


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Care

To clean your banner simply wipe it down with a non-abrasive cloth dampened in a mixture of warm water and dish soap. Let the banner air dry. When storing the banner be sure to roll it up to prevent permanent creases from occurring. Avoid contact with sharp objects or placing anything on top of the banner. Make sure to store it in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight and weather exposure.

Poles

If you don’t already have poles (should be diameter of 1” or less) to use with your breakaway banner you’ll need a set of compatible poles to slide into the sewn pole pockets on either end of the banner. We offer compatible aluminum poles as optional accessories for your banner. We recommend our aluminum poles due to their lightweight yet durable nature. These poles are easily connected together via a push button and locking mechanism. Each pole section is approximately 36” long. We recommend ordering enough poles to have at least 1’ of extra pole length than the height of your banner so it can be held off the ground if desired.


How to Use the Breakaway Banner Templates

  1. Click on the template that suits your banner style, and you'll be directed to our online design tool. You can now start changing the banner to suit your sports team.

  2. Make your banner changes using our online design tool. Upload your sports team logo or write a cheering slogan for the team. You can also modify the template's colors, fonts, and images.

  3. If you are satisfied with your design, hit “Save and Continue", and you'll be redirected to our payments page to confirm your order.



Fast Production

Next Day Production

Order by 9PM EST and we’ll have your breakaway banner completed and shipped the next business day.
Customizable

100% Customizable

Colors and design specific to your team or logo.
Satisfaction

100% Satisfaction

We guarantee you'll love your custom breakaway banner. If you don't, we'll be sure to make it right.
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October 3, 2018 by Lisa ( IN )
“Sign was exactly as described and graphics were great! Shipping was fast and customer service was excellent! Would use signs.com again in the future!”
Great work! Everyone...
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September 23, 2018 by SK
“Great work! Everyone loved it!”
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September 2, 2018 by Jeffrey ( WV )
“Great buy”
Love the breakaway...
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September 6, 2022 by Guest
“Love the breakaway banner, but when the image was enlarged, it distorted some, so I wish that the tech staff would have cleaned it up more or let me know to resend a photo.”
The Team loved...
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August 20, 2022 by KRISTEN
“The Team loved it. My only wish was that there were different size poles. It’s REALLY tall and a little hard to hold unless you’re 6ft”


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Q:
What's the lifespan for a run through banner?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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With proper care, usage, and storage you should expect to get 3+ years of use out of your banner.
Q:
How do I store my breakaway banner?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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To store your breakaway banner begin by cleaning or making sure that the banner is clean and dry. We recommend you store the banner with the velcro pieces attached together. After connecting the strips roll the banner material up with the printed side facing inwards to protect the graphics. Store the rolled up banner(s) in a cool, dry location away from sunlight and exposure to weather elements. Avoid placing anything on top of the banner during storage. Avoid contact with sharp or abrasive objects that may damage the banner material as well.
Q:
Do your breakaway banners come with a carrying case?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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Our breakaway banners don't come with a carrying case. However, if you choose to add optional poles to your order you can also add an optional carrying case for the poles.

Q:
What are some typical uses for breakaway banners?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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By far the most common use for breakaway banners is for football game events like pregame and halftime shows during high school and youth or pee wee football games. Beyond this, they can also be used in pep rallies, fundraisers, and other festivities. They can also be used in other sporting events like basketball, lacrosse, rugby, etc.
Q:
How many people do I need to use a breakaway banner?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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Multiple people are required to completely assemble and use a football run through banner. The amount of people you will need to use a banner will depend on your individual circumstance, the people helping you, and the size of the banner. In most cases two people are sufficient but you may need four or more for very large banners. Cheerleaders, cheer squads, parents or school staff can all easily assemble, use, take apart and store the breakaway banners with no prior training or expertise needed.
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Will my breakaway banner tear or rip when people run through it?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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Breakaway banners are made from durable vinyl that is resistant to tears and rips. The material is connected by velcro strips that firmly adhere to each other and are designed to withstand repeated use of football teams running through the banner.
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How fast can people run through the banner? Will running too fast ruin the banner?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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Breakaway banners are designed for adults to be able to "break through" the banner. Running through the banner is something that should be expected in use and shouldn't result in damage provided the banner has been properly cared for and maintained.

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Are there any precautions to using a breakaway banner to prevent injury?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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When running through a breakaway banner we recommend doing so with safety in mind. Properly instruct those running through the banner to watch out for each other as well as the banner itself as they run through it. Instruct football players to avoid bumping into one another or stepping on the banner as these may both result in people falling and potentially injuring themselves and/or others. The banner is easily separated and excessive force isn't necessary. Further, and as explained above, ensure those holding the banner anticipate the loss of tension when the banner breaks. So long as they are aware of this they can ensure they do not lose their balance when the players break through. Excepting human error, there is very little risk of injury while using these banners.

Q:
Are breakaway banners weather resistant? Will they fade in sunlight?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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Breakaway banners are printed on durable vinyl and printed with UV safe ink for use during inclement weather football games or bright sunny days for years to come.
Q:
Can I use my breakaway banner in warm and cold temperatures?
Asked 2 years ago by Signs
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Yes! Our breakthrough banners are designed to be used for any occasion. Rain or shine, spring or summer, fall or winter, these banners are a great option for your event. Please note though that during colder weather the vinyl banner material will become more rigid and less flexible.