It takes more than just Ws to make your fantasy team stand out. Your team needs some flair, some razzle dazzle. It can also take some creativity in the form of a custom fantasy football. But where do you start? Here are three features that many of the best fantasy football logos share. Read on to get inspired.
1. Team name.
Your team name is one of the most important aspects of your team’s brand. It’s how you’ll refer to your fantasy league team all season long. Let’s face it, names like “Home Team” or “Al’s Fantasy Football Bunch” won’t cut it in the age of trash talking social media trolls. You need a name that connects your team to a big and bold concept.
Think of your favorite NFL teams. From the Atlanta Falcons to the New York Giants, some of the most well-known football teams use symbols of strength and bravery to represent their teams.
Brainstorm a list of names and consider a unique mascot. Keep in mind that ESPN limits team names to 32 characters.
2. Team colors.
Do you have team colors? If not, pick some. Placing your team colors on a logo can quickly distinguish your fantasy football league from others. Select a color palette that symbolizes what you want your team to represent. Your logo colors can perfectly match your mascot — like the New England Patriots’ red, white, and blue — or you can take color meanings into consideration as you mock up your logo. For example, orange logos can represent enthusiasm, courage, and excitement, while red logos can represent action, strength, and confidence. Maybe you simply have a favorite color. Maybe you’ll want to go with the team colors of your high school or college alma mater. You can also always go with the colors of your favorite NFL team. Purple Pride, anyone?
3. Stand-out font.
No fantasy football team logo is complete without a striking font. Most football leagues use bold font and all-caps letters to emphasize the strength of their teams. However, don’t let the norms stop you from getting creative with your typography. Any easy-to-read, legible font can draw eyes to your team and look great when you share your wins on social media.
