Breakaway Banners

Nothing pumps up a crowd like a team charging through a banner at the start of a game. HotPressKC prints custom breakaway banners designed for exactly that moment, built with a center split that tears away cleanly for a big entrance and then goes right back together for the next game.

How the Breakaway Design Works

Each banner is made from two panels joined at the center with a strip of reusable Velcro. That seam holds the banner together for display and photos, then gives way the instant your team runs through it, creating the kind of dramatic reveal fans remember. Since the Velcro closure is reusable, the same banner works game after game without needing a replacement.

Material Options

• 13 oz PVC Vinyl. Weatherproof and built to handle outdoor conditions, resistant to water and sun exposure. A solid pick for banners that see regular outdoor use across a season.

• 4.1 oz Snag-Resist Polyester. Lightweight and easy to transport, dye-sublimated for vibrant, fade-resistant color that stays sharp print after print.

Both materials hold up to repeated use, so you can pick based on whether your priority is outdoor durability or ease of handling and storage.

Sizes

Breakaway banners come in three sizes to fit different entrances and team sizes:

• 4' x 8'

• 6' x 10'

• 8' x 12'

Setup and Mounting

Every banner includes 2 inch pole pockets sewn into both sides, letting you slide standard poles through for quick, stable setup before kickoff or tipoff. The pole pocket design keeps the banner taut and upright, so it holds its shape and stays visible from anywhere on the field or court.

Built for Game Day

These banners are a natural fit for:

• Football

• Basketball

• Cheerleading

• Soccer

• Any team sport with a run-through entrance tradition

Whether you're outfitting a high school program, a college team, or a youth league, a breakaway banner turns a simple entrance into a moment the crowd gets fired up for.

Preparing Your Design

Our design team works with you to build a banner that fits your team's colors, mascot, and branding. Whether you're submitting finished artwork or starting from scratch, every order gets checked for print quality before it goes to production, and you can request revisions on your proof before anything is finalized.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the breakaway feature work? The banner is made of two panels joined by a reusable Velcro strip down the center. It holds together for display, then splits apart cleanly when your team runs through it, and reattaches for the next use.

What sizes are available? Breakaway banners come in 4' x 8', 6' x 10', and 8' x 12', so you can pick a size that fits your entrance and team.

Which material should I choose, vinyl or polyester? Choose 13 oz PVC vinyl if the banner will see regular outdoor use, since it's weatherproof and holds up to sun and moisture. Choose 4.1 oz snag-resist polyester if you want something lighter and easier to transport, with vibrant dye-sublimated color.

Can I reuse the same banner for multiple games? Yes. The Velcro center split is reusable, so the same banner can be run through and resealed for game after game throughout the season.

How do I mount the banner before the game? Each banner has 2 inch pole pockets on both sides, so you can slide standard poles through for a quick, stable setup.

What sports are breakaway banners used for? They're most common in football, basketball, cheerleading, and soccer, but they work for any team sport with a run-through entrance tradition.