Cheering on your team is a responsibility that no serious sports fan takes lightly. You’re always prepared for the games, with your jersey, hat, face paint, and, of course, a token of support. These signs can be as simple as black text on a piece of cardboard or as ornate as works of art. But every now and then, a sign is so clever and hilarious that it jumps out from the crowd and makes everyone who reads it chuckle.
Game Day Signs So Funny They Deserve A Medal
All is conquered by love
This is the epitome of sincere love. If a couple’s love can withstand the Denver Broncos-Kansas City Chiefs rivalry, it can withstand anything. This married couple attended a Denver vs. Kansas City game, each cheering for a different side and dressed in their own team colors – the husband red for the Chiefs and the lady orange for the Broncos. The fact that they were married didn’t stop them from making fun of each other. After all, when you’re a die-hard Kansas City fan who marries a die-hard Denver fan, it’s sure to get heated whenever the teams meet. But, as their signs indicate, they married anyhow.
All is conquered by love.
Priorities
There are difficult decisions to be made in life. This woman, who made such a decision, felt it was the right one and prepared a placard to brag about it. She and her four-year boyfriend were discussing marriage before the 2011 World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers. She really wanted a ring, but her boyfriend offered her World Series tickets instead, and she accepted, swearing never to bring up marriage again. And she certainly gained a lot from this move. She witnessed the thrilling Game 6 of the 2011 World Series, and a photo of her sign went viral.
Priorities
Proud parents
This Gonzaga student may have gone overboard with his sign. While we give him points for his dedication to his alma mater’s team (San Diego State University), those points do not count towards his grade point average, something we’re sure his parents will be upset about if the sign is correct. Maybe his GPA is dropping because he’s too busy watching basketball games to study, which we entirely understand, but we don’t condone failing classes because of sports.
Proud Parents
Excellent sportsmanship
Typically, placards at athletic events fiercely promote one team or the other, frequently to the point of mocking or criticizing the opposing squad. This fan, on the other hand, goes against the grain with his sign. He’s not your usual fanatical sports fan, with this massive banner reading: “I just hope both teams have fun.” But perhaps he has a point, because isn’t having fun what sports are all about?
Excellent sportsmanship
Hire this man
When he designed his sign for the game, this James Madison University student had only one goal in mind: to find a job. We all know how difficult it is for a new college graduate to get work, so why not try this unconventional method? It made us giggle and drew our attention, which appears to be quite strong marketing abilities, so he’s halfway there. And, with such outstanding credentials, who could refuse him?
Hire This Man
Blame the ref
Was that a terrible call that cost them the game? These supporters certainly believed so during this NCAA basketball game in which Dayton defeated Stanford, and they wanted to blame the referee for their team’s bad performance. Their eye-catching method to communicating with the referees earns some points, but we don’t think it will help their team win. These poor guys went all out, and they don’t appear to be happy with how the game is going. There is always next year!
Blame The Ref
Nontraditional proposal
This woman adores Aaron Rodgers and appears willing to go to any length, even leaving her current significant other, to marry him. She’s already claiming that she has no idea who the guy she came to the game with (her boyfriend? Husband?) is. Her sparkly “Marry me Aaron” placard is certainly catching everyone’s eye. Sure, Aaron Rodgers is a hottie, but we doubt her partner is thrilled with this sign.
Nontraditional Proposal
Sibling rivalry
Because these two brothers grew up supporting rival clubs, things might become nasty when they play each other. On the right is a Los Angeles Angels fan who came to support Mike Trout, with whom he shares a jersey number. On the left, we have a Detroit Tigers fan who want to distance himself from his brother. We’re impressed that they can sit (mostly) happily next to each other throughout a game like this!
Sibling Rivalry
Ball Wars
When it comes to basketball, Syracuse is well-known for its intensity. So there’s certain to be some hatred in the stands when the Syracuse Orange and the Duke Blue Devils meet. Students at both schools are known to be intelligent and creative, and, let’s face it, there are a lot of science fiction lovers in the audience. This leads us to the sign: Duke, I am your father. With his smart play on words and Star Wars connection, he really nailed it!
Ball Wars
Go sports!
This fan doesn’t appear to know much about what he’s cheering for; his generic sign might be seen at any tournament or game and represent nothing. Maybe he was dragged to the game by buddies, or maybe he just didn’t have anything better to do. We don’t know which club he supports, and we don’t even know whatever sport he’s watching. We like his spirit, and with a sign like that, he can’t lose.
Go Sports!
The greatest loser
Here’s another example of the rivalry between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos. This Broncos fan took it to the next level, insulting Kansas City with a creative play on words. Her sign claims that she set her DVR to record The Biggest Loser but it instead records Chiefs games, hinting that the Chiefs are the genuine biggest losers. Ouch. Props to this fan for not sugarcoating her comments, and it’s a pretty clever sign.
The greatest loser
This one hurts
Hunter Pence of the San Francisco Giants is the player that other teams despise. They’re always coming up with new methods to smear his reputation, and signs at sporting events are one of the finest. This chosen sign claims that Hunter Pence is unable to parallel park, and while we’re not sure if this is true, it would be a pity if it is. Hunter Pence trolling spread like wildfire on the internet, but it’s all in good fun because his supporters adore him.
This One Hurts
Ice, ice baby
Football supporters understand that when their team plays in a place like Seattle in the winter, they will be freezing. As a result, they usually know how to properly prepare, bundling up until every inch of skin is covered in layers of warm clothing. However, during this particular game, these Seahawks supporters were so chilly that they couldn’t feel their faces. These guys must be true fans, because they showed up despite the freezing temperatures, with a shout-out to The Weeknd’s smash song.
Ice, Ice Baby
It’s a blank slate
This woman, based on her jersey, is a fan who came out to support her team. But, for whatever reason, even though she couldn’t think of anything to write on her sign, she was determined to carry it anyhow. It shouldn’t be too tough to come up with a catchphrase to cheer on your team, and if all else fails, clap your hands. But she decided to go with a little levity instead, and this is what she came up with.
It’s A Blank Slate
Win win win
This fan was dissatisfied with the Toronto Maple Leafs’ failure to win three games in a row, so he did what he thought was best: he made a sign that brilliantly ridiculed his own club. While the joke itself is fairly clever, we must admit that making fun of your own team is a touch sad. We understand that being a Leafs fan can be difficult, but we believe he should save such insults for the rival team.
Win Win Win
Holding court
This Louisiana State University student values football. So crucial, in fact, that he may be breaking the law by attending the game depicted above. We hope it was worthwhile and that his team won, and that he didn’t get in too much trouble for skipping his court hearing. We’re not sure the excuse “I was at a big game” will hold up in court, so he should think of something to tell the judge.
Holding Court
Boise… city?
This Boise State student was sick of hearing that Boise isn’t a state. So, like any intelligent college student, he drew a placard that publicly acknowledged the taunts and then went on to explain why they don’t make sense. Of course, Boise isn’t a state, but neither are a slew of other colleges and universities with the term “state” in their names. We applaud this student’s calm approach to the situation, but we don’t believe it will stop the taunting.
Boise… City
Bribery
Every baseball fan desires to watch his or her team hit a home run. This little fan devised a novel strategy to entice the Texas Rangers to do just that. If they hit his sibling, he’ll give them the contents of his piggy bank, according to his sign. His parents are indifferent that he wants his own brother to be hit by a baseball, and his brother appears unconcerned as well. We don’t know how much money he has in his piggy bank, but the issue remains: is it worthwhile?
Bribery
This advertisement makes us hungry
When Russia and Canada play hockey together, there are always a few barbs that take things off the rink. A Canadian fan, for example, is holding a banner equating Poutine, Canada’s staple cuisine of French fries, gravy, and cheese curds, to Russia’s leadership. And, according to the fan, there’s not much competition here. Comparing Russia’s leader to a dish from Canadian cuisine may not be the most refined approach to support your side, but it does make for a funny sign.
This advertisement makes us hungry.
Playing God
That is one way to make your argument. This Miami Dolphins fan expressed his support for defensive end Cameron Wake with this clever outfit and accompanying sign. He dressed up as Jesus and hoisted a placard that read, “Cameron Wake is my dad,” meaning that Wake is none other than God himself. We’re not sure which is more likely, this fan being Jesus or Cameron Wake being God, but we appreciate the sentiment.
Playing God
That’s just rude
Some sports fans have a reputation for being, how should we phrase it, unpleasant. Here’s one fan who demonstrates the point. He’s not cheering for anything specific, and we have no idea which team he supports. The sign he brought to the game is just meant to annoy the person seated behind him. We can’t see the individual whose face is obscured by the sign, but everyone else seems to find it amusing.
That’s Just Rude
What does CBS stand for?
If you answered “Card Board Sign,” you and this Broncos fan share a trait. This lucky girl, who is attending the Super Bowl, is raising her placard high so that everyone can see it. She appears to be a Denver Broncos fan, but we’re not sure why she feels it’s so vital to stand up for these three words. Also, don’t tell her, because “cardboard” is probably just one word.
What Does CBS Stand For
So do we, kid
We appreciate the sentiment behind this sign, but we’re not convinced it’s placed in the most appropriate setting. Often, signs held up at athletic events are quite contentious, but this is one we could easily support. Even if there are some lactose-intolerant persons in the crowd, they may not be the biggest supporters of this kid. In any case, this symbol has nothing to do with the game at hand.
So Do We, Kid
Good husband
Someone is going to have to explain why there are no presents beneath the tree this year. This man claims he lied to his wife and told her he was going Christmas shopping when he was actually going to watch the game. If he had told her this while still wearing the dolphin suit, she would have guessed what was going on. We just hope that someone in the family buys Christmas presents, or else it would be a disappointing holiday!
Good Husband
Oh, brother
That’s one way to catch a basketball player off guard in the middle of a game! This fan held up a sign claiming to be NBA great Dirk Nowitzki’s brother, possibly in an attempt to distract him during a crucial moment on the court. We’re not geneticists, so we can’t validate this claim, but stating the claim in this manner might surely shock people. Do they resemble each other? We’re staying away from this one.
Oh, Brother
Is that a compliment?
What do you reply when someone tells you that their dog is named after you? This New York Rangers fan appeared to be attempting to get the attention of hockey player Sean Avery by displaying a red, white, and blue placard. We think he should be flattered; after all, she presumably loves her dog, but it’s still an unusual way to support someone at a sporting event.
Is That A Compliment
Wrong sport
We have no idea what this fan was thinking when he pulled out a giant placard that said “golf is fun too” during a hockey game. We’re not debating; golf can be a pleasant activity, but he’s nowhere near a putting green, and he appears to have mixed up his sports. Because it’s in such a prominent location for hockey players to view, the sign is bound to generate some misunderstanding on the ice.
Wrong Sport
Professional quarterback problems
Tom Brady is the quarterback everyone despises. In reality, images of “sad Tom Brady” are fairly common on the internet. They appear to help all other football fans feel better about Tom Brady’s actual number of Super Bowl victories. These Buffalo Bills fans are referring to Brady’s 2015 “Deflategate” scandal, in which the Patriots were caught inflating footballs, which is against the rules. These frigid Bills fans are making fun of both Tom Brady and the football controversy. That’s a good one.
Professional Quarterback Problems
A sign from heaven
This Pittsburgh Steelers fan claims to have a sign from a higher power. He tells his football team to run the ball while dressed as Jesus and claiming to be delivering advice from his father (read: God). If he truly speaks for God, the Steelers would be wise to follow his guidance. Although, if God were actually on their side, you’d think they’d have won a Super Bowl since 2009.
A Sign From Heaven
A love like no other
The Dayton Flyers fans holding this placard aren’t cheering for a specific basketball player, but rather expressing their enthusiasm for University of Dayton basketball in general. They want everyone to know how great and genuine their love for the sport is, so they compare it to one of the most recognized loves: Kanye’s love for himself. The fans are doing more than simply rooting for their team; they are also mocking Kanye West.
A Love Like No Other
Motivation
This young lady has a good reason to root for the Kansas City Royals: she’ll get a puppy if they win! We would absolutely be cheering loudly if we were in her shoes. We’re not sure if the players saw this sign from the field, but we hope they were giving it their all. According to the expressions on the faces of these devoted followers, the game appears to be in their favor, thus this fan will be taking home a new pet.
Motivation
Wrong event
Someone is extremely perplexed. Mixing up which sport you’ve come to see is even worse than mixing up a football game with a Nickelback concert. When he was trying to get to a rock concert, he ended himself at the Ohio State-Michigan State game. He was either completely perplexed or trying to grab a few laughs. In any case, his sign ended up on TV, so he at least got the attention he was looking for.
Wrong Event
Sorry, mom
We’re not even mad that he lied to his mother because he appears so pleased to be there. School is vital, but it’s good to miss a day of school every now and again for something truly important, like as the Brazil vs. Switzerland game. We understand this young man’s priorities, but the next time he should probably be honest with his mother in the first place, because she already knows where he was.
Sorry, Mom
Long lost brothers
We don’t condone any kind of mockery of professional athletes, but this sign is likely to put a smile on the faces of many Celtics fans. During a game between the Boston Celtics and Pao Gasol’s San Antonio Spurs, a fan determined that the Spanish basketball star looked strikingly similar to an alpaca and displayed a sign to that effect. The sign is all in good fun, and Gasol has had a successful career, so he probably doesn’t care what the fan thinks.
Long Lost Brothers
Signs!
Another fan who doesn’t appear to want to take a position on anything. He’s watching an Iona vs. Kansas game and is sitting with Kansas fans, but he’s not rooting for either team. Instead, he’s simply obsessed with “Sports!” We think it’s wonderful that he enjoys sports so much, but we think he’s missing the point of holding signs during games. We suppose it doesn’t matter too much as long as he’s having fun.
Signs!
Not so loyal
We’re not sure which of these gals is making the special offer because they’re sharing this contentious sign. They claim to be willing to leave their boyfriends for former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow, but do their boyfriends know? It might have seemed like a good plan at the time, but Tebow is currently playing outfield for the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, so we hope these gals didn’t do anything too drastic that they couldn’t undo.
Not So Loyal
Best husband
We hope he’s exaggerating for the benefit of his wife, and his wife isn’t going to give birth, but he’s surely demonstrating what a die-hard Los Angeles Angels fan he is. We have no idea whether his pregnant wife finds the sign amusing or whether she will be upset by it, but we are positive that when the baby arrives, it will be raised to be an Angels fan as well.
Best Husband
Simply keep yelling
This fan arrived at the big football game fully prepared, complete with face paint and a large sign, but had no idea what he was doing there in the first place. Perhaps he wanted to be on camera, or perhaps he just wanted to shout a little, so he decided to join in, despite the fact that he claims he doesn’t “know what we’re yelling about!!!” Nobody will notice the difference as long as he’s yelling something.
Simply keep yelling.
See you cannot
These signs are massive! Whoever created these is most likely a lover of both Star Wars and soccer, but not of being able to see the action. In principle, it’s a brilliant idea; no one can overlook such a sign. But no one sitting beneath the sign will be able to watch the game very well, and isn’t that why they bought a ticket in the first place?
See You Cannot