UTSA Athletics is excited to announce the 2026-27 Birdcage Student Section T-Shirt Design Contest!
As part of our annual tradition, we're giving our students the chance to make their mark on the game day experience. The official 2026-27 UTSA Birdcage Student Section T-shirt for The Birdcage will be designed by students, for students — and the winning designer will receive a prize!
The winning shirt will be handed out to students at the UTSA home football opener vs. UTRGV on September 5th.
WHO CAN SUBMIT A DESIGN:
- All currently enrolled UT San Antonio academic campus and health campus students students (undergraduate and graduate)
- Students must be enrolled in classes for the Spring 2026 semester
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS: - Designs must be digital and submitted as a .JPG, .PNG, or .PDF file (no hand-drawn or scanned designs).
- Design must include the new student section logo for The Birdcage.
- Should reflect UTSA Athletics spirit and Roadrunner pride.
- Must align with the values and mission of UT San Antonio and UTSA Athletics.
- Include official UTSA Athletics marks and follow all brand guidelines. Logos and brand resources can be found here.
- Design may use up to two ink colors (white and orange) and will be printed on a navy shirt.
Orange (#E14504 / Pantone 1665 C)
White (#FFFFFF) - Design is front only.
- DOWNLOAD the Entry Form and Design Template to get started.
DESIGN RESTRICTIONS
- No more than 2 colors (white and orange)
- No gradients or photo-based designs (flat, solid color prints only)
- No unofficial UTSA logos or altered marks
- No profanity, inappropriate symbols or non-UTSA themes
CONTEST RULES:
- All submitted designs become the property of UTSA Athletics.
- UTSA Athletics reserves the right to edit or modify the winning design.
- By submitting, you confirm the design is your original work and does not infringe on any copyrights.
- Designs that do not meet the official guidelines will be disqualified.
HOW TO ENTER:
- Submit your design and completed entry form via email to athleticsfanengagement@utsa.edu
- Deadline: April 29, 2026 by 11:59 p.m.
JUDGING & VOTING:
- The winner will be notified May 15 and publicly announced on Monday, May 18.
- Voting criteria:
-How well the design captures the energy of the UTSA
student section
-Creativity and visual impact
-Alignment with UTSA spirit and branding - Final approval of the winning design is subject to UTSA Athletics’ branding and licensing guidelines.
QUESTIONS?
Email us at athleticsfanengagement@utsa.edu for more info or help getting started.