College Athletics

Division I Athletics Digital Recognition Systems: Complete Guide for NCAA Programs

Division I Athletics Digital Recognition Systems: Complete Guide for NCAA Programs

Division I athletics programs operate at the pinnacle of collegiate sports, where competition for championships, elite recruits, and national prominence demands excellence in every aspect of program operations. While coaching quality, training facilities, and competitive success remain fundamental to program strength, one increasingly critical element shapes how Division I athletic departments communicate their values, celebrate achievements, and inspire future excellence: digital recognition systems.

Read More

History of Northeastern Hockey: From Humble Beginnings to Hockey East Champions

The history of Northeastern University hockey represents one of college athletics’ most compelling transformation stories—a program that evolved from humble independent beginnings to Hockey East Conference championships, Beanpot glory, and national recognition. From playing in the world’s oldest hockey arena since 1929 to producing Hobey Baker Award winners and professional talents, the Northeastern Huskies have built a rich legacy that inspires current student-athletes while connecting generations of alumni through shared pride in program achievement.

Read More
The History of Boston College Hockey: From the Heights to National Championship Glory

The History of Boston College Hockey: From the Heights to National Championship Glory

Boston College hockey represents one of the most storied programs in collegiate hockey history. From the program’s early days through five national championships, the Eagles have built a tradition of excellence that resonates throughout college hockey. For over seven decades, Boston College has produced legendary players, championship teams, and unforgettable moments that have shaped the landscape of American college hockey.

Read More
Smaller College Sports Stadiums: Why Going Intimate Is the Biggest Trend Reshaping Athletics

Smaller College Sports Stadiums: Why Going Intimate Is the Biggest Trend Reshaping Athletics

The era of bigger-is-better in college sports stadium design is ending. Across the nation, universities are making counterintuitive choices: building smaller stadiums at premium prices, reducing capacities in existing facilities, and prioritizing fan experience over sheer crowd size. Northwestern University’s $850 million Ryan Field—the most expensive stadium in college sports history and simultaneously the smallest in the Big Ten—perfectly captures this paradigm shift that’s transforming how educational institutions approach athletic facilities.

Read More
College Commitment Recognition: Complete Guide to Celebrating Student-Athletes' Next-Level Journeys

College Commitment Recognition: Complete Guide to Celebrating Student-Athletes' Next-Level Journeys

When a high school athlete earns the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level, it represents the culmination of years of dedication, countless hours of training, academic discipline, and exceptional athletic achievement. Fewer than 7% of high school athletes continue their athletic careers in college, making these commitments truly extraordinary accomplishments worthy of comprehensive celebration and lasting recognition.

Read More
SEC Athletics Hall of Fame: Complete Guide to Honoring Southeastern Conference Sports Excellence

SEC Athletics Hall of Fame: Complete Guide to Honoring Southeastern Conference Sports Excellence

The Southeastern Conference stands as one of college athletics’ most storied and competitive leagues, producing legendary athletes, championship teams, and sports traditions that define American college sports. From football dynasties to Olympic champions, SEC schools have cultivated athletic excellence across all sports for generations. As these proud institutions seek to honor their athletic legends appropriately, modern recognition solutions offer compelling advantages over traditional approaches that struggled to accommodate the breadth and depth of SEC athletic achievement.

Read More
College Athletics Hall of Fame: Complete Guide to Honoring Collegiate Sports Excellence

College Athletics Hall of Fame: Complete Guide to Honoring Collegiate Sports Excellence

College athletics programs build institutional pride, forge lasting memories, and create traditions that connect generations of students, athletes, alumni, and fans. A college athletics hall of fame serves as the cornerstone for preserving these achievements, honoring exceptional student-athletes who excelled in their sports, and celebrating the coaches, administrators, and supporters who built programs of excellence. From Division I powerhouses to Division III liberal arts colleges, athletic halls of fame create tangible connections between past achievement and future aspiration.

Read More
College Football Hall of Fames: Honoring Legends Through Modern Recognition Displays

College Football Hall of Fames: Honoring Legends Through Modern Recognition Displays

College football programs across the nation carry rich traditions spanning decades—even centuries in some cases—of athletic excellence, legendary coaches, championship teams, and players who’ve gone on to professional careers and distinguished lives beyond the gridiron. A college football hall of fame serves as the cornerstone of preserving these achievements, honoring those who built program legacies, and inspiring current student-athletes to add their own chapters to institutional history.

Read More
Awards HTML, CSS, JS for Sidearm Sites: Complete Integration Guide for College Athletics

Awards HTML, CSS, JS for Sidearm Sites: Complete Integration Guide for College Athletics

College athletic departments face a unique challenge: showcasing achievements, awards, and records in compelling ways on Sidearm Sports-powered websites. While Sidearm provides robust content management capabilities, integrating custom awards displays, interactive record boards, and dynamic recognition elements requires strategic use of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Read More
Top Recruit Recognition: How Digital Displays Help Schools Celebrate Elite Student-Athletes and Build Championship Culture

Top Recruit Recognition: How Digital Displays Help Schools Celebrate Elite Student-Athletes and Build Championship Culture

When elite student-athletes commit to your school’s athletic program, that moment represents far more than a signature on a letter of intent. Top recruits embody hope for championship seasons, bring validated talent that elevates team performance, and signal to other prospects that your program attracts excellence. Yet many schools celebrate these pivotal commitments with brief social media posts and temporary displays that fade quickly from memory—missing strategic opportunities to maximize the recruiting, cultural, and motivational value these elite athletes provide.

Read More

1,000+ Installations - 50 States

Browse through our most recent halls of fame installations across various educational institutions