CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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CREATED BY FANS. CHOSEN BY FANS. WORN BY FANS.
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AN OPEN CALL TO ARTISTS

Design Officially Licensed U.S. Soccer Apparel

We're inviting creators to submit original work inspired by the identity, passion, and culture of U.S. Soccer fans.

Submission Deadline: April 15, 2026

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how it works

  • STEP 1

    Click Here to register for free and get the design brief.

  • STEP 2

    Submit your original design by April 15th, 2026.

  • STEP 3

    A curated selection of submitted designs will become DRAFTED™ Artists, earning $500, ongoing royalties, and feature placement on the DRAFTED™ platform.

ARTIST REWARDS

  • If Your Design is DRAFTED™

    Being Drafted means your work is selected into the inaugural DRAFTED™ ROSTER - a curated group of artists shaping the next expression of U.S. Soccer Fandom.

    As a Drafted Artist you will:

    • See your design become officially licensed U.S. Soccer apparel
    • Have your work produced, sold, and worn by fans
    • Receive compensation ($500 cash award) and ongoing royalties, sharing in the success of your design
    • Be featured on the DRAFTED™ platform, sharing your story and creative perspective
    • Be eligible to be voted by fans as the DRAFTED™ Top Pick

  • If Your Design is Named the DRAFTED™ Top Pick

    From the Final Roster, one design will be voted by fans as the DRAFTED™ Top Pick and will become the lead expression of the collection.

    As the Top Pick Artist you will:

    • Lead the DRAFTED™: United by Design collection as its featured design
    • Be featured in collection launch promotion and media
    • Receive expanded distribution across official U.S. Soccer channels
    • Share in the continued success of your design through increased royalties
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"United By Design brings together my two passions, design and soccer. As a designer, I love seeing artists get real visibility within the sport, and as a fan, I love seeing merch that feels meaningful and connected to our national team. Giving fans a voice while ensuring artists are featured, paid, and earn royalties makes this feel genuine and impactful."
Ashley Taylor
Ashley Taylor
Assistant Professor at UCF’s School of Visual Arts and Design

Theme: United by Design

Across the U.S. Soccer community, fans express their passion through art, graphics, and supporter culture. This year’s theme invites artists to explore the identity, pride, and energy that unite U.S. Soccer fans.

Designs may draw inspiration from:

  • Match day energy
  • Supporter traditions
  • National pride
  • The diversity of the U.S. Soccer fan community

Artists are encouraged to bring their own creative perspective to the theme.

"If you want to see the beauty of what humans are when we gather, look no further than the culture we create when Soccer is involved. This culture, viewed through an artistic lens, is exactly what lies at the heart of DRAFTED. As a resident of the Cultural hotbed that is Atlanta, I can't wait to bring our unique style to DRAFTED!"
George F. Baker III

George F. Baker III

Muralist | Speaker | Creative Director at Foster

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need to be a professional designer to submit?

No. DRAFTED™ is open to all artists and creatives who want to express their perspective on U.S. Soccer fandom.

What should my design be inspired by?

Designs should reflect the theme United by Design, celebrating the culture, identity, and passion that unite U.S. Soccer fans. Artists are encouraged to bring their own creative interpretation of the theme.

What happens after I submit my design?

Submissions are reviewed by a panel consisting of U.S. Soccer, Legends Global, the DRAFTED™ Team, and the Founding Creative Ambassador for DRAFTED™. A selection of curated designs are drafted into the Final Roster showcased on the DRAFTED™ Platform where fans vote to determine the DRAFTED™ Top Pick.

How is the winning design chosen?

A curated group of DRAFTED™ Finalists will be featured on the DRAFTED™ platform, where fans can explore the designs and vote for their favorite.

The design with the most fan votes will become the DRAFTED™ Top Pick

What does the winner receive?

  • Featured placement as the lead design in the DRAFTED™: United by Design Collection
  • Expanded distribution across official U.S. Soccer channels
  • Inclusion in collection launch promotions and media coverage
  • Ongoing royalties tied to the continued success of your design
  • The opportunity to have your design produced as officially licensed U.S. Soccer apparel

When is the submission deadline?

Design submissions must be completed by April 15.

How do I submit my design?

Artists must register through the DRAFTED™ platform and complete the official submission process. Once registered, you’ll receive access to the full submission guidelines and upload instructions.

How do I navigate the DRAFTED™ platform?

Please see the DRAFTED™ Artist Navigation Guide.