Pennants are small flags typically used to represent teams, organizations, or nations at events and celebrations. In Mexico, pennants are commonly used in sports, festivals, and even as decorative items. They come in different shapes, sizes, and designs, each serving a unique purpose or representing different aspects of Mexican culture.

1. Sports Pennants

• Overview: Sports pennants are some of the most popular types of pennants in Mexico. These are typically used to represent different sports teams or clubs, particularly in soccer, baseball, and other major sports.

• Types:

  • Soccer Team Pennants: These pennants are often seen at soccer matches or in the homes of passionate fans. They feature logos, team colors, and sometimes the names of clubs. Teams like Club América, Chivas Guadalajara, Cruz Azul, and Pumas UNAM have their own sets of soccer pennants that are highly collectible among fans.

  • Baseball Team Pennants: Baseball is another beloved sport in Mexico, and teams from the Liga Mexicana de Béisbol (Mexican Baseball League) have their own pennants. Popular teams include the Diablos Rojos del México, Leones de Yucatán, and Tomateros de Culiacán.

  • National Team Pennants: Pennants for the Mexico national football team (El Tri) are commonly used by fans during international competitions, like the FIFA World Cup and the Gold Cup. These pennants often feature the national flag and the team's emblem.

• Purpose: These sports pennants are often used at sporting events to show team support or are collected as memorabilia. They may be displayed at home, in offices, or at sporting venues.