Introduction

Gulliver Preparatory School in Miami has built a reputation for athletic excellence, fielding successful programs across 24 sports while providing nearly 1,000 students with opportunities to compete, grow, and lead. As the school's athletic facilities began showing the effects of decades of use, administrators launched a multi-phase improvement initiative focused on creating an environment that reflected the quality of its programs.

As part of that transformation, BIGSIGNS enhanced the renovated athletic spaces with custom environmental graphics and facility branding that reinforced school pride, energized student-athletes, and elevated the overall appearance of key athletic areas. The result was more than updated facilities—it was a stronger athletic identity that students, coaches, and the entire school community could rally around.

The Challenge

Like many established schools, Gulliver Prep faced a common challenge. While its athletic programs continued to excel, portions of its facilities had become outdated after nearly 30 years of use.

The school had already begun investing in major capital improvements, including new athletic turf, upgraded bleachers, and renovated locker rooms. However, administrators recognized that modern facilities alone would not fully capture the school's culture or inspire student-athletes.

They wanted the renovated spaces to communicate pride, tradition, and excellence the moment athletes walked through the door. Every wall represented an opportunity to reinforce school values, celebrate achievement, and create an environment worthy of one of South Florida's premier athletic programs.

The BIGSIGNS Solution

To help bring the school's vision to life, BIGSIGNS collaborated with Gulliver Prep to develop custom athletic facility branding using WallskinPSV™ Locker Room Graphics and complementary environmental graphics throughout the athletic complex.

Rather than simply decorating walls, the project focused on creating an immersive experience that reflected the school's identity. Motivational messaging, school imagery, and custom graphics transformed previously ordinary spaces into environments that encouraged athletes every day.

The collaborative design process played an important role in the project's success. Athletic Director Mark Schusterman invited coaches from multiple programs to contribute ideas for motivational phrases and visual elements, ensuring the finished graphics represented the culture of the entire athletic department.

Products Used

The Gulliver Prep athletic branding project incorporated several BIGSIGNS solutions, including:

• WallskinPSV™ Locker Room Graphics

• WallskinPSV™ Wall Graphics

• BlockWrap™ Concrete Wall Graphics

• DugoutSkin™ Dugout Wraps

• DuraFlex™ Scoreboard Graphics

Together, these products created consistent branding across multiple athletic spaces while supporting future opportunities for facility enhancement.

Project Highlights

• Private college preparatory school athletic facilities

• Multi-phase athletic facility improvement project

• Custom locker room graphics and motivational wall displays

• Athletic department collaboration throughout the design process

• Enhanced branding across multiple athletic environments

• Graphics designed to reinforce school pride and culture

The Results

The visual transformation extended well beyond aesthetics.

According to Athletic Director Mark Schusterman, the new branded locker rooms immediately changed how student-athletes interacted with their facilities.

"It's made a tremendous difference, and for people who are having second thoughts about spending the money, it's given kids incredible pride in our locker rooms."

He also observed a noticeable increase in respect for the renovated spaces.

"There's a real respect in there, and it's interesting. I really noticed it this fall."

The updated graphics helped reinforce Gulliver Prep's athletic culture while creating an environment that reflected the school's tradition of excellence.

Combined with broader facility improvements, the branded athletic spaces strengthened the overall experience for athletes, coaches, families, and visitors while supporting the school's ongoing investment in its athletic programs.

Lessons Learned

Involve Coaches Early

The most successful athletic branding projects begin with collaboration. By gathering input from coaches across multiple sports, Gulliver Prep created graphics that reflected the entire athletic department rather than a single program.

Branding Supports Facility Pride

Updated facilities become even more impactful when environmental graphics reinforce school identity. Thoughtfully designed locker room graphics help create spaces athletes respect and enjoy using every day.

Consider Environmental Conditions

Every facility has unique environmental considerations. Schools should evaluate humidity, moisture, wall surfaces, and installation conditions to ensure graphics are paired with the most appropriate materials for long-term performance.

Think Beyond Construction

Major renovations create an ideal opportunity to add custom athletic graphics. Installing branding during facility upgrades allows schools to maximize the visual impact of their investment while minimizing future disruption.

Why WallskinPSV™ Locker Room Graphics?

Locker rooms are among the most influential spaces in any athletic facility. They are where athletes prepare, celebrate victories, recover from setbacks, and build team culture.

WallskinPSV™ Locker Room Graphics help schools transform these spaces by:

• Creating a professional athletic environment

• Reinforcing school culture and team identity

• Showcasing motivational messaging and achievements

• Enhancing recruiting visits and campus tours

• Supporting consistent athletic facility branding

Why BIGSIGNS?

BIGSIGNS partners with schools, colleges, athletic departments, and sports venues nationwide to create custom branding solutions that enhance athletic facilities and strengthen school identity.

From locker rooms and dugouts to stadiums, gyms, hallways, and athletic campuses, BIGSIGNS combines award-winning design, premium materials, and collaborative project management to help customers create memorable athletic environments that inspire athletes and impress visitors.

Every project is tailored to the customer's goals, ensuring each facility reflects the unique culture and traditions of the organization it represents.

Ready to Transform Your Facility?

Your athletic facilities tell the story of your program before a game is ever played.

Whether you're renovating a locker room, upgrading a stadium, refreshing a gymnasium, or creating a complete athletic branding package, BIGSIGNS can help bring your vision to life with custom graphics designed specifically for your facility.

Request a FREE Mock-Up today and discover how professional athletic facility branding can elevate school pride, improve the student-athlete experience, and create a lasting impression throughout your campus.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do locker room wall graphics improve athletic facilities?

Custom locker room graphics reinforce school identity, motivate athletes, create a more professional environment, and enhance the overall appearance of athletic spaces.

Can WallskinPSV™ graphics be customized with our school's branding?

Yes. Every WallskinPSV™ project is custom designed using your school's logos, colors, photography, achievements, mascots, and motivational messaging.

Are athletic wall graphics suitable for renovated facilities?

Absolutely. Many schools incorporate custom wall graphics during renovations to maximize the impact of updated spaces and create a cohesive branded environment.

Can BIGSIGNS create a complete athletic branding package?

Yes. In addition to locker room graphics, BIGSIGNS offers stadium graphics, dugout wraps, wall graphics, scoreboard graphics, windscreens, floor graphics, fence graphics, and many other custom athletic branding solutions designed to work together across an entire campus.