80+ Good Luck Wishes for a Competition or Tournament

Whether it’s a sporting event, spelling bee or math olympics, competitions bring out the nerves in all of us. And when it’s someone you know or care about about to be involved in a match or tournament you might be thinking about how to encourage them.

A thoughtful good luck message is always a good way to show you believe in them and want them to succeed.

These 80+ good luck wishes are perfect for any competition or tournament. From short and simple texts to send on the day to longer notes for a letter or card, these good luck wishes will inspire and motivate them on their big day.

Good Luck Wishes for your Competition

These good luck wishes are for any sort of competition someone is involved in.

• Wishing you the best of luck for your upcoming competition! You’ve got this!
• You’ve trained so hard for this moment I know you’re going to own it. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way for an amazing competition!
• Let’s go champ! Wishing you strength and focus for today.
• You were born for this! Now go out there and show them what you’ve got! Best of luck.
• Stay confident and keep your eyes on the prize. Sending lots of luck from afar!
• We’re all rooting for you! Hope you can enjoy the big day and don’t let the nerve get the better of you. Good luck!
• Compete with heart and enjoy the experience. You’ve already won by making it this far!
• Go out there and bring that trophy home! Wishing you all the luck in the world.
• You’re going to rock it. I know how hard you’ve worked and it’ll all pay off.
• This is your moment to shine. It’s going to be competition to remember, for all the right reasons!

Confidence Boosting Messages

When someone you know is competing and you want to boost their confidence as well as wishing them luck these messages are ideal.

• Remember how hard you’ve worked for this. Go show them what you’re made of! Best of luck.
• Believe in yourself as much as we believe in you. You have so much talent and strength., you’re going to do amazingly well. Good luck.
• Every challenge you’ve faced has prepared you for this moment. There’s no doubt in mind that you’re ready. Good luck out there today.
• You don’t need to scream and shout about it – you’re well prepared and have skill on your side. Use that condolence to go out there and smash it.
• You’ve done the preparation and put in the hard work so today will go your way. Seize it and don’t look back. Good luck my friend.
• Trust in the hard work you’ve put in. It’s lead to this moment and you’re going to see everything pay off. I’ll be there cheering you on.
• You have everything it takes to win. Believe in your skills and you can do it. Good luck for today.
• Let your confidence guide you today. You’re completely prepared and have nothing to fear. You don’t need me to say it but – good luck!
• Harness that inner strength and use it to take you to victory. You have it in you to achieve anything and we are all by your side. Best of luck.
• Confidence is your best asset. If you have the belief you will win you’re half way there. And I believe you will win. So good luck and don’t doubt yourself.

Good Luck Messages for a Tournament

If you know someone who is taking part in a tournament of some kind then wish them all the best and good luck with these messages.

• You’ve put in so much hard work and practice. Now go out there and play your heart out! Wishing you the best in the tournament.
• Stay confident and give it your all! Victory is within your grasp and I know you’re going to take it.
• I believe in you and have done every step of the way. Go and show them what you’re made of!
• It’s time to light up the scoreboard! Good luck for the tournament today.
• Time to show them your champion spirit! Sending luck your way.
• Sending you positive vibes for your tournament today. You don’t need my good luck wishes, you’re going to do brilliantly.
• Stay focused, trust in your skills and try to enjoy yourself. I’ll be rooting for you all the way.
• You’ve already made us so proud. Have fun and play your heart out.
• It has all lead up to this point. Bring that trophy home! Good luck my friend.
• You always rise to the occasion. Keep your cool and you’ll have no problems. Good luck for the tournament.

Funny Good Luck Wishes for Competitions

Sometime humor can be the best way to wish someone good luck. These funny wishes will give them a laugh before they compete.

• Don’t worry, I heard the competition is allergic to awesomeness. You’ve got this!
• Just remember, if you can’t dazzle them with brilliance, baffle them with your bullsh*t.
• Good luck! And if you don’t win just tell everyone you let them have it.
• Here’s to hoping your performance is as smooth as your talk.
• Remember, winning isn’t everything, but wanting to win is. So want it more than anyone else!
• If at first, you don’t succeed, skydiving is not for you. Luckily, this isn’t skydiving. Go ace it!
• Sending you all my positive vibes. They’re slightly used but still good.
• Go out there and give it 100%. Unless you’re donating blood.
• May the odds be ever in your favor. And if they’re not, may your spirit of denial be even stronger.

Good Luck for your Match

A big match is a nerve wracking day. So send a good luck message to whoever is it who’s about to take part in a match.

• It’s game day! Do yourself proud and play with confidence and heart. Good luck.
• Leave it all on the field/court today. No matter what you’re a winner!
• I’ve seen you in action and know you have what it takes to win today. Go out there and smash it!
• You’ve not only got skill but luck on your side today. You’re going to absolutely dominate!
• Bring the heat! You’re going to crush it out there. Sending luck and best wishes for your match.
• There’s nothing hold you back but yourself. Have faith and belief and you’ll achieve everything you want. Good luck.
• Enjoy the match today and remember you’re a winner no matter what.
• Wishing you the very best of luck for your match today. You’re going to do great.
• Sending good vibes and good luck for the match. Stay focused and enjoy your time out there – I know you’re going to win!
• I will be thinking of you as you walk out on the field today. Best of luck!

Best of Luck for your Game

• Victory will be yours! Best of luck for the game today.
• Get out there and show off your skills. Sending you good luck for a positive result.
• Hoping luck is on your side today. Although I’m sure you won’t need it and will crush it either way.
• Good luck for the game. I’ll be keeping all my fingers crossed for a big win.
• May you enjoy a fun game:.. but most importantly you win! Have a great time and best of luck.
• Sending good vibes for your game today. I’m sure you’ll do great and come out on top.
• It’s not the winning that matters but the taking part. But the winning is a lot of fun too! Good luck.
• Wishing you lots of luck for your big game. You’re going to smash it.

Motivational Words for Overcoming Nerves

Get them motivated and ease their nerves with these messages.

• Nerves are just your body’s way of saying you’re ready to kick butt. Don’t let them hold you back.
• Feel the fear and do it anyway. You have to go beyond your comfort zone to achieve greatness.
• Breathe in confidence, breathe out doubt. You were made for this. Good luck!
• Try to turn those nerves into excitement. I know you can do it and you have nothing to be worried about. Sending positive vibes your way.
• Think of it like this – the butterflies in your stomach are there to give you energy! And if that doesn’t help remember I’ll be by your side with all the support you need.
• Channel those nerves into energy. I’ve that power to smash the completion. You can do it!
• Nerves mean you care and caring means you’ll give it your all. That’s all you need. Lots of luck for today.
• You’ve conquered nerves before. This time is no different. Don’t let them stop you from fulfilling your potential because I know you can do it. Good luck.
• Embrace the nerves. See them as a part of the journey to achieving your dreams. Once you look at them like that you will learn to deal with and compete with them. All the best and good luck!

Uplifting Messages for Enjoying the Experience

Enjoying the experience is as important as the winning. So use these messages to let them know it’s the taking part that counts.

• Win or lose it’s all about the fun and the memories you make. Enjoy it and good luck!
• Don’t just compete, enjoy the journey too. That’s where the real magic is. Good luck and stay positive.
• Remember to soak up the experience as well as compete. These moments are precious and you can get so obsessed with winning that you forget to enjoy it. So I hope you can savor the taking part as well as winning! Good luck.
• Make today about enjoying the process not just the outcome. To all of us you’re already a winner.
• I know it’s a cliche but keep in mind – it’s not just about the finish line but the journey getting there. Good luck and have a blast out there!
• This competition is your adventure. Embrace every moment of it, every challenge you face and every triumph you have. Good luck.
• Let the thrill of the competition bring out the best in you. Enjoy the ride and everything it brings. These moments don’t come along very often so you don’t want to let them pass by without appreciating them. Lots of support and love.
• Keep smiling, no matter what happens. Enjoying the moment is the true victory.
• Every moment of this competition is a gift. Along with your competitive spirit be grateful you have this opportunity.

Encouraging Messages for Team Unity and Collaboration

For a lot of competitions it’s more than the individual – it’s all about the team. Use these message o say good luck for a team effort.

• As a team you are unstoppable. Trust in each other and victory is all but guaranteed. Good luck!
• A team that supports each other is a team that wins together. So a big best of luck to the whole team (not that you need it)!
• The beauty of a team is not just in winning but in fighting together. I’ve seen how united you all are and know you’re going to do so well. Good luck.
• Each of you brings something special to the team. Combine all those skills and you’ve got a winning combination.
• You are so strong together. If you look to one another for support you can conquer any challenge. Best of luck.
• The strength of the team is each individual member and the strength of each member is the team. If you remember that you can’t fail.
• Together every challenge you face is easier and every victory that bit sweeter. It sounds silly but teamwork makes the dream work!
• Your individual talents are considerable but it’s when they’re combined that the magic really happens. As a team you’re unbeatable. Good luck out there!
• A true team support each other, acts as one and wins together. Good luck and show them what you’re made of!

I hope these good luck messages for a tournament will help you to wish someone all the best for a big match or game.