the shape of san antonio fc's badge was derived from a variety of traditional national and international club crests. the heart of the badge contains two prominent elements: the five diagonal stripes, which were inspired by the armed forces’ service stripes, are a salute to san antonio’s rich military history and their upward movement signifies the club's goal to play at the highest level; and the rowel of the spur symbolizes the direct link between san antonio fc and its parent company, spurs sports & entertainment. binding all of the interior elements is a single "s”—a subtle nod to the hometown heritage and how it unites the community.