Custom Spincast Medals

Custom Spincast Medals: The Secret to Making Every Winner Feel Like a Champion

You've put months into planning your event. The course is mapped, the entries are in, the judges are lined up, and the schedule is posted. But here's the question that separates a forgettable event from one people talk about for years:

What are you handing out at the end?

Whether you're organizing a 5K race, a dog show, a county fair, a horse show, or a school competition, the award medal you give is the one tangible thing participants take home. It sits on a shelf. It gets posted on social media. It gets worn around the neck on the walk back to the car. It becomes a memory.

That's why Hodges custom spincast medals aren't just an event supply, they're the exclamation point at the end of everything you've worked so hard to create.

At Hodges Badge Company, we've been making that exclamation point for over 100 years. And in this blog, we're going to walk you through everything you need to know about custom spincast medals, what they are, why they're different, who uses them, and how to order the perfect one for your event.

So, What Exactly Is a Spincast Medal?

Great question, and it's one we get a lot.

A spincast medal is made by pouring molten metal alloy into a mold that spins at high speed. That centrifugal force pushes the metal into every corner and crevice of the mold, capturing fine details, sharp lines, and dimensional depth that other manufacturing methods simply can't match.

The result? A medal that looks and feels premium. Heavy. Substantial. Like it means something.

Compare that to a stamped medal, which is essentially a flat piece of metal that's been pressed into a shape, and the difference is immediately obvious. Spincast medals have texture, depth, and dimension. They have presence.

This is why event directors, show managers, race organizers, and award buyers across the country specifically request spincast medals when they want something truly one-of-a-kind.

Any Shape. Any Size. Any Design. Seriously.

One of the most common things we hear from first-time customers is, "I didn't know you could do that."

With custom spincast medals, the design possibilities are almost limitless. Round medals are classic, sure, but your event doesn't have to be. Your medal can be shaped like:

• A running shoe or finish line ribbon for a 5K or marathon
• A paw print or bone for a dog show
• A horseshoe or horse head silhouette for an equestrian event
• A ribbon rosette shape for a fair or 4-H competition
• Your organization's logo, turned into a medal
• A completely original shape that exists nowhere else

Beyond the shape, you control the details. Want a cut-out design with open negative space for a dramatic, modern look? Done. Want enamel color fill to bring your logo to life in full color? The first fill color is free. Need additional colors? We've got you covered! Want to add some glitter fill for a little extra wow factor? We do that too!

And the finish, antique gold, antique silver, antique bronze, bright gold, bright silver, you choose what feels right for your event's personality.

Every single custom spin cast medal we produce starts with your vision and ends with something no one else has.

Don't Forget the Neck Ribbon, It's Half the Medal

Here’s something a lot of event organizers don’t think about until the last minute: the neck ribbon is just as important as the medal itself. Think about it, when someone holds up their medal for a photo, what do you see? The medal and the ribbon. That ribbon completes the look and is part of what gets shared on social media, hung on walls, and remembered for years.

At Hodges Badge, every custom spincast medal comes with your choice of neck ribbon. You can choose grosgrain, stock, or our custom Millennium© ribbon, printed with your logo or event design on both sides at no extra charge. With our custom satin printed ribbons, you can add all the event details (name, cause, date, and location) plus divisions, groups, and classes and so much more alongside placements to create a medal that’s truly unforgettable.

Many competitors quietly charge extra for the neck ribbon, but we include it as part of the package. Your neck ribbon is personalized to your event and made to the same high-quality standard as the medal itself. It’s a small detail that leaves a big impression.

Who Orders Custom Spincast Medals? (Probably You.)

We work with a huge range of customers, and chances are, your event fits right in.

Running Races & Endurance Events

Custom finisher medals have become the gold standard (pun intended) for road races. Runners choose their events partly based on the medal, and they share those medals everywhere. A well-designed custom spincast medal for your 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon, triathlon, color run, or mud run is one of the best marketing investments you can make for next year's registration numbers.

We've created running medals shaped like city skylines, race routes, local landmarks, and mascots. If it represents your race, we can cast it.

Schools, Academic Events & Recognition Programs

Not every great achievement happens on a field or a track. Science fairs, spelling bees, academic decathlons, music and art festivals, honor society inductions, and employee recognition programs all deserve a meaningful award. A custom spincast medal says you earned this in a way that a certificate alone simply doesn't.

Gymnastics, Dance & Cheer

Invitationals, showcases, regionals, and championship meets, young athletes pour their hearts into these competitions. A custom medal in their event colors, with their competition name cast right into the face of the medal, is something they'll hold onto for years. We'll match your team or event colors in the enamel fill and neck ribbon, so everything coordinates perfectly.

Swim Meets

Whether it's a local age group meet or a championship invitational, swimmers love a custom medal that reflects their sport. Wave designs, dolphin shapes, swimmer silhouettes, or submit your club or event logo and we'll build around it.

County Fairs, State Fairs & 4-H Competitions

From livestock judging to baked goods, photography to fiber arts, brew fest, fair participants work hard for their placements and deserve an award that honors that effort. Custom spincast medals for fair and festival events are a step above the standard ribbon, and participants love them. We understand the 4-H world too, clubs, county competitions, and state-level events can all benefit from a custom medal that participants keep for life.

Festivals & Community Events

Music festivals, cultural celebrations, chili cook-offs, craft fairs, community 5Ks, brew fest and pub crawls, events that bring people together deserve awards that feel special. A custom medal with your festival logo or theme design is a keepsake that keeps your event alive long after the last booth breaks down.

How to Order Custom Spincast Medals from Hodges Badge

We've made this as simple as possible, and our team walks alongside you through every step.

• Step 1 — Pick Your Size Our spincast medals range from 1.5” to 3.5" in diameter, with custom sizing available by quote. Not sure what size is right? We'll help you decide based on your event type and budget.
• Step 2 — Share Your Artwork or Idea You don't need a finished design file to get started. Submit your logo, a rough sketch, a description, or even just inspiration, our design team will turn it into a production-ready artwork proof.
• Step 3 — Approve Your Proof Before anything goes into production, we send you a digital proof for your review and approval. Nothing moves forward until you love what you see.
• Step 4 — Choose Your Options Finish (antique or bright), enamel colors, optional glitter fill, and your neck ribbon, all selected during this step.
• Step 5 — Place Your Order Minimum order is 50 pieces. Production begins upon order approval and payment receipt.
• Step 6 — Receive Your Medals in Approximately 6 Weeks Standard production is about six weeks. Need them faster? Give us a call, we’ll do our best to find a solution.

A Few Things People Always Ask Us

"Is the neck ribbon really included?" Yes. Your neck ribbon is included with your custom spincast medal order. No hidden charges.

"Can I really get any shape?" Virtually, yes. If it can be molded, we can make it. Reach out and describe your idea, our team will tell you what's possible.

"What if I've never ordered custom medals before?" Perfect, we love working with first timers. Our team will guide you through every decision, so you feel confident from start to finish. We've been doing awards since 1920. You're in good hands.

"How much do they cost?" Pricing depends on size, quantity, and options. With 50 pieces, you're looking at competitive per-unit pricing that goes down significantly as quantity increases. Contact us for a custom quote, there's no obligation.

Ready to Create Something Unforgettable?

Your event deserves an award that lives up to the effort everyone puts in to be there. Whether you're handing out 50 medals at a local dog show or 5,000 finisher medals at a half marathon, custom spincast medals from Hodges Badge Company give every participant something to be proud of, something they'll keep, display, and remember.

Over 6,000 event organizers, show managers, race directors, and award buyers have given us five-star reviews. We've earned that trust one award at a time, for over a century. Let's make you next

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