Copyrights, Trademarks & Logo Usage Guidelines

Copyrights
Unless otherwise noted, all materials and publications, including web sites and emails, are protected as the copyrights, trade dress and/or intellectual properties owned by Cook Inlet Soccer Club (CISC).  Such intellectual properties may not be reproduced or used by others without the express written permission of CISC. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.
 
Trademarks
The Cook Inlet Soccer Club trademarks, logos, brand identities, titles, trade names, graphics, designs and copyrights are protected intellectual properties that are both registered and unregistered trademarks of CISC, its affiliates and others.  Nothing used on clothing, uniforms, publications, web sites or other materials shall be construed as granting, by implication or otherwise, as a license or right to use any CISC trademark by third parties.
 
Cook Inlet Soccer Club Logo & Velocity Logo
The Cook Inlet Soccer Club Logo or Velocity Logo is available for certain authorized usage by, the CISC Board of Directors, CISC teams and certain pre-authorized suppliers and vendors. Unauthorized use of any CISC Logo is strictly prohibited, and may subject an infringing party to criminal prosecution.
 
Proper CISC Logo & Velocity Logo Usage
The CISC Logo and Velocity Logo are to be recognized as the official club and competitive logo, and if used, it must be presented in its entirety without modification, on such merchandise and/or materials including but not limited to the following:
 
• Soccer uniforms and other apparel, bags, hats, pins, patches, etc.
• Press releases and newsletters
• Posters, banners, field boards
• Print or broadcast ads
• Electronic mediums, websites, on-site signage
• Registration forms, applications, etc.
• Marketing or informational brochures and materials
 
Logo Usage by CISC-Affiliated Teams
Current member teams of CISC are granted a limited license to use the Cook Inlet Soccer Club Logos for newsletters and team web sites for identification purposes as long as the logo is not altered or combined with other symbols, nor used in a manner inconsistent with the goals and mission of CISC.  This limited license may be revoked at any time by CISC for individuals or teams who, in the opinion of CISC, do not adhere to CISC policies.  In such instances, and upon the written or oral request of CISC, all usage of the CISC Logo and CISC name must cease immediately.
 
All current CISC-affiliated teams are further permitted to use the CISC Logo on Team Tents, Practice T-Shirts, Scrimmage Vests, Team and Team Sponsor banners and signs, as well as on Sponsor Recognition plaques and similar gifts without seeking prior approval from CISC.
 
Logo Usage for Commercial Purposes Requires Written Permission.  The Club Logo is a valuable property of the Club, and revenues generated by sales of CISC Logo-bearing items are strictly subject to the direction and control of CISC.  CISC-affiliated teams may NOT use the CISC Logo for any commercial purpose whatsoever (i.e., the sale of shirts, jackets, caps, scarves, blankets, umbrellas or other items bearing the CISC Logo) without first receiving the prior written permission of the appropriate individual or individuals authorized to grant such permission by the CISC Board of Directors, or the appropriate individual or individuals authorized to grant such permission by the CISC Board of Directors.  
 
If permission for a commercial purpose is granted, such as a team fundraising activity, all proceeds from those sales must go directly into Team accounts and not to an individual or individuals’ personal bank accounts. Note - Teams should not place purchase orders with vendors for any CISC Logo bearing items prior to gaining written approval (which may be approved or denied) of CISC.  Any written permission granted for such limited commercial purpose may be revoked at any time by CISC for individuals or teams who do not adhere to CISC policies.
 
Logo Use Specifications
The Cook Inlet Soccer Club Logo must always be used in the same proportions. It is intended to be used as a unit, and it must not be altered or modified from its standard form.
 
All applications of the Logo must use all three colors properly as outlined.  No other colors may be substituted in a color rendition.  For non-color renditions, either 100% black or 100% white is acceptable.  If Logo is presented in 100% white, it can only be placed on a solid dark background.  If Logo is presented in 100% black, it can only be placed on a solid light background.  A graphics free zone should be maintained around the perimeter of the Logo.  No lettering, lines, or images may cross over or hide the elements of the Logo. The required border of space around the Logo must equal to or greater than one third of the diameter of the logo.
 
Club Sponsors
As CISC acquires Club Sponsors, use of the club sponsor’s logo may be granted for marketing materials and apparel.  Use/placement of the presenting sponsor’s logo is subject to the following:
 
• Sponsor logo usage must be submitted for approval prior to any use in conjunction with the CISC Logo, CISC Team Uniforms, or Team Banners and Tents.
• The size of the presenting Sponsor’s logo cannot be larger than the size of the CISC Logo.
• Placement of both logos must be indicated when submitted.
 
Branded Apparel
The CISC Logo is required on all club merchandise including but not limited to:  Uniforms, T-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, sweaters, hats etc.  When screened or embroidered on apparel items, the Logo must be at least 2” wide.  For all apparel purchases or for fundraising wearable items, club sponsor merchandise must be used and supplied by an authorized vendor.
 
REMINDER - All described uses of the CISC Logo in the foregoing guidelines for any commercial purpose whatsoever must receive the prior written approval of AYSA and/or CISC.  Please submit requests for using the CISC Logo to: Contact the CISC Club Administrator.  Please allow 10 business days for approval. 


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