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 Boulder County Force Soccer Club ("BCF" or "BC Force"). Such intellectual properties may not be reproduced or used by others without the express written permission of BCF. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.
Trademarks
The BCF trademarks, logos, services marks, brand identities, titles, trade names, graphics, designs and copyrights (collectively the “Trademarks”) are protected intellectual properties that are both registered and unregistered Trademarks of BCF, 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 BCF Trademark by third parties.
Boulder County Force Logo
The Boulder County Force Logo ("BCF Logo”) is available for certain authorized usage by BCF teams and certain pre-authorized suppliers and vendors. Unauthorized use of the BCF Logo is strictly prohibited, and may subject an infringing party to criminal prosecution.
Proper BCFLogo Usage
The BCF Logo is to be recognized as the official club 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 BCF Teams
All current BCF teams are further permitted to use the BCF 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 the Boulder County Force.
Logo Usage for Commercial Purposes Requires Written Permission the BCF Logo is a valuable property of the BCF Club, and revenues generated by sales of BCF Logo-bearing items are strictly subject to the direction and control of the Boulder County Force Soccer Club. BCF teams may NOT use the BCF Logo for any commercial purpose whatsoever (i.e., the sale of shirts, jackets, caps, scarves, blankets, umbrellas or other items bearing the BCF Logo) without first receiving the prior written permission of the BCF Director of Operations or President. Prior to any use, a sample/draft of the BCF Logo placement as it will be used for commercial purposes must be submitted to the BCF Director of Operations for final approval.
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 BCF Logo bearing items prior to gaining written approval (which may be approved or denied) of the Boulder County Force Soccer Club. Any written permission granted for such limited commercial purpose may be revoked at any time by the Boulder County Force Soccer Club.
Branded Apparel
The BCF 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 (i.e NIKE) and supplied by an authorized vendor (i.e. Rocky Mountain Soccer Store).
REMINDER - All described uses of the BCF Logo in the foregoing guidelines for any commercial purpose whatsoever must receive the prior written approval of the Boulder County Force Soccer Club. Please submit requests for using the Boulder County Logo to: BCF Director of Operations, 2769 Iris Ave #115 Boulder, CO 80304 via email
Please allow 10 business days for approval. For specific questions contact, BCF Director of Operations via email or (303) 443-8877
