CLUB UNIFORM, BRANDING, AND LOGO POLICY

In an effort to consistently brand, improve and properly market Martin United Soccer Club, its programs and events as well as maintain a consistent appearance and comply with our sponsorship agreements the following policies will be put into effect beginning August 1, 2016. Use of Martin United Soccer Club’s brand(s), name(s), affiliation(s) and logo(s) without the written consent of the Martin United Soccer Club Board of Directors is prohibited.

• Uniforms cannot be altered in any way or supplemental pieces / colors added to the Martin United Soccer Club approved Uniform Kits for any of our programs. This includes, but is not limited to, Game Uniforms, Training Uniforms, Warm-Up Uniforms and Backpacks / Bags. To facilitate Player safety, visible Player names may not be added to the approved Uniforms or Uniform Kits without the approval of the Martin United Soccer Club Board of Directors. Only the recreational program allows for sponsorship printing on the club’s game day clothing for the entire seasonal, annual program or by individual teams within those programs.

• Sponsor logo(s) and / or recreational uniform space may not be offered to any sponsor or potential sponsor without the authorization of the Martin United Soccer Club Board of Directors. If you have found a sponsor that is interested in supporting Martin United Soccer Club, they must contact the Treasurer and or the club Sponsorship Coordinator to discuss sponsorship packages. The club has separate packages for its recreational, academy, competitive and TOPSoccer programs. They will then initiate the approval process as laid out in the Sponsorship Pack.

• Authentic Soccer and Score are the only authorized retailers that are permitted to add any Martin United Soccer Club logo(s) to existing uniforms.

• Use of or reference to any Martin United Soccer Club name(s), description(s), logo(s), nick names or any other Club recognizable branding on fundraising flyers, advertising, apparel, products or any other materials must be submitted to Martin United Soccer Club for approval.  All non-fundraising related requests must be submitted in writing to the attention of our Sponsorship Commissioner. That individual will then initiate the approval process with the Martin United Soccer Club Board of Directors. All fundraising related requests must be submitted in writing to the attention of the Sponsorship Coordinator for approval.

• If a member in good standing seeks to use or reference any Martin United Soccer Club name(s), description(s), logo(s) or any other Club recognizable branding for any reason, it must be approved by the Martin United Soccer Club’s Board of Directors. This includes, but is not limited to, adding any Martin United Soccer Club’s name(s), description(s), logo(s) or any other Club recognizable branding to t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats,  game gear, practice gear or any other merchandise.  The Martin United Soccer Club’s logo(s), name(s) or any other Club recognizable branding may not be used to imply affiliation with or endorsement by Martin United Soccer Club without the written consent from the Martin United Soccer Club’s Board of Directors.