Tuscola just can't win...
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You can’t hardly do nothin no more without pissin somebody off MINE, MINE, MINE. You can’t have it. Just like a bunch of youngens.
So many high schools could be caught for this but unless its a big national power high school I dont see the point in making such a big deal about it.
I think this is great for Tuscola, they will have their own, copyrighted logo. Also the fans get to come up with it. It would be horrible if they had to change immediately but App is allowing them to do it over time so it won’t cost tons of money at one time.
It isn't popular, but it is the right thing to do. If you don't pursue trademark violations, it can hurt you down the line when someone really decides to use it for a profit.
They'll need to come after Mitchell for their usage as well. I'd assume that they'll be talking to Apex High School in Wake County at some point too. Apex is clearly using their "Block A" with the script in the middle.
Some schools (I think I've ready about Clemson) will allow their trademarked paw print to be used by schools if they pay a very nominal fee, which sets a precedent and allows them to control and protect their logo from being used without permission.
They'll need to come after Mitchell for their usage as well. I'd assume that they'll be talking to Apex High School in Wake County at some point too. Apex is clearly using their "Block A" with the script in the middle.
Some schools (I think I've ready about Clemson) will allow their trademarked paw print to be used by schools if they pay a very nominal fee, which sets a precedent and allows them to control and protect their logo from being used without permission.
I think, Tuscola had that logo at Waynesville High in the 30's. Another long line of reasons I hate App State with a passion.
My son is student teaching at Waynesville middle school and was telling me that was the rumor.
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Why after all these years did APP. decided this was a problem.
Good question, if colleges really start enforcing this, alot of schools are gonna be hurting bc there are alot of logos that are very similar to college/NFL teams
Maybe not Mitchell maybe. Could be because Tuscola had the same colors. Maybe. Then again Mitchell may have new logo by next year.
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The greed in this country is absolutely beyond ridiculous. Tuscola used that image before they did. I'd bet my last penny on it.
Rumor is true from what I hear.
What makes App look really bad is the fact Tennessee let tuscola use their T. An out of state school.
Rumor is true from what I hear.
What makes App look really bad is the fact Tennessee let tuscola use their T. An out of state school.
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Happened to South Iredell a few years ago I think with a Viking.
People don't seem to understand copyright and the fact it is the law. It sucks but it's what it is. Typically the bigger entity will win as well.
It also doesn't matter if you used a logo for 80 years. If you don't trademark it and someone else does, you'll lose the battle too.
People don't seem to understand copyright and the fact it is the law. It sucks but it's what it is. Typically the bigger entity will win as well.
It also doesn't matter if you used a logo for 80 years. If you don't trademark it and someone else does, you'll lose the battle too.
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You couldn’t have described it any better. It’s a clear rip off. It was probably ok on a helmet or a jersey…. But every other Joe Schmo in the state has a side business making TShirts these days. They profit from making Tuscola Tshirts with App’s copyrighted logo on it…. That’s why they have to defend it. Otherwise anyone can do it whenever they want.
The worst part of this thread is the coach might be leaving. I don't want Brookshire to find another job. Hes right where he belongs!
Screw App State. Tuscola had that exact logo decades before Tweetsie Technical College claimed it. Just because Tuscola did not copyright it in the 30/40’s it allows someone to steal your property. I do not think anyone in Waynesville minded them using it, but then to turn around and say the original rightful Owner can’t use it is not right. I know it is probably the law, but it is a bad look IMO by the Watauga Reform School.
That is incorrect. Tuscola should have copyrighted the logo. As I said above, if you don't copyright it, then you have no right to it, no matter how long you've used it. It's not your property until you've gone through the proper procedures.
Maybe he's going to West Henderson ,you know the job you Tuscola fans have said Brett was going for the last year. With that big win over the Bears he may have knocked Brett out.
Still stings don’t it? LMMFAO
Oh and we did enjoy it….. YOU all? Not so much…LOL Swapping teams didn’t work out so well did it?
I am just hoping next year is competitive. The years following I know will not be. Could be several repeats of 2006!
Just bait the hook and let it lay there a while and a sucker will grab it every time.
Brookshire has been suspended...
Looks like the principal took a hit as well.
Whats the scoop Tuscola folks?
Looks like the principal took a hit as well.
Whats the scoop Tuscola folks?
I don't want to start rumors that are unsubstantiated but the feeling around the school is there were allegations against Brookshire and the principal took up for the coach.
Again, we don't know the validity of the rumors so it's way to early for this to be a stain on the reputation of a head coach known around the community as someone with high character.
My sense is even if he is cleared, he will likely not return to Tuscola next year.
These type of statements will not be allowed, unless you have proof.
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The only school that I'm aware of that has a copyright on an Alphabetical letter is Wisconsin and the "flying" W. I don't think you can copyright something that is as common as a letter.
There are allegations against Brookshire. He has not been charged with anything at the moment. Whatever the allegations are, they involve an adult who is not a student.
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