Sideline Studio™
Sports scheduling software & digital tools for parents
™ Common Law Trademark — USPTO Filing Pending
Trademark Notice
SIDELINE STUDIO™ is a trademark of Sideline Studio Co. The name, logo, and associated branding are proprietary and protected under United States trademark law.
What this means right now
Even before a USPTO registration is granted, Sideline Studio Co. holds common law trademark rights to the SIDELINE STUDIO mark based on its use in commerce. These rights arise automatically under US law the moment a mark is used in connection with goods or services — no registration required.
The ™ symbol is used to assert these common law rights. The ® symbol will be used once federal registration is granted by the USPTO.
Protected elements
- The name SIDELINE STUDIO
- The SS logo mark and associated visual identity
- The tagline "Sports scheduling for parents — when the coach doesn't use an app"
- The product names Schedule Parser and Tournament Tracker as used within Sideline Studio
Unauthorized use
Unauthorized use of the SIDELINE STUDIO name, logo, or confusingly similar marks in connection with sports scheduling software, digital tools, or related services is prohibited and may constitute trademark infringement under 15 U.S.C. § 1125.
Contact
For licensing inquiries or to report unauthorized use, contact hello@sidelinestudioco.com.
USPTO Filing Guide
For the owner — keep this page as your reference for registering the trademark federally.
Filing a federal trademark gives you nationwide rights, the ability to use ®, and the ability to sue in federal court. It costs $250–$350 and takes 8–12 months. You can file yourself at USPTO.gov without a lawyer for a straightforward mark like this one.
Your application details
MarkSIDELINE STUDIO
Mark typeStandard character mark (text only — covers all fonts/styles)
International ClassIC 042 — Software as a service (SaaS); providing online non-downloadable software for sports scheduling
Also considerIC 041 — Educational and entertainment services relating to sports
Filing basisUse in Commerce (1(a)) — mark is already in use
First use dateApril 2025 (date you launched sidelinestudioco.com)
SpecimenScreenshot of sidelinestudioco.com showing the mark in use
Filing fee$250 per class (TEAS Plus) — ~$250–$500 total
How to file — step by step
1
Search for conflicts first
Go to
tmsearch.uspto.gov and search "Sideline Studio" and "Sideline" in Class 042. If nothing similar comes up you're clear to file.
2
Create a USPTO account
Go to
uspto.gov/trademarks/apply → create a free account → start a TEAS Plus application. TEAS Plus is $250/class and has the strictest requirements but is the cheapest path.
3
Fill in the application
Owner name: your legal name or "Sideline Studio Co." if you've formed an LLC. Mark: SIDELINE STUDIO (standard characters). Class 042. Description: "Providing online non-downloadable software for sports schedule parsing, tournament tracking, and calendar integration for parents of youth athletes."
4
Upload your specimen
Take a screenshot of your website showing "Sideline Studio" in the header with the tool visible and functional. This proves the mark is in use in commerce. Save as a JPG and upload.
5
Pay and submit
$250 per class via credit card. You'll receive a serial number immediately. The USPTO will examine your application within 8–12 months. If approved it publishes for opposition for 30 days, then you receive your registration certificate.
6
Consider forming an LLC first
If you plan to file the trademark in a business name rather than your personal name, form the LLC first (about $70–$100 in most states via your state's Secretary of State website). This separates your personal assets from the business and looks more professional on the trademark filing.
This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For a trademark with commercial value, consider a one-time consultation with a trademark attorney before filing. Many offer flat-fee filings for $400–$800 including the USPTO fee.
