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Social Media Policy

All GLC Members shall abide by the following guidelines when using social media:

1. Be positive and respectful, and always take the high road. When disagreeing with others’ opinions, 
remain appropriate and polite. If you find yourself in a situation online that is becoming antagonistic, 
ask the GLC Board of Directors or your coordinator for advice on how to disengage from the dialogue 
in a polite and respectful manner that reflects well on GLC. 

2. Do not post content that would harm GLC or damage GLC’s reputation. Remember that even while 
you are on your own personal time, you are a representative of GLC, and people may interpret your 
online postings or social interactions as though they were official GLC statements. 

3. Use good judgment when posting comments or any official GLC sites. Bear in mind that your 
comments can create liability for GLC. If you are unsure whether a comment is appropriate to post, 
either do not post it or obtain prior approval from the Board of Directors. 

4. Be smart about what you publish. Once something is posted, it exists online forever. Ask yourself, 
“would I want to see this published in the newspaper or posted on a billboard tomorrow or ten years 
from now?” If the answer is “no,” do not post. 

5. Encourage others to engage in positive interactions on social media. If you are concerned about any 
GLC Member’s use of social media, please bring your concerns to the attention of your coordinator or 
a member of GLC Board of Directors.

6. Personal identifiable information (information, such as a name and date of birth and/or a street 
address which, when taken together, can identify a particular individual) should not be disclosed in 
any manner on official GLC social networking sites without the approval of the Board of Directors. 

7. Before posting, ask yourself if the post will improve knowledge or skills of GLC members, if it 
contributes directly or indirectly to the improvement of GLC, if it builds a sense of community or it 
helps promote GLC’s mission. 

The following are some examples of the kinds of posts a Board member might share via social media:

• Announcements
• Board Liaison work
• New projects
• Basics of GLC Governance 
• Marketing
• PR
• Member engagement 

Violations of the Social Media Policy

If a member, for whatever reason, takes an action that is in conflict with this policy, he or she will be
contacted by the President to resolve the situation and may be asked to withdraw, correct, or revise postings. The GLC Board of Directors, and any individual appointed by the Board of Directors, shall have the authority to monitor and enforce this Social Media Policy by removal of any inappropriate or offensive comments from official GLC sites and to block any individual or organization from posting on any official GLC social media platform if they determine, in their sole discretion, that such removal or block is in the best interest of GLC.

The failure of any GLC Member to adhere to this Social Media Policy shall be considered a violation of the GLC Code of Conduct, and any GLC Member who fails to adhere to this Social Media Policy shall be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of such individual’s involvement of GLC, in accordance with the GLC Disciplinary Procedures. 

PLAYERS AND PARENTS

These guidelines suggest best practices regarding the publication of commentary on social media by 
members, parents, and players of Greeneville Lacrosse Club.
Do not use the organization’s social media sites to misrepresent what it does, divulge confidential or private information, violate laws designed to protect employees, or defame others.
The information below can serve as a baseline for parents and students to have dialogue regarding social media.

Greeneville Lacrosse Club recognizes the right to fully participate in social media; however, it maintains and will enforce the following expectations. 

• Will not post sexist, racist, obscene or profane material of any kind

• Will not use social media to degrade, demean, attack or threaten any person, school, organization, 
etc. Cyber-bullying of any kind will not be tolerated.

• Will not post material of acts that are in violation of team, State or Federal laws, policies or rules.

• Will not post materials that reflect negatively on themselves, GLC, their respective teams or other 
institutions.

• Will not post materials that are in violation of GLC policies and procedures, Greeneville and/or 
Greene County School policies and procedures, and TSLA/TSSAA rules and regulations.

PLAYER SANCTIONS

In addition to team policies and consequences, additional sanctions may be imposed by the Program Director to include but not limited to:

• Notification of the violation of the GLC Social Media Policy, requiring the removal of unacceptable 
content

• Period Suspension-- benched during practice or game. 

• Suspension from the team and team related functions.

9 SOCIAL MEDIA GUDIELINES FOR TODAY’S SPORTS PARENTS
by Chris Fore, MA, CAA Eight Laces Consulting
 
1. Your Child is the number 1 priority in the triangular relationship between you, your child, and their coach. Keep that in mind every time you post. Your child’s wishes are most important, not yours. 

2. If you wouldn’t say it in front of the coach, with your kid there, don’t say it online. 

3. If you wouldn’t say it in front of the Athletic Director/Principal, don’t say it online.

4. Let yourself cool off for 24 hours after the game or “incident” before posting.

5. Ask yourself “What is my purpose in posting this?” before posting it. Does it serve your child well? Or just your own interests? 

6. Remember that the child who is starting in front of your child is also a child. 

7. Follow your school’s athletic department policy about chain of command, even online.

8. Praise the strengths and efforts of your child’s team, not the weaknesses and deficits of child’s opponents. 

9. Don’t troll your child’s coach, child’s teammate, or their opponents online. 

NOTES

• Keep in mind that any of your conduct that adversely affects Greeneville Lacrosse Club, its members and its ability to secure the resources needed to fulfill its mission promises may result in removal from GLC programs. Adverse impact could result in the loss of donations or sponsors, negative comments, etc. 

• Any personal statements and opinions must include a disassociation statement that the views expressed are not that of Greeneville Lacrosse Club, but their own personal thoughts and ideas.

KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER WHEN ONLINE

• There is no difference between your online persona and your real-life persona. Colleges, scholarship 
providers, and employers use social media to learn more about you as a candidate. Regardless of intent, what you post online has real world consequences.

• The internet is forever. Regardless of your privacy settings the Library of Congress is saving all tweets. Snapchat does not actually disappear, and can easily have content “screen-shot,” as can all other forms of online communication. Courts can subpoena all digital media, including text messages. Once you post or share any form of media that application technically has usage rights. 

• What you associate with becomes who you are perceived to be regardless of intent. What are you sharing, liking and commenting on? What are your friends “tagging” you in?

• Your social media accounts are your brand. How are you choosing to represent yourself? Are you sending the right message about yourself to the public? What does your social media portfolio say about you? Coaches, Graduate School Admissions, Potential Employers ALL use social media as a reference check. If asked right now, would you want a parent, administrator, coach, or employer to see your online persona?

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE

• Think First-- Once you post online, it is available to anyone – even if you limit access to your site. Privacy is important to safeguard yourself and your identity, but do not use privacy settings to mask poor online behavior.

• Mindful Photography-- Avoid questionable or compromising photos of yourself OR others. What story do your photographs tell about you?

• Be Accurate-- Make sure your online persona is true to who you are. Is your information accurate? Are they consistent across all platforms? Even if it was accidental, out-of-date or inaccurate information can make it appear you are misrepresenting yourself.

• Be Authentic-- Part of self-expression is taking responsibility for your own thoughts, opinions and actions. Using an alias, or an identity other than your own, is disingenuous and could cause legal trouble. If you feel the need to use an alias, that means you don’t want to be associated with what you are sharing, so that means it probably is not a good idea to begin with.
• Be Respectful-- Social media should not be used to defame, attack or disrespect other people. If you 
wouldn’t say it to someone directly, don’t put it online. 

• Freedom of Speech-- Freedom of Speech will not absolve you from the consequences of your actions, 
words or expressions. 

Contact

Greeneville Lacrosse Club
PO Box 465 
Mosheim, Tennessee 37818

Phone: 423-389-4416
Email: [email protected]

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