Please read the following:

Playing and competing for the Belleville Bulldogs is a privilege, not a right. As an athlete, you are held to a certain standard of behaviour, and are often seen as role models to our younger fans. As leaders, you have a responsibility to represent your team, community, and yourself in a positive manner at all times – including on social media sites.

Remember:

Everything you post online is public information. Any photo, text or video posted is out of your control the moment it is placed online. Google has a VERY long memory and has ways of digging up information from years past, even things you thought had been deleted. Third parties can easily access your online profile – examples include teachers, officials, and future employers. Inappropriate materials found by these third parties could seriously affect your image, your team, and the Belleville Bulldogs R.F.C.

Examples of inappropriate behaviours:

• Posting photos/videos of yourself or teammates acting inappropriately in Bulldog gear.
• Unsportsmanlike content – criticizing coaches, teammates, opponents, officials, the Belleville Bulldogs R.F.C. or other rugby clubs.
• Use of slurs, degrading or foul language.
• Discussing team issues, or club problems.

Should there be an occurrence where inappropriate conduct is reported, depending on the severity of the incident; the athlete will meet with the Disciplinary Committee and their Head Coach to discuss their penalty.

Do’s of Social Media:

• Tag @bulldogsrfc in any Bulldogs related tweets so we can retweet you to our followers!
• Thank fans that supported your game.
• Congratulate other athletes and teams on their accomplishments.
• Think about whom you may affect before you post.
• When you are angry, upset or frustrated – sleep on it before you post anything!