LUBBOCK SOCCER ASSOCIATION

BY-LAWS

and

GENERAL RULES

September, 1987

REVISED: August, 2006

LUBBOCK SOCCER ASSOCIATION

BY-LAWS and GENERAL RULES  

Chapter 9: By-Laws of the Lubbock Soccer Association

Lubbock Soccer Association

General Rules

9. Chapter 9: Codes of Ethics / Conduct

 9.4. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR BOARD MEMBERS & ADMINISTRATORS

        9.4.1. None of us arrives at any administrative level, volunteer or not, without
                 spending some ‘grass roots’ time somewhere. We are appointed or elected to
                 our positions because enough people had confidence in us, appreciation for
                 what we had done in the past and assurance that we could lead them in a
                 positive, productive future. This responsibility of accepting such a challenge,
                 especially in a volunteer capacity, must have some guidelines.

        9.4.2. It is important to remember that as board members or administrators we are
                 very high profile. It is equally important that we remember that we are
                 primarily a service organization and that we treat fellow volunteers as partners
                 with a common goal: the organization, development and promotion of soccer.
                 We should maintain high standards and serve by example.

        9.4.3. Have respect for the game, players, officials, parents, coaches, association
                 volunteers and fellow board members and deal with them in a patient,
                 courteous and consistent manner.

        9.4.4. Criticism channeled through the proper quarter should be educational,
                 constructive, balanced and positive. Under no circumstances should it be
                 demeaning or detrimental to the self respect of the individuals involved.

        9.4.5. Administrators should be informed and available. As facilitators they should
                 know the right questions, have the ability to elicit the right answers and foster
                 creativity with accountability within their committee or area.

        9.4.6. Regarding committee members and other volunteers: they should be praised
                 for time spent and jobs well done; their suggestions welcomed, evaluated and
                 conclusions communicated to them. Abilities should be recognized and
                 encouraged.

        9.4.7. Above all - courtesy, self control and loyalty. We are role models for the
                 youngest players to the newest association. Our responsibility is to serve
                 them well as we work toward our common goal.