Social Media Violation: UAA Soccer-Mason |
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Commissioner's Rulings
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2017-18 SeasonJanuary 30, 2018
This is my first interaction with the ACAC’s Social Media Policy. Attached is an Instagram post (since removed) made by Emily Mason, a member of the Augustana Women’s Soccer team, which is self-explanatory. Ms. Mason’s post, while not egregious, represents a violation of Article II Section 7 Rule 2 of the ACAC Operating Code in that it demonstrates a lack of respect towards another ACAC member. The post also violates the ethics rules contained in Article I Section 3 of the Operating Code. In this instance, particularly given that the post was promptly removed, I have elected to issue a letter of reprimand to Ms. Mason and I ask not only that Mr. Ryan discuss with Ms. Mason the seriousness with which the ACAC will treat such violations going forward but I would also ask that each of our other member institutions take this opportunity to educate all of its athletes on the potential issues that can arise through the misuse of social media. Sincerely, Bill Hendsbee
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