Jonathan Phillips
9th April 2002, 12:43
Hello All,
Well, it looks like we have stirred up a couple of hornets' nests on both the subject of 'cheating' and 'regional boundaries' in badminton. Great to see it! Badminton is all about passion and we like to see as much of it as possible at Badders.com.
On the flip side there is the issue of 'respect' to other forum users... and those who are not present to post themselves.
A few pointers to help us on our way :o)
1. We now have over 60,000 visitors per month to the site from over 35 countries. As many of them are not familiar with the issues raised by certain groups, e.g. junior grievances, county scoring systems, geographical disputes etc. it may be easier for everyone if there was a little bit of background about the subject before the people affected by the issues discuss the problem.
I'm sure this would encourage people who aren't affected to join in as they will then know what is being discussed.
2. Name calling. This is a lack of respect to the individual or groups concerned. It is not pleasant to do this to someone's face but when they are not here to defend themselves it is disrespectful and makes you look silly.
3. Registering multiple usernames. We know who you are ;o) We don't allow multiple registrations.
4. Bad language. There are many children on the site so if you could tone down the language (even if you are feeling a bit wound up!) then it will be a better environment for all.
5. Remember, what you say in a moment of anger will be there for everyone to read even when you and others have calmed down. What you say will be viewable for a long time - make sure you don't something you may regret.
6. And lastly (thank goodness you all say), try and keep all the points relevant to the thread. If you want to move away from the subject then by all means start a new thread.
Phew...!!
I hope everyone is enjoying the site. It is still early days for us and we are all getting to know each other. Don't forget to mail us with any questions, suggestions and ideas.
All the best,
Jonathan Phillips
Badders.com
Well, it looks like we have stirred up a couple of hornets' nests on both the subject of 'cheating' and 'regional boundaries' in badminton. Great to see it! Badminton is all about passion and we like to see as much of it as possible at Badders.com.
On the flip side there is the issue of 'respect' to other forum users... and those who are not present to post themselves.
A few pointers to help us on our way :o)
1. We now have over 60,000 visitors per month to the site from over 35 countries. As many of them are not familiar with the issues raised by certain groups, e.g. junior grievances, county scoring systems, geographical disputes etc. it may be easier for everyone if there was a little bit of background about the subject before the people affected by the issues discuss the problem.
I'm sure this would encourage people who aren't affected to join in as they will then know what is being discussed.
2. Name calling. This is a lack of respect to the individual or groups concerned. It is not pleasant to do this to someone's face but when they are not here to defend themselves it is disrespectful and makes you look silly.
3. Registering multiple usernames. We know who you are ;o) We don't allow multiple registrations.
4. Bad language. There are many children on the site so if you could tone down the language (even if you are feeling a bit wound up!) then it will be a better environment for all.
5. Remember, what you say in a moment of anger will be there for everyone to read even when you and others have calmed down. What you say will be viewable for a long time - make sure you don't something you may regret.
6. And lastly (thank goodness you all say), try and keep all the points relevant to the thread. If you want to move away from the subject then by all means start a new thread.
Phew...!!
I hope everyone is enjoying the site. It is still early days for us and we are all getting to know each other. Don't forget to mail us with any questions, suggestions and ideas.
All the best,
Jonathan Phillips
Badders.com