“CLASS"

By: Bill Olson, Omaha, NE

“Show me a little Class!” “That’s Bush, take a seat!” “Hey Ump, you blew it!” We have heard them and many more. As players, coaches, and spectators, we all need to address
this issue.

CLASS IS:

* Being a positive role model and example to others

* Accepting the responsibility of passing on to other the “Right Way”

* Remembering & honoring all those who paved the way for you

* Defeating an inferior opponent without embarrassing him

* Accepting that sometimes your opponent will play better that you

* Telling an opponent “Nice Job”

* Winning with humility while maintaining your dignity in defeat

* Being courteous to all players-opponents-spectators

* Treating all members of your team with respect

* Never quitting

* Respecting your opponents by being prepared

* Thinking before you say something “stupid”

* Treating all like you want to be treated

* Your appearance- How you dress and how you react

* So in essence we will always have class,

* We will win with class

* We will lose with class

YOU ARE NOTHING WITHOUT CLASS