PLEASE READ - Recruiting Forum Rules and Guidelines

[Trevor Barnes]

We will be much more strict in enforcing rules for this forum than other forums, so please be aware of the rules:

These rules are in place due to the frequent visits from parents, coaches, and the players themselves. Therefore it is imperative that we respect these visitors and portray the site in a positive light.

1) No Cursing on the Recruiting Forum...

2) Absolutely No bashing of a recruit...regardless of his choices, we will not partake in the bashing of a 17 year old or younger kid.

3) Do not post Premium Info from other sites...summaries with a link are as far as we can legally go.

4) Don't act like an "insider" unless you are one. If you really do have some inside info on a recruit, then please send a PM to either AASpartan, or me with your info and source, and we will clear you to post it. Otherwise, we will have to assume that your "inside info" was poached from a pay site, and we will delete your post.

5) Don't hijack a player's thread...if you feel the subject matter moving away from the player, you are only causing the Mods more work. This forum is about the kids first...

6) Do not try to contact or influence a recruit on this board. While it is acceptable to relate the strengths of Michigan State University in a general way, please do not cross the line and start begging, pleading, cajoling, etc. recruits to become Spartans. Not only is such conduct often counterproductive (the school and the football program should be able to "sell" themselves, and the coaching staff doesn't really need your help), it could also be a violation of NCAA recruiting rules. All "open letters" to recruits will be deleted.

7) Negativity about a recruit, although not bashing the player, needs to be handled with care. There is not a problem with stating feelings about a recruit's possibilities of going elsewhere. However, please make sure that the post fits into the flow of conversation. Opinions will vary following various updates and are welcome in the forums. This, however, does not mean a poster should make a definite proclamation out of the blue or consistently interject their negative thoughts over and over. If you are convinced of a player going elsewhere and are not involved in the updates being provided, simply read the thread and pass on the posting.

8) Please don't post things like "Anything new?" or "Anyone hearing anything?" or any variation of the sort. When info or news is available, we will post it.

Usually, these problems are handled by edits and simple PMs. However, if you continue to disregard these simple rules, you may be banned.

If you have any questions or concerns, PM one of the Mods or Admins for clarification.