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by Kevin Thurlow » Wed Sep 21, 2011 12:19 pm
"Kevin Thurlow wrote:
"FWIW, the cabbie who took me to Sunningdale on the Saturday morning insists that the 'civil service training centre' is actually some kind of MI6 front organisation."
I'm struggling to decide who is less likely to be seen playing chess dressed as a smurf, James Bond or George Smiley"
Actually, I didn't write that!
I found the CSSC Code of Conduct
CSSC Sports and Leisure
Code of Conduct
1 Enjoy your competition - give your all and play to the full. Respect and applaud good play from your opponents as well as your own side and remember have fun!.
2 Be on time - as a basic courtesy, for all aspects of the event. Know the itinerary and how it affects you. No one appreciates a poor time keeper.
3 Know the rules of the game - adhere to them in practice and in spirit at all times. If you are unsure; ask for guidance before the event as ignorance or cheating will lose you the respect of those around you, and, more importantly, may cost you success.
4 Never argue with the referee/umpire - It is against the laws and spirit of the competition. It will gain you nothing and potentially cost you much. Remember that the referee or umpire is likely to be a volunteer and without their help the competition would not take place.
UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR WILL LEAD TO DISCIPLINARY ACTION
5 Participants should be mindful of their responsibilities - as a representative of their Department or Agency, their own CSSC Associations, and also of CSSC in general. Others may be watching and form opinions from what they see so make sure your conduct enhances the reputation of those you represent.
6 Be aware of the proper administration of the event - Report changes in availability and requirements to the organisers immediately and do not bring unauthorised guests to the event.
7 If there is a Presentation and/or Dinner at the conclusion of the competition - do your utmost to attend for your own enjoyment and as a mark of respect for your fellow competitors, colleagues and organisers."
Obviously this applies to all sports and is quite reasonable, but the tone is a bit patronising, and although item 5 is true to some extent, it reinforces CSSC's strange belief that when you play in an individual event that you are doing it for your department.
The disciplinary bit in block capitals is a threat that seems considerably stronger than the execution.
"Kevin was the arbiter and was very patient. " Nick Grey