Know 'em, because there will be no exceptions. 

I've been really lax on the rules lately, so don't worry if you have broken some of these in the past -- we all have, but from this point on, these guidelines are going to be strictly enforced. 

Those of you who have been around these parts for a while, know that I like to have a lot of fun. We're going to continue to do so, but from now on we're going to do it in more professional way.

1. Absolutely no cuss words. This means none, whatsoever. If you have to to ask yourself, "Is this word acceptable?" It's probably not, so don't use it. And this doesn't mean you can type a w*rd using asterisks. That doesn't fly either.

2. No racial slurs.

3. Don't attack anyone personally. This means race, gender, religion, political affiliation, etc.

4. If you post a quote or excerpt from somewhere, make sure you post the link to go with it.

5. No spamming or trolling.

6. If you disagree strongly with someone's comment, criticize the comment rather than the person. For instance, say, "That comment is asinine" (a fan favorite), rather than, "You are an asinine moron."

7. Enjoy yourself. Consider Liberty Ballers a place where you can come, be yourself, sit down at your computer, and have a beer (or a Ginger Ale if that's your thing) and chat with Sixers fans from around the world. We feel your pain, and one day, we'll all feel the ecstasy of winning a championship together. One day.

If your comment breaks one of the rules, it will be deleted immediately. If you happen to be a constant offender, you will first be warned, and eventually banned, so don't do it.

If you have any questions about the rules of anything else, e-mail me at samsj@unlv.nevada.edu

Also, here are some other helpful SBNation tips brought to you by other blog managers:

A Guide to Better Posting -- South Side Sox

How to properly utilize FanSHOTS -- Talking Chop

Posting Pics and Links -- Lookout Landing

Posting Tips -- Bleed Cubbie Blue

Tech Tips -- Mile High Report

SBNation Member Benefits -- Welcome to Loud City