Issue 41, March 30, 2003
MACBOA Newsletter

In this Issue:

• Remarks from the Supervisor of Officials: Donnee L. Gray
• CONGRATULATIONS!
• 2002-03 MEN’S & WOMEN’S POST-SEASON TEAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Comments from MACBOA Staff about the 2002-03 Season
• NJCAA Service Bureau - February 25, 2003
• Contributing Article: Be Ready for an Emergency (Ike Relacion)
• NEW CORPORATE SPONSOR: Turner Sporting Goods
• MACBOA Web Stats
• New MACBOA-logo Fox-40 Classic Whistles
• Submitting Articles for MACBOA Consideration
• MACBOA Volunteers
• Newsletter Contact/Information

The MACBOA Newsletter is a periodic (twice a month during November through March and monthly July through October) publication of the Mid-Atlantic College Basketball Officials Association (MACBOA). MACBOA provides basketball officiating services to several colleges and universities in the Maryland - Washington, DC area. The Association has a membership of approximately 200 men and women officials. Our membership consist of men and women who work Divisions I, II, and III basketball.  We pride our Association on providing quality and professional service.

The usefulness and survival of this newsletter is going to depend on the participation of subscribers and professionals alike. Please help by submitting personal stories, experiences, and articles of general interest to the MACBOA community.

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Remarks from the Supervisor of Officials: Donnee L. Gray

To all in our military, our prayers are with you and your families. Stand tall. Be strong. We are with you always. God bless you all.

Together with Willie Jones and Vedia: In the immortal words of William Shakespeare: "How far that little candle throws his beams! So shines a good deed in a weary world." MACBOA would shine less brightly if it were not for the many people who assisted in the assignment and re-assignment of games and who volunteered their time and professionalism. We would like to express our deepest thanks to all those who shine; who have made this a successful year for MACBOA!

Crew Chief selections are on a year-to-year appointment. If you would like to apply for a Crew Chief position, please write a letter of application to me and send your letter of application to the MACBOA office. You should include why you believe you are qualified as well as a list references by May 1, 2003. Selected Crew Chiefs for the 2003-04 season will be required to pass written or oral examinations, be able to show rules knowledge and common sense in handling play situations and administrative matters. While attendance at the Time Out Officiating School is not mandatory, selected Crew Chiefs will be encouraged to participate, meet with the Supervisor of Officials and selected staff.

Officials are reminded to notify the MACBOA office immediately if there is a change of address or phone number. You may e-mail changes by accessing the password protected "Members Only" area of the www.macboa.org web site. Please check the web site for correct addresses, phone numbers and email address.

I am a firm believer in continuing education and training. Although you are not required to attend specific officiating camps/schools, you are encouraged to attend basketball officiating camps/schools in order to stay abreast of rules and mechanics changes. If you would like to discuss this matter with me, please contact me.

If you know anyone interested in being considered for MACBOA staff next season, or know of a young official who could benefit from attending camp, please contact or have them contact me at 301-283-6807 or via e-mail at dgray@macboa.org. The Time Out Referee School will be held at The American University (www.american.edu), Washington, D.C. The school/camp is tentatively scheduled for the second weekend in July. The Time Out Referee School includes lectures, demonstrations, films and video viewing of on-court officiating during top-level basketball competition. The staff will work with each attendee individually to provide team and leadership skills. After being observed at Time Out Referee School by various collegiate supervisors, participants of the school have been selected to work in several NCAA and professional leagues/conferences. Further details will follow. Officials returning to the MACBOA staff next season and selected to attend camp will be notified.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations to the following staff selected to officiate the 2003 Men’s Maryland JuCo Championship Tournament hosted by Frederick Community College:

*Officals assigned but were not able to officiate due to Play-Off Tournament postponement

Congratulations to the following staff selected to officiate the 2003 Men’s Region XX Championship Tournament, Hagerstown Community College

Quarterfinals and Semifinal Officials:

2002 Region XX Championship Tournament Final Crews

Division I (CC, U1, U2)
Wainwright Jackson
Fred German
Rodney Holland
Jerry Herpel – Observer

Division II
Willie Jones
Ike Relacion
Lionel Butler
Charles Huff – Observer

Division III
Lionel Butler
Oliver Skinker
Steve Kordak
Willie Jones - Observer

Congratulations to the following staff selected to officiate the 2002 Women's Maryland JuCo Tournament at Garrett College:

Congratulations to the following staff selected to officiate the 2002 Women's Region XX Championship Tournament at Hagerstown Community College:

*Championship Final
**Officals assigned but were not able to officiate due to Play-Off Tournament postponement.

2002-03 MEN’S & WOMEN’S POST-SEASON TEAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2003 MD JUCO TOURNAMENT
Tournament Champion
ALLEGANY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Tournament MVP
KEVIN MICKENS - ALLEGANY

2003 All Tournament Team
Cyril Djoukeng - Chesapeake
Shawn Wiggins - Allegany
Jeff Garnett - Howard
Jared Woodley - Howard
Kweku Pesseh - MC Rockville

2003 WOMEN’S MD JUCO TOURNAMENT

2003 TOURNAMENT CHAMPION
Garrett College

2003 TOURNAMENT MVP
LaSha Anderson - Garrett College

WOMEN’S FIRST TEAM ALL TOURANMENT
Tiffany Williams - MC Rockville
Tania Amair - MC Rockville
Tiffany McFarland - Garrett College
Angel Kendall - Garrett College
Melissa Workman - CCBC Catonsville

SECOND TEAM ALL TOURNAMENT
Tiera Howard - MC Rockville
Stephanie Watts - CCBC Catonsville
Natasha Robinson - Garrett College
Terri Humphries - Prince George's CC
Kenya Jackson - Prince George's CC

Comments from MACBOA Staff about the 2002-03 Season:

From Steve Kordak - I learned a great deal about having the proper level of concentration during a game. How important it is to maintain the balance between letting the game happen and taking control of a situation to ensure the game is decided by the players.

From Lionel Butler - I had an excellent 2002-03 season in the MACBOA. The experience provided me the opportunity to grow and develop my officiating skills. It allowed me to officiate in the Men’s Maryland State Championship and Region XX Championships.

Moreover, the experience provided me the knowledge and understanding of looking at the game within the game. Therefore, I was able to persevere and strive to achieve my goals through hard work and patience.

Overall, the experience in MACBOA assisted me in achieving my goals in other conferences such as; officiating in the Dixie Conference Tournament and officiating in the Second Round of the 2003 NCAA Division III Tournament. As a caveat, I officiated in the Washington DC City Title Game.

Through the exposure and guidance of MACBOA, I was able to utilize the experience and teachings to the fullest.

The one improvement that I would like to see is to develop and take advantage of the MACBOA observation system and provide mid-season feedback. MACBOA has excellent Observers who are very knowledgeable. I believe this will allow the officials to correct any deficiencies that they may have had during the first half of the season.

From Jon Broska - I had a very positive year in my first year in MACBOA. I felt that my partners were great to work with and we went on the floor as a team. Observers did a great job with constructive criticism and feedback. I'm looking forward to camp and returning next year!

From Dan Wilson - Each year we need to set goals. This year was no exception for me. I started the season with three goals. First, to improve my officiating skills, second was to help others improve there officiating skills and third, to work every game like to was my last. You may think this sounds very generic but it is really very simple. If we work hard and give something back, good things will happen. I was able to work the quarter and semi finals for the Maryland State Juco Women's Tournament at Garrett College and then worked a Women’s Regional Juco game at Rockville. I have only been a referee for a short time and I would like to give you a few tips that have helped me be successful. Be open minded and look to improve, set goals, attend good camps, study the rules and break down game tapes and learn for the veteran officials. I have already started thinking about next year. Know the areas that you are weak in and this summer at camps or summer league, work on those items. The MACBOA staff has several great officials that are willing to give you the training that you need to achieve your goals. Look at it this way, the players are getting stronger, fast and more athletic every year. Are you improving with the players? I hope that everyone has had a wonderful season and look forward to seeing you at camp.

From Brian Read - The 2002-2003 MACBOA season for me was exciting and enjoyable as always! My most memorable assignment was the privilege to work a second round game in the Men’s Region XX Tournament at Hagerstown College. It was a greatly contested game between Prince George’s Community College and CCBC-Dundalk. Ike you deserve a "round of applause" for another great year with the MACBOA Newsletter. Thanks Donnee and Willie for giving me the opportunity to work for the 02-03 MACBOA staff! Looking forward to many more!!!

From David Posner - This season in MACBOA was one of great accomplishment, education, and friendship. It started by working a scrimmage with legendary official Reggie Greenwood and ending in delight when assigned to work the Men’s Regional Tournament. In addition, I was able to talk to coaches to get game films so I can improve my-self as an official. And finally, throughout the year I worked with officials I have never worked with and rekindled friendships with old ones. It was truly a wonderful season in MACBOA.

From Gerald Cannon - I’ve learned communication is key when dealing with coaches, players and with us. The pre-game and post-game critiques from fellow official help evaluate my weaknesses. Being global with my vision and local with my calls. Selling plays equally at each end all the time.

From Tiffany Green - I didn't officiate as many games this season, but those that I did it went well. Some great situations, were I was able to learn and work with my partners. My goals this year were to concentrate on game management, knowing the clock time at all times and being consistent. I am looking forward to next year.

From Fil Zucchi - From the "better lucky than good" file, I feel my season was an unmitigated success. Lots of good games and hardly any controversy worth mentioning. I real tribute to all the good officials I had a chance to work with. Now, if Donnee could just get that weather thing straight . . .

NJCAA Service Bureau - February 25, 2003

FINAL NJCAA MEN'S BASKETBALL DIVISION I POLL

2003 MEN’S REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

NJCAA Service Bureau - February 25, 2003
FINAL NJCAA MEN'S DIVISION II BASKETBALL POLL

2003 NJCAA MEN'S DIVISION II BASKETBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
March 19-22, 2003 - Danville Area CC, Danville, IL
3rd/4th PLACE

2003 NJCAA MEN'S DIVISION III BASKETBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
3rd/5th PLACE
Delhi, New York

Contributing Article: Be Ready for an Emergency (Ike Relacion)

We live in a different world than we did before September 11, 2001. We are more aware of our vulnerabilities, more appreciative of our freedoms and more understanding that we have a personal responsibility for the safety of our families. The following is from a 140 page Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Washington, D.C. report.

You may need to survive on your own for three days or more. This means having your own water, food and emergency supplies. Try using backpacks or duffel bags to keep the supplies together.

Assembling the supplies you might need following a disaster is an important part of your disaster plan. You should prepare emergency supplies for the following situations:

*A disaster supply kit with essential food, water, and supplies for at least three days-this kit should be kept in a designated place and be ready to "grab and go" in case you have to leave your home quickly because of a disaster, such as a flash flood or major chemical emergency. Make sure all household members know where the kit is kept.

*Consider having additional supplies for sheltering or home confinement for up to two weeks.

*You should also have a disaster supply kit at work. This should be in one container, ready to "grab and go" in case you have to evacuate the building.

*A car kit of emergency supplies, including food and water, to keep stored in your car at all times. This kit would also include flares, jumper cables, and seasonal supplies.

The following checklists will help you assemble disaster supply kits that meet the needs of your household. The basic items that should be in a disaster supply kit are water, food, first-aid supplies, tools and emergency supplies, clothing and bedding, and specialty items. You will need to change the stored water and food supplies every six months, so be sure to write the date you store it on all containers. You should also rethink your needs every year and update your kit as your household changes. Keep items in airtight plastic bags and put your entire disaster supply kit in one or two easy-to carry containers such as an unused trash can, camping backpack or duffel bag.

Water: the absolute necessity

1. Stocking water reserves should be a top priority. Drinking water in emergency situations should not be rationed. Therefore, it is critical to store adequate amounts of water for your household.

*Individual needs vary, depending on age, physical condition, activity, diet, and climate. A normally active person needs at least two quarts of water daily just for drinking. Children, nursing mothers, and ill people need more. Very hot temperatures can double the amount of water needed.

*Because you will also need water for sanitary purposes and, possibly, for cooking, you should store at least one gallon of water per person per day.

2. Store water in thoroughly washed plastic, fiberglass or enamel-lined metal containers. Don't use containers that can break, such as glass bottles. Never use a container that has held toxic substances. Sound plastic containers, such as soft drink bottles, are best. You can also purchase food-grade plastic buckets or drums.

*Containers for water should be rinsed with a diluted bleach solution (one part bleach to ten parts water) before use. Previously used bottles or other containers may be contaminated with microbes or chemicals. Do not rely on untested devices for decontaminating water.

*If your water is treated commercially by a water utility, you do not need to treat water before storing it. Additional treatments of treated public water will not increase storage life.

*If you have a well or public water that has not been treated, follow the treatment instructions provided by your public health service or water provider.

*If you suspect that your well may be contaminated, contact your local or state health department or agriculture extension agent for specific advice.

*Seal your water containers tightly, label them and store them in a cool, dark place.

*It is important to change stored water every six months.

For water purification for immediate or near term use, please read the "Shelter" chapter of this guide.

Food: preparing an emergency supply.

1. If activity is reduced, healthy people can survive on half their usual food intake for an extended period or without any food for many days. Food, unlike water, may be rationed safely, except for children and pregnant women.

2. You don't need to go out and buy unfamiliar foods to prepare an emergency food supply. You can use the canned foods, dry mixes and other staples on your cupboard shelves. Canned foods do not require cooking, water or special preparation. Be sure to include a manual can opener.

3. Keep canned foods in a dry place where the temperature is fairly cool. To protect boxed foods from pests and to extend their shelf life, store the food in tightly closed plastic or metal containers.

4. Replace items in your food supply every six months. Throw out any canned good that becomes swollen, dented, or corroded. Use foods before they go bad, and replace them with fresh supplies. Date each food item with a marker. Place new items at the back of the storage area and older ones in front.

5. Food items that you might consider including in your disaster supply kit include: ready-to-eat meats, fruits, and vegetables; canned or boxed juices, milk, and soup; high-energy foods like peanut butter, jelly, low-sodium crackers, granola bars, and trail mix; vitamins; foods for infants or persons on special diets; cookies, hard candy; instant coffee, cereals, and powdered milk.
You may need to survive on your own after a disaster. Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it may take days. Basic services, such as electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment and telephones, may be cut off for days, even a week or longer. Or you may have to evacuate at a moment's notice and take essentials with you. You probably won't have the opportunity to shop or search for the supplies you'll need. Your household will cope best by preparing for disaster before it strikes.

First aid supplies

Assemble a first aid kit for your home and for each vehicle:

*The basics for your first aid kit should include:
- First aid manual
- Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
- Assorted sizes of safety pins
- Cleansing agents (isopropyl alcohol, hydrogen peroxide)/soap/germicide
- Antibiotic ointment
- Latex gloves (2 pairs)
- Petroleum jelly
- 2-inch and 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6 each size)
- Triangular bandages (3)
- 2-inch and 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls each)
- Cotton balls
- Scissors
- Tweezers
- Needle
- Moistened towelettes
- Antiseptic
- Thermometer
- Tongue depressor blades (2)
- Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
- Sunscreen.

*It may be difficult to obtain prescription medications during a disaster because stores may be closed or supplies may be limited. Ask your physician or pharmacist about storing prescription medications. Be sure they are stored to meet instructions on the label and be mindful of expirations dates--be sure to keep your stored medication up to date.

*Extra pair of prescription glasses or contact lens.

*Have the following nonprescription drugs in your disaster supply kit:
- Aspirin and non-aspirin pain reliever
- Anti-diarrhea medication
- Antacid (for stomach upset)
- Syrup of ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the poison control center)
- Laxative
- Vitamins.

Tools and emergency supplies

It will be important to assemble these items in a disaster supply kit in case you have to leave your home quickly. Even if you don't have to leave your home, if you lose power it will be easier to have these item already assembled and in one place.

*Tools and other items:
- A portable, battery-powered radio or television and extra batteries (also have a NOAA weather radio, if appropriate for your area)
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Signal flare
- Matches in a waterproof container (or waterproof matches)
- Shut-off wrench, pliers, shovel and other tools
- Duct tape and scissors
- Plastic sheeting
- Whistle
- Small canister, A-B-C-type fire extinguisher
- Tube tent
- Compass
- Work gloves
- Paper, pens, and pencils
- Needles and thread
- Battery-operated travel alarm clock

*Kitchen items:
- Manual can opener
- Mess kits or paper cups, plates, and plastic utensils
- All-purpose knife
- Household liquid bleach to treat drinking water
- Sugar, salt, pepper
- Aluminum foil and plastic wrap
- Re-sealing plastic bags
- If food must be cooked, small cooking stove and a can of cooking fuel

*Sanitation and hygiene items:
- Washcloth and towel
- Towelettes, soap, hand sanitizer, liquid detergent
- Tooth paste, toothbrushes, shampoo, deodorants, comb and brush, razor, shaving cream, lip balm, sunscreen, insect repellent, contact lens solutions, mirror, feminine supplies
- Heavy-duty plastic garbage bags and ties---for personal sanitation uses-and toilet paper
- Medium-sized plastic bucket with tight lid
- Disinfectant and household chlorine bleach
- Consider including a small shovel for digging a latrine

*Household documents and contact numbers:
- Personal identification, cash (including change) or traveler's checks, and a credit card
- Copies of important documents: birth certificate, marriage certificate, driver's license, social security cards, passport, wills, deeds, inventory of household goods, insurance papers, immunizations records, blank and credit card account numbers, stocks and bonds. Be sure to store these in a watertight container.
- Emergency contact list and phone numbers
- Map of the area and phone numbers of place you could go
- An extra set of car keys and house keys.

Clothes and bedding
*One complete change of clothing and footwear for each household member. Shoes should be sturdy work shoes or boots. Rain gear, hat and gloves, extra socks, extra underwear, thermal underwear, sunglasses.
*Blankets or a sleeping bag for each household member, pillows.
Specialty items
Remember to consider the needs of infants, elderly persons, disabled persons, and pets and to include entertainment and comfort items for children.
*For baby
*For the elderly
*For pets
*Entertainment: books, games, quiet toys and stuffed animals.
It is important for you to be ready, wherever you may be when disaster strikes. With the checklists above you can now put together an appropriate disaster supply kits for your household:
*A disaster supply kit kept in the home with supplies for at least three days;
*Although it is unlikely that food supplies would be cut off for as long as two weeks, consider storing additional water, food, clothing and bedding other supplies to expand your supply kit to last up to two weeks.
*A work place disaster supply kit. It is important to store a personal supply of water and food at work; you will not be able to rely on water fountains or coolers. Women who wear high-heels should be sure to have comfortable flat shoes at their workplace in case an evacuation require walking long distances.
*A car disaster supply kit. Keep a smaller disaster supply kit in the trunk of you car. If you become stranded or are not able to return home, having these items will help you be more comfortable until help arrives. Add items for sever winter weather during months when heave snow or icy roads are possible-salt, sand, shovels, and extra winter clothing, including hats and gloves.

NEW CORPORATE SPONSOR: Turner Sporting Goods

MACBOA is proud to announce another corporate business
relationship with Turner Sporting Goods.

Turner Sporting Goods specializes in:

• Authorized MACBOA logo Sports Wear
• Uniform & Team Embroidery
• Sporting Goods
• Sports and Leisure needs

Turner Sporting Goods
856 Dewey Avenue
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Business: 301-393-5916
E-Mail: HTurnerIII@msn.com

MACBOA Web Stats

03/01/2003 - 03/31/2003  
 
Summary
  Total Visitors 3,978  
  Average Visitors Per Day 128.32  
  Average Pageviews Per Visitor 1.03  
  Average Length of Session (H:M:S) 00:01:42 

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Send your payment of $5.00 for each whistle ordered to Ike Relacion, c/o MACBOA Logo Whistle, 21112 Archstone Way, Unit 101, Germantown, MD 20876-6996.

Submitting Articles for MACBOA Consideration

Thank you for your interest in submitting an article for consideration on www.macboa.org.

We accept well-written features, how-to articles, "how I did it" success stories, tips and hints, motivational articles and other articles that will help our audience gain knowledge and succeed in their officiating avocation.

We do not accept articles that are primarily advertisements. However, you may place a biographical section at the end of your article. It should be no more than 30 to 40 words in length. It would be nice if you could include a 60x60 picture of you in .gif or .jpeg format.

Below are instructions for submitting your article to the MACBOA.org web site. We ask that you read the terms of your Agreement with MACBOA.org carefully.

Please note: We only accept submissions from the original author of the articles or a publicist hired by the copyright owner to submit material here. By submitting material, you acknowledge that you are legally entitled to distribute the work and to allow it to be redistributed. (If you are a book publisher or public relations firm with copy to distribute, please include a note to that effect at the top of the article you submit.) We do not pay for articles, and do not accept articles that are primarily advertisements. However, you may place a brief resource box and contact information (but no ads) at the end of your article.

To send your article, click on the "Article Submission Form" and answer the questions and then copy and paste your submission into the space provided. We have provided a copy of the form below. Please be sure your by-line appears below the title of the article. Click on the submit button to complete the process and or cut-and-paste the completed form and your article to macboa1@aol.com.

Reward, challenge, appreciation, stimulation, writing, reading...rarely thanked or noticed.

These are some of the attributes of the well hidden job of MACBOA Newsletter Volunteer. Are you interested in working behind the scenes (screens?) to help get information to members? MACBOA is looking to grow our ranks by a couple of folks and thus, we're soliciting volunteers.

What do you do? Read postings. Write articles, membership news, coordinate interviews, cultivate sponsor relations, etc. Write e-mail back and forth amongst us to establish communication, and guidance to keep this list as valuable as possible for our membership. Although we're virtual, our presence is sensed, we hope...and appreciated, although rarely acclaimed.

We haven't a job description, nor do we know what knowledge, skills, and abilities are required, but some that will come in handy are:

• having the ability to write
  
• being thick skinned, not thick headed
  
• being able to express your opinions, while being open minded
  
• having at least a free hour or two a week caring for the membership
  

Please respond directly by e-mail to: irelacion@aol.com

HOW TO CONTACT THE NEWSLETTER COORDINATOR

MACBOA welcomes and encourages news and information for the periodic newsletter. Please submit all materials to address letters of comment, article proposals and queries, or news items to:

Ike Relacion, (301) 371-8520
E-mail: irelacion@aol.com

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