welina mai!
Welcome To The Cultural Officiating Experience!! On behalf of the Makahiki Athletic Association, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the school officiating experience. Your commitment and dedication to Hawaiʻiʻs traditional sports is deeply appreciated by the individuals, schools and communities we serve. Thank you for being a vital part of the student athlete's cultural experience!
code of conduct
The purpose of this Code is to establish guidelines for ethical standards of conduct for all cultural interscholastic officials.
Officials at any cultural athletic events are participants in the educational and social development of all students. As such, they must exercise a high level of self-discipline, independence and responsibility.
Officials shall master both the rules of the game and the mechanics necessary to enforce the rules and shall exercise authority in an impartial, firm and controlled manner.
Officials shall work with each other and their Mokupuni Associations in a constructive and cooperative manner.
Officials shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession in all interaction with participants, coaches, athletic directors, school administrators, colleagues and the public.
Officials shall prepare themselves both physically and mentally, shall dress neatly and appropriately and shall comport themselves in a manner consistent with the high standards of the profession.
Officials shall be punctual and professional in the fulfillment of all contractual obligations.
Officials shall remain mindful that their conduct influences the respect that student-athletes, coaches and the public hold for the profession.
Officials shall, while enforcing the rules of play, remain aware of the inherent risk of injury that competition poses to student-athletes. Where appropriate, they shall inform event management of conditions or situations that appear unreasonably hazardous.
Officials shall take reasonable steps to educate themselves in the recognition of emergency conditions that might arise during the course of competition.
Officials at any cultural athletic events are participants in the educational and social development of all students. As such, they must exercise a high level of self-discipline, independence and responsibility.
Officials shall master both the rules of the game and the mechanics necessary to enforce the rules and shall exercise authority in an impartial, firm and controlled manner.
Officials shall work with each other and their Mokupuni Associations in a constructive and cooperative manner.
Officials shall uphold the honor and dignity of the profession in all interaction with participants, coaches, athletic directors, school administrators, colleagues and the public.
Officials shall prepare themselves both physically and mentally, shall dress neatly and appropriately and shall comport themselves in a manner consistent with the high standards of the profession.
Officials shall be punctual and professional in the fulfillment of all contractual obligations.
Officials shall remain mindful that their conduct influences the respect that student-athletes, coaches and the public hold for the profession.
Officials shall, while enforcing the rules of play, remain aware of the inherent risk of injury that competition poses to student-athletes. Where appropriate, they shall inform event management of conditions or situations that appear unreasonably hazardous.
Officials shall take reasonable steps to educate themselves in the recognition of emergency conditions that might arise during the course of competition.
MOKUPUNI commissioners
Mokupuni #1 - Oʻahu
Name: TBD Contact: |
Mokupuni #2 - Hawaiʻi
Name: TBD Contact: |
Mokupuni #3 - Maui, Lanaʻi, Molokaʻi, Kahoʻolawe
Name: TBD Contact: |
Mokupuni #4 - Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Name: TBD Contact: |
becoming an official
Due to a number of concerns - a tremendous backlog with the Department of Education in turnaround time processing fingerprint card requests, new and transfer officials who cannot secure the card in time to receive assignments, and for the individuals whose prints cannot be lifted on the digital scan - MAA has researched other possible options to accelerate the registration of officials and stay within the guidelines set forth by our Executive Board.
The MAA welcomes your interest in school sports officiating. We have attempted to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about officiating. However, we encourage you to sit down with an athletic director, coach or official to gain more information into this demanding and exciting avocation. It might be what you're looking for.
Q: Who can become an MAA official?
A: Any individual who is 18 years old and not in high school may register with the MAA and officiate school contests.
Q: I have participated in sports, but I wasn't into Makahiki Sports. Should I bother trying to officiate?
A: It helps to have participated in the sports you wish to officiate in, however, it is certainly not necessary to have been an outstanding performer.
Q: What does it take to become a good official?
A: It takes a lot of things, but most certainly a very thorough knowledge of the rules of your sport, a love of athletics and kids, physical ability, self-confidence, the dedications and determinations necessary to work hard, and above all, personal integrity. The athletes and coaches look upon each contest as being the most important thing happening in their lives at that moment, and the official must look upon each contest the same way and react accordingly. This avocation is not for everyone, but if you have the interest and the attributes described above, you may find this to be some of the most rewarding work you will ever be involved in.
Q: What are the benefits of officiating?
A: Individuals may look at this in different ways, but officials will generally tell you they:
- Want to stay involved in the sport(s).
- Want to give something back to the community they enjoy.
- Enjoy the challenge of being in a pressure-packed situation.
- Build a sense of identity.
- Enjoy working with the kids.
- Want some extra money.
Q: How does a new official get games?
A: This can vary somewhat from island-to-island, however, there are some basics you should know. First of all, the official is an independent contractor who enters into an agreement with the school and the MAA. It is also important to understand that in some sports it will take considerably longer to get to the level of working varsity competition than in others.
Q: Will officiating take up much of my time?
A: This obviously varies from person to person, however, it must be understood that to become a good official, one must be prepared to devote considerable time and energy. You have seen the officials at contest, however, you may not be aware that they probably had a meeting before that contest to discuss specific things, had many group meetings with other officials during the course of the year, have written required rules examinations, have attended a required rules interpretation meeting, etc. The list could go on and on, however, basically, as in most things, you improve according to your efforts.
Q: What will I get paid?
A: The pay schedule for regular season games is established by the MAA. Varsity contests obviously pay more that contest below the varsity level. You will find fees ranging from $80.00 for a non-varsity level contest to $120.00 for a varsity contest to $200.00 for a community contest. Schools and conferences will pay you a mileage fee for your travel in addition to the game fee. Expect to spend some money on uniforms and equipment.
Q: What's the biggest adjustment I may need to make?
A: It is always difficult to go from being an athlete, perhaps one that is looked up to by other students and fans, to an official whom some people seem to believe can do nothing right. It is important to understand that the basic ingredient of officiating is that of being a decision maker, and sometimes the decisions won't please everybody. Once you clear this hurdle and realize that people will criticize you because you make necessary decisions rather than because you are a bad person and you can accept this fact, you are on your way. It is not easy.
Q: What are the seasons for Makahiki?
A: Rulebooks and meeting dates are mailed prior to the start of the Makahiki Season. The winter season is the traditional time for Makahiki from November to February.
Q: How are the schools and officials in Hawaii served?
A: They are served by Mokupuni Commissioners for the Makahiki Athletic Association, Who are important members of a team of people who deal with the recruiting, training, assigning and evaluating of school sports officials in Hawaiʻi.
Q: What do I do now?
A: Your first step to become an official is to obtain your Fingerprint Clearance Card. You can obtain this by going through DOE or Fieldprint.
Q: When and where do I register?
A: Coming Soon!All Officials registrations are done through our MAʻA app in google playstore. You will also be able view sport rules and then assess your knowledge. Registration opens up June 1st each year. New officials will need to set up a user name and password to first begin the registration process. The registration fees are listed on the form.
In conclusion, let us congratulate you on your interest in officiating. Officials play a very significant role in the success of interscholastic athletic programs. If you are ready to accept the challenge and move into this realm, we welcome you. If not, perhaps you now have a better understanding and appreciation of the official. If you can't join our ranks now, perhaps you will be able to sometime in the future. It's your call to make.
Q: Who can become an MAA official?
A: Any individual who is 18 years old and not in high school may register with the MAA and officiate school contests.
Q: I have participated in sports, but I wasn't into Makahiki Sports. Should I bother trying to officiate?
A: It helps to have participated in the sports you wish to officiate in, however, it is certainly not necessary to have been an outstanding performer.
Q: What does it take to become a good official?
A: It takes a lot of things, but most certainly a very thorough knowledge of the rules of your sport, a love of athletics and kids, physical ability, self-confidence, the dedications and determinations necessary to work hard, and above all, personal integrity. The athletes and coaches look upon each contest as being the most important thing happening in their lives at that moment, and the official must look upon each contest the same way and react accordingly. This avocation is not for everyone, but if you have the interest and the attributes described above, you may find this to be some of the most rewarding work you will ever be involved in.
Q: What are the benefits of officiating?
A: Individuals may look at this in different ways, but officials will generally tell you they:
- Want to stay involved in the sport(s).
- Want to give something back to the community they enjoy.
- Enjoy the challenge of being in a pressure-packed situation.
- Build a sense of identity.
- Enjoy working with the kids.
- Want some extra money.
Q: How does a new official get games?
A: This can vary somewhat from island-to-island, however, there are some basics you should know. First of all, the official is an independent contractor who enters into an agreement with the school and the MAA. It is also important to understand that in some sports it will take considerably longer to get to the level of working varsity competition than in others.
Q: Will officiating take up much of my time?
A: This obviously varies from person to person, however, it must be understood that to become a good official, one must be prepared to devote considerable time and energy. You have seen the officials at contest, however, you may not be aware that they probably had a meeting before that contest to discuss specific things, had many group meetings with other officials during the course of the year, have written required rules examinations, have attended a required rules interpretation meeting, etc. The list could go on and on, however, basically, as in most things, you improve according to your efforts.
Q: What will I get paid?
A: The pay schedule for regular season games is established by the MAA. Varsity contests obviously pay more that contest below the varsity level. You will find fees ranging from $80.00 for a non-varsity level contest to $120.00 for a varsity contest to $200.00 for a community contest. Schools and conferences will pay you a mileage fee for your travel in addition to the game fee. Expect to spend some money on uniforms and equipment.
Q: What's the biggest adjustment I may need to make?
A: It is always difficult to go from being an athlete, perhaps one that is looked up to by other students and fans, to an official whom some people seem to believe can do nothing right. It is important to understand that the basic ingredient of officiating is that of being a decision maker, and sometimes the decisions won't please everybody. Once you clear this hurdle and realize that people will criticize you because you make necessary decisions rather than because you are a bad person and you can accept this fact, you are on your way. It is not easy.
Q: What are the seasons for Makahiki?
A: Rulebooks and meeting dates are mailed prior to the start of the Makahiki Season. The winter season is the traditional time for Makahiki from November to February.
Q: How are the schools and officials in Hawaii served?
A: They are served by Mokupuni Commissioners for the Makahiki Athletic Association, Who are important members of a team of people who deal with the recruiting, training, assigning and evaluating of school sports officials in Hawaiʻi.
Q: What do I do now?
A: Your first step to become an official is to obtain your Fingerprint Clearance Card. You can obtain this by going through DOE or Fieldprint.
Q: When and where do I register?
A: Coming Soon!All Officials registrations are done through our MAʻA app in google playstore. You will also be able view sport rules and then assess your knowledge. Registration opens up June 1st each year. New officials will need to set up a user name and password to first begin the registration process. The registration fees are listed on the form.
In conclusion, let us congratulate you on your interest in officiating. Officials play a very significant role in the success of interscholastic athletic programs. If you are ready to accept the challenge and move into this realm, we welcome you. If not, perhaps you now have a better understanding and appreciation of the official. If you can't join our ranks now, perhaps you will be able to sometime in the future. It's your call to make.
philosophy
It is imperative that our officials follow the rules and regulations set forth by the HIDOE and Makahiki Athletic Association and uniform ourselves according to the guidelines presented in the publications as dedicated, sanctioned sports officials to the school cultural sports experience; furthermore, that we conduct ourselves professionally as we lend support to our partners in education to achieve success as it relates to the student athlete's overall educational experience.
UNIFORM
Official MAA licensed vendors are listed here as well as the retailers that utilize those vendors. All officials must purchase a MAA licensed uniform from one of the vendors or retailers utilizing those vendors that are listed here. Dye-Sublimated shirts will be required starting with the 2019-20 season.
*MAA will be providing Official Uniform for the 2018-19 season*
Vendor:
TBD
Retailer:
TBD
*MAA will be providing Official Uniform for the 2018-19 season*
Vendor:
TBD
Retailer:
TBD
rules and regulations
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forms
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