Nova Scotia Supervisor's Report


OPENING REMARKS

In considering the many objectives we set out to achieve this year I must say that I am very pleased with the results achieved and the number of initiatives we have been able to implement.  The policies and procedures currently in place to manage our association are more transparent and clearly understood by more of our officials.  It is essential that we manage our association with openness and integrity.

One area that continues to require attention is in the recruitment of officials, i.e. females and committed members to become long term officials.

To concur with comments received from many others in basketball, my concern is in maintaining the professionalism of the game of basketball.  Over the past year, we encountered numerous problems with parents, fans and players being very disrespectful thus bringing shame/embarrassment to the sport.  We need to look at ways to resolve these issues quickly and to ensure all officials are consistent in managing these kinds of issues.  We as officials must ensure that we take care of business during all games and that any inappropriate behavior requiring the attention of our executive members is reported and followed-up through the appropriate channels.

CABO UPDATE:

CABO scholarships have been increased from 4 to 6.   Please send nominations to Reg Caulfield.  Remember, this scholarship is available to high school graduates who are enrolled in post secondary institutions while maintaining an active role as a certified official of CABO.   Congratulations to Ryan Lutes, 2001 winner.   He is now a member of NSBO working in the valley.

Ø      CABO will scholarship 6 officials to the CABO Officials' Camp in Montreal.

Ø      A National Evaluators' Seminar is planned for Montreal in October of this year.

Ø      CABO has set aside $10,000 for Domestic Officiating this summer.

Ø      The AGM will be held in Winnipeg on September 20-22, 2002.

Ø      Officials will wear "stripes" at the two CIS Championship tournaments next Spring.

Ø      An extensive session will be held for the Provincial Evaluators at the AGM.

CABO's goal is to focus on "grass roots" officials and most of this year's initiatives are pointing directly at that group.

CABO is currently making administrative changes to the CABO website with the hopes of making it more active, accessible and current.

The National Women and Juvenile Championships will be held in Fredericton, NB from August 7th to the 11th.

AUS:

A new set of operating procedures for the AUS Championships has been fully implemented and proved most successful.   I wish to express my gratitude to John Walsh, Provincial Supervisor Newfoundland, for his contribution to this initiative.  Also, the final draft of the AUS Memorandum of Agreement is currently being reviewed and will be presented for approval at the AGM in September 2002.

ACAA:

Our relationship with the ACAA continues to be of high quality and this was evident during our communications on their provincial play-offs and national championships.  The championships in Truro were well organized and provided a high quality level of basketball.  As a result, they are looking at endorsing and supporting a three-person system for our own league play.  Details are presently being worked out.   This will be a definite benefit for the professional development and advancement of our officials.   The National CCAA Women's Championships are scheduled to take place in Truro next year and will result in 6 national assignments.

BASKETBALL NOVA SCOTIA:

We have had numerous discussions with BNS and our lines of communication have significantly improved through the support of Ed McHugh and Jon Hunt.   I would like to thank Bruce Duffy, BNS President and Nick Morash, Halifax Area Supervisor, for their contribution in resolving issues at the front end.

NSSAF:

There were very few conflicts to resolve over the season; however, the NSSAF Championship is an area that requires some consultation in reference to expenditures.  Reg Jewkes and Garry Balcom did a tremendous job in managing the overall assignment and financial aspects of the championship. 

CABO CAMP - 4TH ANNUAL - MONTREAL - JULY 18TH - 21ST:

The national CABO camps are becoming more than just an opportunity for officials to "home their officiating skills", but that these camps are very much being used as an opportunity to have our "elite" officials and CABO executive identify potential candidates for advancement and identification for possible FIBA certification.  With that in mind, our executive suggested that any of our officials who have aspirations to move up the ranks within our organization give serious consideration to attending the CABO summer camps, and to receive the invaluable feedback from some of the top officials and clinicians in the country.

This year's application form for the 4th annual CABO camp is available on our website.

ASSIGNMENTS:

 Congratulations to the following officials on their success at their respective tournament:  

 CERTIFICATION:

 Modifications to the Certification Program have been completed and can be accessed through our website.  Congratulations to Brian States who has achieved his Level II Certification.

 AWARDS:

 The Rod Shoveller Award was presented to Angela Thistle from Halifax.   The Frank Baldwin and Rod Shoveller Awards will be presented to the recipients at upcoming tournaments next year. 

Submitted,

R. J. Caulfield

Provincial Supervisor

Province of Nova Scotia