The Recognition and Banquet Committee Page

2010 Banquet
  Date:  Saturday, April 3, 2010... the night of the Collegiate Men's National Semifinals
Time:  Doors will open around 5:45pm. 
 More information on times will be provided for all attendees.
Site:  Stanley's Tavern
Cost:  $26 per person
Slots are filling fast. 
 If you would like to register for the banquet, please send an email to Britta Bimbi.
If bringing a guest, please provide the guest's name within your email.

Awards Nominations
The Recognition and Banquet Committee is seeking nominations for some special awards. 
A special form is required to nominate someone for Board Life Membership.  Please see the appropriate section for more information.

Jim Emerick Award   
Last year, the Board instituted a new award in honor of the late Jim Emerick, a former official and true friend of Board 11 whose spirit for life never wavered.   The award was first presented at the 2008 banquet, and Kevin McGroerty was the inaugural recipient. The following is the inscription written on the Jim Emerick “TOSS” Award:
The Jim Emerick “TOSS” Award
presented to a member of IAABO Board 11 who is…
TIRELESS ... willing to do any game, any time, anywhere
OPTIMISTIC ... makes lemonade out of lemons
SINCERE ... a genuine friend and quality individual
SUPPORTIVE ... of Board 11, its members, the game of basketball 
This award is given in memory of Jim Emerick, a former official and true friend of Board 11, whose spirit for life never wavered.

... AND THE 2009 RECIPIENT OF THE JIM EMERICK AWARD IS...
 EILEEN FORD
Congratulations to Eileen on her selection for this special award.  We would also like to thank Eileen for all she has done for Board 11 not only this season, but throughout the years.  She was truly deserving of this honor.

Board 11 Official of the Year:  Nominations for 2009 Closed...  Two years ago, the DIOC, the officials group of the DIAA, began recognizing officials in all sports. It was decided that Board 11 would rotate with Board 129 for selecting the boys and girls officials of the year. Board 11’s first honoree was also then named the DIAA Boys Basketball Official of the Year for 2007. That honor went to Layne Drexel.  Our honoree for 2008, Kelly Callahan, was also named the 2008 DIAA Girls Basketball Official of the Year.  Each summer, Board 11 must submit a name to be honored by DIAA the following year. Our honoree for this year will also be named as the DIAA Boys Basketball Official of the Year for 2009.  Thanks to all that nominated someone for this special award.  Next year, we'll come back and ask for nominations for the 2010 Board 11 Official of the Year that will also be named the 2010 DIAA Girls Basketball Official of the Year.  So, keep your eyes open next season for that special official that you can nominate.

Board 11 Life Member: (Completed Nomination Form Required) When the new Board 11 Constitution and By-Laws were written, the Board Life Member honor was re-worded to better comply with IAABO International standards. This honor was something that was relatively neglected in the past, and we would like to bring it back. Here is the description of a Board Life Member as written in the Constitution:  “A Board Life member shall be elected by a majority vote of the Board, provided, they have served a minimum of twenty (20) years as an active member in good standing of the Board.”   Please note that this person needs to have been an active member of Board 11, not just IAABO, for at least 20 years. Upon retirement, he/shall will be forever considered a member of Board 11 as it is outlined in our Constitution.  This is a high honor, therefore a name may not be selected to present for Board approval in any given year. All nominees will be closely reviewed by the Committee.

How to Nominate Someone: (All info should be given to a Committee Member.)To submit a nomination for the Jim Emerick “TOSS” Award and the Board 11 Official of the Year Award, please provide a name and the reason why he/she is deserving of this award. The Committee will select the Emerick Award winner prior to the banquet. The Committee will also make a recommendation to the E-Board regarding nominees for Official of the Year. The E-Board will make the final selection for this honor.  

To submit a name for the Board 11 Life Member, please complete the Board 11 Life Membership Nomination form and return to Kelly Callahan.  The Committee will review the nominations and ensure that they meet all requirements. After a Committee vote, the Committee may bring a name to the membership for approval.  

Seeking Stories and Accomplishments
If you know of any member of the Board 11 family that has achieved something special or should be acknowledged for his/her good works, please let us know.  We are always looking for great features for "The Official Accolade," our monthly newsletter.  We thank you for your support of our committee and Board 11.