Media Relations
The University of Hawai`i at Hilo Sports Information Office is the primary point of contact for media wishing to report on Vulcan Athletics. Duties include game management, keeping of statistics, maintenance of web pages, creation of media guides and programs, and other duties as assigned.
The primary function of the office is to promote coaches and student-athletes to various members of the media. To do this, the Sports Information Office relies on an open line of communication and exchange of information with coaches and student-athletes.
Media Coverage - As an NCAA Division II institution, University of Hawai`i at Hilo receives average local media coverage. UHH is in a state that is dominated by traditional Division I, prep and professional sports media coverage. The newspaper editor makes the ultimate decision about content. The only media source that is totally under the control of the Sports Information Office is the athletics website.
Information distribution - Final box scores are available to media and coaches following the games. Box scores are not provided for fans, family or boosters. When available, selected charger events are available on the internet via live stats. Box scores will be posted on the website as soon as possible following each contest.
Internet Updating - All game results, updated statistics and press releases are posted on the athletics department web site as soon as possible. Player and staff information is also available on the website. The address is http://www.hiloathletics.com
Media Credentials - Press passes for UHH sporting events are available through the Sports Information Office. Regular media personnel covering UHH sports receive all-season credentials. Others can secure passes by contacting the Sports Information Office. Working press credentials are only for accredited media.
Reporting - The Sports Information Office is responsible for reporting to the Conference and the NCAA. Any reports to "Coaches' Associations" are the responsibility of the coaching staffs.
Statistics - NCAA rules require visiting schools to accept the home scoring of a contest. In the event of a discrepancy or error, please contact the Sports Information Office so that the opponent can be contacted to clarify the change. Please no/te that the Sports Information Office will not change scoring decisions arbitrarily, and that there must be good support and valid reason for any change.
Player Profile Questionnaire - Athletes are required to complete a
player profile questionnaire. The information is used to compile biographies for publications and the website.