Joseph Hamata

Director, Officiating Technology

Joe Hamata serves as director, officiating technology, having elevated to that role in July 2022. Among his current responsibilities, Hamata assists in the oversight of video and technology needs for the officiating services department at the conference, including football, men’s basketball and ice hockey. He also assists in the oversight and management for instant replay in multiple sports across the Big Ten. 

Hamata joined the Big Ten in 2015 following his graduation from the University of Nebraska. During his time in Lincoln, he served as a student video manager for the Husker football program. Hamata was also a member of the school’s club rugby team, for which he would eventually serve as club president.

Last updated: 8/16/2023