It was a tight race between him and Cats veteran skipper Trent Depaune.
However, in the final round Maaki polled 5 votes to come from behind and take out the award.
Top 5
1. Shawn Kemp Maaki 18
2. Trent Depaune 17
3. Tiana Waidabu 12
4. David Adeang 10
5. Pilo Dagiaro 8