Dodgeball is an exhilarating team sport that has gained popularity across the UK, Europe and beyond!

It involves two teams trying to eliminate players from the opposing team by throwing balls at them while dodging incoming throws. A catch also eliminates an opponent and  gets one of your out teammates back in!

 

The game emphasizes agility, strategy, and teamwork, making it a fun and engaging activity for players of all ages. Dodgeball in the UK is governed by British Dodgeball and uses 5-ball cloth dodgeball rules. 

Teams can be up to 10* players: 6 on court at one time with 2 ball retrievers and 2 Substitutes. 

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Dodgeball can be played recreationally, nationally, and even internationally.

More info on the sport can be found in these posts:

• HOW TO PLAY DODGEBALL - THE BASICS

• HOW TO PLAY: CORE SKILLS

• HOW TO PLAY: THROWING

• HOW TO PLAY: CATCHING

• HOW TO PLAY - BALL CONTROL

Also check out these reasons why you should play dodgeball and 12 sports that can prepare you for action on the dodgeball court!​