USA Dodgeball
USA Dodgeball is the governing dodgeball entity in the United States. Founded on November 23, 2017, by Jake Mason, USA Dodgeball oversees and partners with the premiere dodgeball organizations to standardize, organize, and develop the sport at every level of skill and on a local, national, and international presence. The organization’s aim is to unite and give voice to those who share their goal of development and promotion of the sport of dodgeball. For more information visit http://usadodgeball.com.
Mission Statement
The mission of USA Dodgeball is to promote and develop the sport of dodgeball across the United States. USA Dodgeball believes in the numerous benefits of dodgeball and it is our mission to provide the communities with a fun and safe environment which exemplifies a spirit of fair play and sportsmanship. We aim to foster friendly competition at various levels of play, while encouraging both teamwork and camaraderie. USA Dodgeball strives to be an all-inclusive organization which reaches players across a broad spectrum. USA Dodgeball aims to unite the nation under a governing body that gives a voice to many organizations who share our goal of developing and promoting the sport of dodgeball.[1]
Member Organizations
With the consistent rise in the number of leagues and players nationwide, USA Dodgeball recognized the need for grassroots partnerships to facilitate the development of all aspects of league play on a local as well as national level. USA Dodgeball partners with the following member organizations on all levels of recruitment, rule creation, marketing/branding, and tournament participation.
| Member Organization | Location | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Elite Dodgeball | National | https://elite-dodgeball.com/ |
| Social Boston Sports | Boston | http://www.socialbostonsports.com/ |
| National Collegiate Dodgeball Association | National | http://ncdadodgeball.com/ |
| UDC - Skyzone | National | https://www.skyzone.com/programs/ultimate-dodgeball-championship |
| WeHo Dodgeball | West Hollywood | https://www.wehododgeball.com/ |
| Chicago Dodgeball Party | Chicago | https://www.facebook.com/chicagododgeballparty/ |
| New England Recreational Dodgeball | New England | https://www.dodgeballnerd.com/ |
| New Orleans Dodgeball Association | New Orleans | http://neworleansdodgeball.com/ |
| Evergreen Dodgeball League | Seattle | https://www.evergreendodgeball.com/ |
| Volo City - Baltimore | Baltimore | http://baltimoresocial.com/dodgeball/ |
| NYC Social | New York City | http://nycsocial.com/leagues/dodgeball/ |
| Play Mile High | Denver | http://playmilehigh.com/denver-dodgeball/ |
| SF Social | San Francisco | http://www.sfsocialsportsclub.com/home/leagues/dodgeball/ |
| Volo City - Washington D.C. | Washington D.C. | http://www.volocitydc.com/dodgeball/ |
| Stonewall Dodgeball | Washington D.C. | https://stonewalldodgeball.leagueapps.com/ |
| Cactus Dodgeball | Phoenix/Tempe | http://www.cactusdodgeball.com/ |
| Monster Dodgeball | Morgantown | https://www.monsterdodgeball.net/ |
| Seattle Dodgeball | Seattle | http://www.dodgeballseattle.com/ |
| Dallas Dodgeball | Dallas | https://dallasdodgeball.com/ |
| Sandlot Sports | New York City | https://sandlotsportsnyc.com/ |
| Big Apple Dodgeball | New York City | http://bigapplerecsports.com/ |
| Twin Cities Dodgeball | Minneapolis/St. Paul | https://www.meetup.com/TwinCitiesDodgeball/ |
| RAD League | Oakland | https://radleague.com/ |
| World Dodgeball Society | Los Angeles Area | http://worlddodgeballsociety.com/ |
| Depaul Dodgeball Society | Depaul University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/depaul |
| Kent State Dodgeball | Kent State University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/kent3 |
| Akron Dodgeball | University of Akron | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/akron |
| Bowling Green Club Dodgeball | Bowling Green State University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/bgsu |
| Baldwin Wallace Club Dodgeball | Baldwin Wallace University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/baldwin-wallace |
| University of Central Florida Dodgeball Club | University of Central Florida | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/ucf |
| Central Michigan Dodgeball | Central Michigan University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/cmu |
| Cleveland State Dodgeball | Cleveland State University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/csu |
| Georgia Southern Dodgeball Club | Georgia Southern University | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/gsu |
| Grand Valley State Dodgeball | Grand Valley State | http://ncdadodgeball.com/member-teams/gvsu7 |
| James Madison University Club Dodgeball | James Madison University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/james-madison-university-club-dodgeball/ |
| Kent State Dodgeball Family | Kent State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/kent-state-dodgeball-family/ |
| Marietta College Dodgeball Club | Marietta College | https://usadodgeball.com/member/marietta-college-dodgeball-club/ |
| Miami University Club Dodgeball | Miami University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/miami-university-club-dodgeball/ |
| Midland University Dodgeball | Midland University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/midland-university-dodgeball/ |
| Michigan State University Club Dodgeball | Michigan State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/michigan-state-university-club-dodgeball/ |
| NIU Dodgeball Club | Northern Illinois University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/niu-dodgeball-club/ |
| Northwestern State University Demon Dodgeball | Northwestern State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/northwest-state-university-demon-dodgeball/ |
| Ohio University Dodgeball | Ohio University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/ohio-university-dodgeball/ |
| The Ohio State University Dodgeball Syndicate | Ohio State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/the-ohio-state-university-dodgeball-syndicate/ |
| Oregon State Dodgeball Club | Oregon State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/oregon-state-dodgeball-club/ |
| Penn State University Dodgeball Club | Penn State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/penn-state-university-dodgeball-club/ |
| Dodgeball Club of SIUE | Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville | https://usadodgeball.com/member/dodgeball-club-of-siue/ |
| Stevenson Dodgeball | Stevenson University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/stevenson-dodgeball/ |
| Saginaw Valley State University | Saginaw Valley State University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/saginaw-valley-state-university/ |
| Towson Dodgeball | Towson University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/towson-dodgeball/ |
| University of Kentucky Dodgeball | University of Kentucky | https://usadodgeball.com/member/university-of-kentucky-dodgeball/ |
| Maryland Dodgeball | University of Maryland | https://usadodgeball.com/member/maryland-dodgeball/ |
| University of Nebraska - Lincoln Dodgeball Club | University of Nebraska - Lincoln | https://usadodgeball.com/member/university-of-nebraska-lincoln-dodgeball-club/ |
| University of North Georgia Dodgeball | University of North Georgia | https://usadodgeball.com/member/university-of-north-georgia-dodgeball/ |
| Mean Green Dodgeball | University of North Texas | https://usadodgeball.com/member/mean-green-dodgeball-u-of-north-texas/ |
| Club Dodgeball at the University of Virginia | University of Virginia | https://usadodgeball.com/member/club-dodgeball-at-the-university-of-virginia/ |
| UW - Platteville Dodgeball Club | University of Wisconsin - Platteville | https://usadodgeball.com/member/uw-platteville-dodgeball-club/ |
| Whitewater Dodgeball | University of Wisconsin - Whitewater | https://usadodgeball.com/member/whitewater-dodgeball/ |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Dodgeball Club | Virginia Commonweatlh University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/virginia-commonwealth-university-dodgeball-club/ |
| Western Kentucky University Club Dodgeball | Western Kentucky University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/western-kentucky-university-club-dodgeball/ |
| West Virginia Club Dodgeball | West Virginia University | https://usadodgeball.com/member/west-virginia-club-dodgeball/ |
Team USA
Selection Process
USA Dodgeball is responsible for selecting the group of men and women that will represent the United States as Team USA in the World Dodgeball Championships, as hosted by the World Dodgeball Federation. Prior to 2018, the men's and women's teams were selected via video/highlight reel submission in addition to an in-person scrimmage. However, in 2018, USA Dodgeball began utilizing a combine-style tryout process that measures skills like accuracy, speed, and agility along with intangibles like team chemistry and on-court leadership. The Combine is an invitation-only event that required an extensive vetting and scouting process by eight men and women across the nation, two from each of the designated regions. These scouts invite approximately 40 men and 40 women for consideration at the one-day event hosted in Dallas, TX.
Team USA Results
Since entering into the World Dodgeball Championships in 2012,[2] Team USA has consistently medaled. In addition to the World Dodgeball Championships, Team USA travels locally and internationally for affiliated tournaments.
| Year | Location | Finish | Division |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Kuala Lumpur | 3rd | Men's |
| 2012 | Kuala Lumpur | 1st | Women's |
| 2013 | Queenstown | 2nd | Men's |
| 2013 | Queenstown | 2nd | Women's |
| 2014 | Hong Kong | 2nd | Men's |
| 2014 | Hong Kong | 1st | Women's |
| 2015 | Las Vegas | 1st | Men's |
| 2015 | Las Vegas | 1st | Women's |
| 2016 | Melbourne | No Medal | Men's |
| 2016 | Melbourne | 3rd | Women's |
| 2017 | Toronto | No Medal | Men's |
| 2017 | Toronto | 3rd | Women's |
| 2018 | Los Angeles | 2nd | Men's |
| 2018 | Los Angeles | 1st | Women's |
References
- ↑ Mason, Jake (6/15/2019). "Mission Statement". USA Dodgeball. Check date values in:
|date=(help) - ↑ "World Dodgeball Federation". Welcome to the World Dodgeball Federation. Retrieved 2019-06-16.
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