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Dodgeball

Dodgeball involves two teams battling through throwing balls to hit opponents while dodging and catching throws, with basic rules including hits resulting in outs and catches bringing teammates back in, as well as various throwing, catching, dodging and blocking strategies. The complexity of dodgeball makes it a fun game to play and watch, requiring teamwork between teammates using different techniques.

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Dodgeball

Dodgeball involves two teams battling through throwing balls to hit opponents while dodging and catching throws, with basic rules including hits resulting in outs and catches bringing teammates back in, as well as various throwing, catching, dodging and blocking strategies. The complexity of dodgeball makes it a fun game to play and watch, requiring teamwork between teammates using different techniques.

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  • Introduction to Dodgeball: Introduces dodgeball as a multifaceted sport, combining elements of play, strategy, and artistry.
  • Rules: Covers the basic and advanced rules necessary for playing dodgeball, including team structure and gameplay regulations.
  • Court Layout: Visual representation and explanation of the dodgeball court with marked zones for gameplay.
  • Referee Positions: Diagram showing the positions and roles of referees during a dodgeball game.
  • Strategies: Outlines key strategies in dodgeball including throwing, catching, dodging, and blocking to gain a competitive edge.
  • Types of Catching: Provides insight into various catching techniques such as the normal catch and strip catch.
  • Types of Dodges: Discusses different dodging techniques used to evade opponents' throws.
  • Types of Blocks: Explores blocking techniques to prevent the ball from hitting players, enhancing defensive play.
  • Team Dynamics: Emphasizes the importance of teamwork in achieving success during dodgeball matches.

Dodgeball

A sport. A game. An [Link]:


-CLICK to enter- Chris Farrar
&
Alicia Marsh
Dogeball is a complex game.
Two teams battle for dominance.
There are many rules you must know
to play and many strategies you must
know to win.

That’s it for me.


Rules
Basic Rules
 Two teams, 20 players per team (15 playing, 5 subs)
 Ten 8.5 inch rubber balls
 Two 25 minutes halves
 Hit a player, they are out
 Make a catch, the thrower is out and another player comes
back in from the catcher's jail
 Balls can be used to block, if you drop the ball while
blocking you are out
 If you are hit and a teammate catches the ball, no one is
out and a teammate comes back in from your jail
More Rules
Court
Go back
Rules
-More Rules-
 Opening rush: All players behind the baseline, balls lined
up on the center line. When the whistle blows, players
charge for the balls. NO SLIDING OR KICKING. Balls must
be brought to the baseline to become active.
 Shot clock: If a team has all 10 balls or 5 or less players
the team must throw a ball every 10 seconds or lose all the
balls. Rolling or throwing out of bounds does not count.
 Penalties: Yellow Card given for minor offenses, Red card
given for serious offenses. 2 Yellow cards equal a Red
card.

That’s it for rules


Court
Court

More Rules

Referee Positions
Referee Positions

Court Back it up
The complexity and
action of dodgeball
make it a great game to
watch and an even
better game to play.
Check out the 2005-2006
highlights for the GVSU
dodgeball team:

Click HERE! to watch video


(Internet required for link)

That’s it for me
Strategies
The four basic parts of dodgeball are:

• Throwing
• Catching
• Dodging
• Blocking

Back it up
Types of Throwing
• Overhead
• Sidearm
• Gorilla
• Cross-court
• Other

On to Catches
Strategies
Overhead

A direct and powerful throw.

Back
Sidearm throw
Sidearm

The sidearm throw is often less tiring and adds a


curve to the flight path.

Back
Gorilla throw
Gorilla

Gorilla gripping the ball for a throw can add speed


and unpredictable curve.

BackCross-court throw
Cross-court

Catch them unaware by throwing across the court at


them.

Back
Other throws
Other

An underhanded gorilla throw can add a tricky curve


to the ball.

BackStrategies
Types of catching
Types of Catching
• Normal
• Team Catch
• Strip

Back to Throws
On to Dodges
Strategies
Normal

A basic catch. The thrower is out, one player from the catcher's jail comes
back in.

Back
Team catch
Team Catch

If your teammate catches a ball


that hit you, you’re still in and
one player in your jail comes
back in. The thrower of a team
catch is not out.

Back
Strip Catch
Strip

Steal a ball out of an opponent's hands.


Same results as a basic catch.

Back
Dodges
Strategies
Types of Dodges

• Run
• Slide
• Jump
• Duck
• Twist

Back to catches
On to Blocks
Strategies
Run

Run away from the ball so it doesn't hit you.

BackSlide
Slide

If you need to get away and get lower, try sliding.

Back
Jump
Jump

Lift your legs or your jump is worthless.

Back
Duck
Duck

Get down under a throw.

Back
Twist
Twist

If you don't have time to move much,


twist your body away from the ball.

Back
Blocks
Strategies
Types of Blocks

• Basic
• Kneeling
• Running
• Gorilla

Back to dodges
Strategies
Basic

The basic block is easy to quick and easy to execute.

Back
Kneeling
Kneeling

Kneeling to block makes it much easier to defend your feet.

Back
Running
Running

If you run and block at the same time, you will quickly get close to your now
unarmed opponents.

Back
Gorilla
Gorilla

Gorilla gripping the ball gives you a tight enough hold to block with one hand.

Back
Strategies
Throw Together

Highlight video
Get to the end
The most important
thing is…
TEAMWORK!!
Dodgeball

A sport.
A game.
An art. Again!

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