Code of Conduct
Play fair. Have fun. Respect everyone.
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Everyone is welcome
- •All ages 6+, all backgrounds, all skill levels
- •No discrimination based on race, gender, sexuality, religion, or ability
- •Beginners are encouraged — we all started somewhere
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Respect everyone
- •Be fair and accept referee decisions without argument
- •No swearing, name-calling, or intimidation
- •Treat opponents, teammates, and staff with kindness
- •Shake hands or fist-bump after games
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No violence — ever
- •Physical aggression = immediate removal
- •Threatening behavior = suspension or permanent ban
- •Verbal abuse toward anyone is not tolerated
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Play with integrity
- •Got hit? Call yourself out honestly
- •Raise your hand clearly when you're out
- •Cheating ruins the game for everyone
- •If unsure, ask the referee — don't argue
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Safety first
- •No intentional headshots (above shoulders)
- •No reckless or dangerous play
- •Report unsafe conditions immediately
- •Warm up properly before playing
- •Sit out if injured — don't risk making it worse
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Be a good sport
- •Welcome and help new players
- •Encourage your teammates and opponents
- •Celebrate good plays — even from the other team
- •Win gracefully, lose gracefully
- •Have fun — that's why we're here!
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Game Rules
Based on official WDBF foam dodgeball rules
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The Opening Rush
- •Start with one foot on your back line
- •On the whistle, run to grab balls from your right side of center
- •You may touch or cross the center line while retrieving balls
- •Ball must be "cleared" (both feet behind attack line) before you can throw
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Getting OUT
- •Hit by a live ball (anywhere except head)
- •Your thrown ball is caught
- •You drop a ball while trying to block
- •You step out of bounds
- •You cross the center line (after opening rush)
- •You throw before clearing the attack line (throw doesn't count)
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Staying SAFE
- •Block with a ball you're holding — you're safe
- •Ball hits your head — you're safe (thrower may get carded)
- •Deflected ball hits teammate — they're out, you're safe
- •Ball bounces off wall/floor/ceiling first — dead ball, you're safe
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Catching
- •Catch a live ball = thrower is OUT + one teammate returns
- •You must be in control of the ball (can establish control in air)
- •Cannot use clothing/uniform to help catch
- •Catch a ball someone blocked into you = still counts!
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Live vs Dead Ball
- •Live ball: hasn't touched floor, wall, ceiling, or been caught
- •Blocked ball stays live — can still hit or be caught
- •Dead ball: after hitting floor/wall/ceiling or being caught
- •Dead ball cannot get anyone out
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10 Second Rule
- •If your team has majority of balls (4+ of 6), you must throw
- •You have 10 seconds to release balls and lose majority
- •Stalling = you're out
- •Keeps the game fast and exciting
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When You're Out
- •Raise your hand clearly above your head
- •Exit quickly to the sideline
- •Do not interfere with any balls or play
- •Interfering = yellow card
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Cards
- •Yellow card = 5 minute suspension from play
- •Red card = out for the rest of the game + next 2 matches
- •Cards given for: headshots, dangerous play, unsportsmanlike conduct
- •Referee decisions are final
Quick Reference
You're OUT if:
- • Hit by live ball
- • Ball caught
- • Drop block ball
- • Out of bounds
You're SAFE if:
- • Block with ball
- • Dead ball hits you
- • Ball hits head
- • You catch it
Catch = Thrower OUT + Teammate returns
Questions about rules? gronsdodgeball@gmail.com