DODGEBALL FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Below some frequently asked questions. If you have additonal questions, please email us at admin@212nyc.org


EVENT DETAILS

EVENT LOCATION

  • John Jay College of Criminal Justice

  • Entrance: 524 W 59th St, Gym, New York, NY 10019,

  • Getting There: John Jay is accessible via public transportation at Columbus Circle via the A,C, B, D and 1 trains

EVENT SCHEDULE

  • DOORS OPEN/ REGISTRATION BEGINS: 5:00 PM

    • Team captains can pick-up their team’s wristbands and t-shirts and distribute as your teammates arrive

    • There are restrooms and locker rooms on site to change.

    • Please Note: Host venue requires proof of completed Vaccination 14-days prior to the event OR negative COVID test 7 days prior to the event.

  • OPENING CEREMONY: 6:00 PM

  • AFTER PARTY: 8:30 PM (Location TBD)


REGISTERING A TEAM

If you are an agency or brand? You can participate for free and sign up here. T-shirts will be provided to teams.

If you are a publisher/provider? Limited team sponsorships are available. If you are a publishers/provider interested in a team or sponsorship, please email us at sponsorship@212nyc.org


ABOUT DODGEBALL

How many players are on a dodgeball team? Each team is allowed 10 players. You need a minimum of 6 players to participate. You can rotate the additional team members through rounds so everyone has a chance to play.

What is the objective of dodgeball? The objective of dodgeball is to eliminate all the players on the opposing team by hitting them with a ball or catching a ball they throw.

What happens if I get hit by a ball in dodgeball? If you get hit by a ball in dodgeball, you are out and must sit out for the remainder of the round or until one of your teammates catches a ball.

Can I catch a ball in dodgeball? Yes, if you catch a ball in dodgeball before it hits the ground, the player who threw the ball is out, and one of your teammates can come back into the game.

What happens if I throw a ball and it gets caught by the opposing team? If your ball gets caught by the opposing team in dodgeball, you are out, and the player who caught the ball can bring one of their teammates back into the game.

Are headshots allowed in dodgeball? Headshots and agressive play is not allowed.