2019 Dodgeball Victoria Cup | Draw Reveal

The Australian Dodgeball Premier League has unveiled the fixtures for the 2019 Dodgeball Victoria Cup season opener.

The DV Cup will be hosted at the Arnold Sports Festival, located at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on Saturday, March 16.

PLEASE NOTE: Players will receive a pass in the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (in the foyer of the venue we will have a table), which will enable free access into the main arena of the Arnold Sports Festival.

DV CUP FORMAT & NATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

The DV Cup is a round-robin format, with each team playing four matches (18 minutes games, 9 minute halves). The top-two teams will progress to the Grand Final.

The top-two teams per division qualifying for the national DFA Cup, taking on the top-two teams from the Dodgeball NSW Cup.

The DFA National Championships weekend will be held from December 14 – 15 (location TBA)

FIXTURES / LINE REFS:

– LINE REFS are in brackets below. Teams must supply two Line Refs in their designated matches. Details will be given on the day.

MEN’S DIVISION:

Round 1:
11:10pm | Court 1: South Morang Stingrays v Doncaster Ducks (RAINBOWS)
11:10pm | Court 2: Angels v Greensborough Dodgers (RAINBOWS)

Round 2:
11:30am | Court 1: Greensborough Dodgers v Doncaster Ducks (ANGELS)
11:30am | Court 2: Skye Rainbows v South Morang Stingrays (ANGELS)

Round 3:
11:50am | Court 1: Greensborough Dodgers v Skye Rainbows (STINGRAYS)
11:50am | Court 2: Doncaster Ducks v Angels (STINGRAYS)

Round 4:
12:10pm | Court 1: Angels v Skye Rainbows (DUCKS)
12:10pm | Court 2: South Morang Stingrays v Greensborough Dodgers (DUCKS)

Round 5:
12:30pm | Court 1: South Morang Stingrays v Angels (DODGERS)
12:30pm | Court 2: Doncaster Ducks v Skye Rainbows (DODGERS)

Grand Final:
12:50pm | Court 1: 1 vs 2
Line Refs: 5th Place

MIXED DIVISION:

Round 1:
1:30pm | Court 1: Greensborough Dodgers v Skye Rainbows (STINGRAYS)
1:30pm | Court 2: Doncaster Ducks v Angels (STINGRAYS)

Round 2:
1:50pm | Court 1: South Morang Stingrays v Doncaster Ducks (RAINBOWS)
1:50pm | Court 2: Angels v Greensborough Dodgers (RAINBOWS)

Round 3:
2:10pm | Court 1: Angels v Skye Rainbows (DUCKS)
2:10pm | Court 2: South Morang Stingrays v Greensborough Dodgers (DUCKS)

Round 4:
2:30pm | Court 1: South Morang Stingrays v Angels (DODGERS)
2:30pm | Court 2: Doncaster Ducks v Skye Rainbows (DODGERS)

Round 5:
2:50pm | Court 1: Greensborough Dodgers v Doncaster Ducks (ANGELS)
2:50pm | Court 2: Skye Rainbows v South Morang Stingrays (ANGELS)

Grand Final:
3:10pm | Court 1: 1 vs 2
Line Refs: 5th Place

WOMEN’S DIVISION:

Round 1:
3:50pm | Court 1: South Morang Stingrays v Angels (DODGERS)
3:50pm | Court 2: Doncaster Ducks v Skye Rainbows (DODGERS)

Round 2:
4:10pm | Court 1: Greensborough Dodgers v Skye Rainbows (STINGRAYS)
4:10pm | Court 2: Doncaster Ducks v Angels (STINGRAYS)

Round 3:
4:30pm | Court 1: South Morang Stingrays v Doncaster Ducks (RAINBOWS)
4:30pm | Court 2: Angels v Greensborough Dodgers (RAINBOWS)

Round 4:
4:50pm | Court 1: Greensborough Dodgers v Doncaster Ducks (ANGELS)
4:50pm | Court 2: Skye Rainbows v South Morang Stingrays (ANGELS)

Round 5:
5:10pm | Court 1: Angels v Skye Rainbows (DUCKS)
5:10pm | Court 2: South Morang Stingrays v Greensborough Dodgers (DUCKS)

Grand Final:
5:30pm | Court 1: 1 vs 2
Line Refs: 5th Place

2019 Season Info | ADPL Victoria

The 2019 season is undergoing some exciting changes. Entering our fourth ADPL Victoria season, we have several new developments for the year ahead. 

WHAT’S NEW?

  • New social league season, named ADPL Summer Series, to run prior to the ADPL season from February – March. Optional to play, new teams, no Aus cap, Mixed category, Divisions 1 & 2 and more (info below).
  • ADPL Victoria: Under the new ADPL Squad Regulations, Clubs are no longer required to enter teams in all three divisions.
  • Dodgeball Victoria Cup (DV Cup) to open the ADPL Victoria season on Saturday, March 16. It involves all ADPL teams.
  • ADPL rounds to be played every 3 weeks on average, with Clubs to play a minimum 9 round season. If the season exceeds 9 rounds, Clubs will play each other three times per division during the regular season (down from 5 times in Mixed / Women’s last season).
  • Game-Fees have been reduced to $70 per team ($140 per round)
  • Following each ADPL regular season game, referees will submit their votes, 1 – 3 in ascending order for the 2019 MVP Award.
  • ADPL Victoria 2nd Division to be introduced in 2019 (Mixed Division)

ADPL SUMMER SERIES:

  • New optional social league (Mixed Teams – Max of 4 males on court)
  • Three Round Season + Finals
    Dates: Saturday, February 16 | Saturday, March 2 | Saturday, March 23 | Saturday, March 30 (Finals)
  • New teams can be formed, giving players the chance to play with new teammates
  • No Dodgeroos Points Cap
  • Proposed Format: Maximum of 6 teams per division (Division 1 and Division 2 leagues)
  • Play each team once, before Finals Series (Top 4)
  • Game-Fees are $65 per team
  • Great opportunity to prepare for the ADPL season, with a fun pre-season tournament
  • Tunes playing while on court
  • Matches to be played at Deakin University Sports Stadium (221 Burwood Hwy, Burwood)

2019 ADPL SQUAD REGULATIONS:

Under the new ADPL Squad Regulations, Clubs no longer required to enter teams in all three divisions. Please note, Clubs can enter as many teams as they wish regardless of their Club Dodgeroos Cap (max of 1 team per division).

  • Minimum 1 Team (Men, Mixed and / or Women’s Team) – Maximum of 1 point
  • Minimum 2 Teams (Men, Mixed and / or Women’s Teams) – Maximum of 2.75 points
  • Minimum 3 Teams (Men, Mixed and Women’s Teams) – Maximum of 4 point (4.5 points if criteria if followed below)

This new system is designed for:

  • New Clubs starting-up, who may not have the player-base or experience to fill teams in multiple divisions.
  • Clubs who have a smaller player-base and / or don’t have a large contingent of Club Dodgeroos points.

2019 AUSTRALIAN DODGEROOS CRITERIA:

To be eligible for the 2019 State Academies and Australian Dodgeroos squad, there are criteria which need to be met, including set standards of behaviour, minimum player appearances per division and more.

Link (3rd & 4th sub-headings): http://dodgeballfederationaustralia.com.au/2018/10/02/state-academies-launch/

Players that wish to be in contention for the Australian Dodgeroos need to be participating in the Men’s Division for male players and Women’s Division for female players (view link above).

2019 AUSTRALIAN DODGEROOS CLUB CAP:

  • Maximum of 4 points per Club squad
    2018 Australian Dodgeroos Members – 1 point
    2017 Australian Dodgeroos Members – 0.5 point
    Interstate Dodgeroos – Worth halve their points value when playing in Victoria
  • Dodgeroos Cap will increase to 4.5 points if a Club registers a minimum of 18 players in their squad (at least 4 players must be first-time registered participants in the ADPL). This initiative encourages Clubs to scout and recruit new talent, aiding the growth of the league, increasing the depth, talent pool, and general development of the competition and players.
  • Players produced by their Club and selected in the Dodgeroos for the first from 2017 onwards, will be worth 0.75 points from the following season onwards, if they opt to stay at the same Club when they were first selected for the Dodgeroos. However, if this player changes Clubs following their Dodgeroos selection, he / she will be worth 1 point towards the Dodgeroos Player Cap.

    EXAMPLE:     If a player from Vermont Vipers is selected in the Australian Dodgeroos for the first time in 2018, he / she will only be worth 0.75 points in 2019 if they opt to stay at the Vipers. If they change Clubs, they will be worth 1 point.This regulation encourages players to stay loyal towards the Club that assisted them in gaining selection to the Dodgeroos, while also assisting Clubs to hold on to talent they help produced.
  • Male Players: A maximum of 3 points (of the max 4.5 points allowance per Club) from the Australian Dodgeroos Cap can register for a Club.
  • Female Players: A maximum of 3 points (of the max 4.5 points allowance per Club) from the Australian Dodgeroos Cap can register for a Club.
  • Mixed Division: A maximum of 4 points from the Australian Dodgeroos Cap can participate in each Mixed Division match during the ADPL regular season.

SECOND DIVISION – ADPL VIC 2:

The second division will comprise of a stand-alone Mixed Division, taking place only on Saturday rounds – the same dates as ADPL matches at Aqualink Box Hill.

ADPL Victoria 2 fixtures will be held prior to division 1 matches from 11:00am or during the day on another court at the venue, pending availability.

How It Works:

  • New Clubs wishing to enter a team in Division 2.
  • Players playing ADPL can form a new Club in Division 2 with new teammates, while playing with their existing Club in Division 1. So players are able to play for a different Clubs in Division 1 (Men’s, Mixed, Women’s) and Division 2 (Mixed)
  • Current Clubs wishing to submit a team in Division 2.

ADPL VIC 2 | General Info:

  • Approximately a 6 round season, played at the same venue as ADPL1
  • Mixed Division – maximum of 4 Male Players on the court at any given time
  • Maximum of 1-point from the Dodgeroos Cap can participate in a Division 2 match

If current Clubs wish to enter a Division 2 team, players can represent their Club in both ADPL Victoria 1 (Men’s, Mixed, Women’s) and ADPL Victoria 2 (Mixed). There are no additional player registration fees. Clubs can extend their squad to sign-up additional players or utilise players in Division 1 to give them more experience and game-time.

The purpose of this league, is to continue the growth of the ADPL, increase the talent pool and create further pathways for players. More opportunities will be granted to players new to the game, or those wishing to play at a level more suited to their ability.

SQUAD INFO:

  • A maximum of 30 players can be in an ADPL Club squad for the 2019 season (max of 15 males & 15 females), if the Club has three teams – Men’s, Mixed and Women’s.
  • If a Club has less than three teams, Clubs can have a maximum of 10 registered players per team.

2018 ADPL Victoria MVP Awards

The 2018 ADPL Victoria season witnessed some standout performances from numerous players. Following the completion of the state season, we are pleased to unveil the votes for the male and female categories. 

The ADPL congratulates Craig Payne and Lakita Seigafo for winning the MVP Awards for the male and female categories, respectively.

In total, we had 28 men poll votes, while in the women’s category, 23 women obtained votes. Following the regular season, each of the officials were asked to submit their votes for the men’s and women’s categories, in ascending order from 1 to 5.

The ADPL wishes to congratulate all the players for a tremendous season, and in particular our winners’ of the MVP Awards.

Below we have our full list of men’s and women’s votes, including Clubs.

MEN’S VOTES: 

1. Craig Payne | Skye Rainbows – 51 votes

2. Scott Dent | Greensborough Dodgers – 44 votes

3. Josh Coulson | South Morang Stingrays – 34 votes

4. Andrew Thomason | Vermont Vipers – 26 votes

5. Troy Haynes | Vermont Vipers – 25 votes

6. Brandon Leitner | Skye Rainbows – 19 votes

7. Desmond Onwumere | Skye Rainbows – 13 votes

8. Mitch Hartshorn | Greensborough Dodgers – 12 votes

9. Patrick McGuinness | Vermont Vipers – 11 votes

10. James Heron | Skye Rainbows – 10 votes

10. Sam Beard | Surrey Hills Sloths – 10 votes

12. Ben Cooke | Greensborough Dodgers – 9 votes

13. Kieran Petrik-Bruce | Surrey Hills Sloths – 8 votes

14. Stefan Teligioridis | Greensborough Dodgers – 7 votes

15. Vim Wijesinghe | Vermont Vipers – 6 votes

16. Eddie Burke | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 5 votes

16. Elliot Dawson | Surrey Hills Sloths – 5 votes

16. Harley Phillips | Endeavour Hills Eagles | 5 votes

16. Jeremy Piper | Vermont Vipers – 5 votes

16. Lachlan McGillivray | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 5 votes

21. Jake Murphy | Surrey Hills Sloths – 4 votes

22. Ainsley Nair | Vermont Vipers – 3 votes

22. Daniel Shell | South Morang Stingrays – 3 votes

22. Mark Romig | South Morang Stingrays – 3 votes

25. Dillon Hutson | Skye Rainbows – 2 votes

26. Andrew Robinson | South Morang Stingrays – 1 vote

26. Rhys Colthup | South Morang Stingrays – 1 vote

26. Tom Gauci | Box Hill Turbos – 1 vote

 

WOMEN’S VOTES: 

1. Lakita Seigafo | South Morang Stingrays – 42 votes

2. Elli Darwinkel | Skye Rainbows – 41 votes

3. Tara Skellerup | Vermont Vipers – 38 votes

4. Meals Carter | Greensborough Dodgers – 34 votes

5. Krista Leveleky | Skye Rainbows – 25 votes

6. Kate McConnell | Greensborough Dodgers – 23 votes

7. Abira Ximenes | South Morang Stingrays – 20 votes

8. Madison Patmore | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 18 votes

9. Anna Karabinis | Skye Rainbows – 17 votes

10. Danielle Faour | Greensborough Dodgers – 11 votes

11. Simone Phillips | Surrey Hills Sloths – 8 votes

12. Megan McConnell | Vermont Vipers – 7 votes

13. Katrina Kotsakis | Surrey Hills Sloths – 6 votes

14. Gemma Ortlipp | Skye Rainbows – 5 votes

14. Lauren McLean | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 5 votes

16. Georgina Downs | Surrey Hills Sloths – 3 votes

16. Katie Stewart | Vermont Vipers – 3 votes

16. Steph Vernon-Curtis | South Morang Stingrays – 3 votes

19. Samantha Holcombe | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 2 votes

20. Cassy White | South Morang Stingrays – 1 vote

20. Emma Lester | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 1 vote

20. Milly Dakota | Endeavour Hills Eagles – 1 vote

20. Rhiannon Stewart | Vermont Vipers – 1 vote

 

VOTES BY CLUB | MEN’S:

1. Skye Rainbows – 95 votes

2. Vermont Vipers – 76 votes

3. Greensborough Dodgers – 72 votes

4. South Morang Stingrays – 42 votes

5. Surrey Hills Sloths – 27 votes

6. Endeavour Hills Eagles – 15 votes

7. Box Hill Turbos – 1 vote

 

VOTES BY CLUB | WOMEN’S:

1. Skye Rainbows – 88 votes

2. Greensborough Dodgers – 68 votes

3. South Morang Stingrays – 66 votes

4. Vermont Vipers – 49 votes

5. Endeavour Hills Eagles – 27 votes

6. Surrey Hills Sloths – 17 votes

 

VOTES BY CLUB | TOTAL:

1. Skye Rainbows – 183 votes

2. Greensborough Dodgers – 140 votes

3. Vermont Vipers – 125 votes

4. South Morang Stingrays – 108 votes

5. Surrey Hills Sloths – 44 votes

6. Endeavour Hills Eagles – 42 votes

7. Box Hill Turbos – 1 vote

2018 Dodgeball Victoria Cup | Draw Reveal

The Dodgeball Victoria Cup (DV Cup) draw has been unveiled. There’s a brand-new format to the competition in 2018. The knockout-style cup takes place over a single weekend from Friday, June 15 – Saturday, June 16.

DV CUP FORMAT & NATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

The DV Cup is a straight knockout format, with no second chances. Each division will feature all the Australian Dodgeball Premier League Victoria Clubs, with the top-two teams per division qualifying for the national DFA Cup, taking on the top-two teams from the Dodgeball NSW Cup.

The Australian Dodgeball Nationals weekend will be held from December 1 – 2 in Sydney, which includes the following:

– DFA Cup & ADPL National Finals Group Stages – Saturday, December 1

– ADPL National Finals Group / Knockout Stages & State of Origin Series – Sunday, December 2

The draw for the Men’s, Mixed and Women’s division can be viewed below.

2018 Dodgeball Victoria Cup

The Dodgeball Victoria Cup (DV Cup) has a brand-new format in 2018. This year, the knockout-style cup competition takes place over a single weekend from Friday, June 15 – Saturday, June 16. 

Friday, June 15 – Mixed Division

Saturday, June 16 – Men’s & Women’s Division

DV CUP FORMAT & NATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

The DV Cup is a straight knockout format, with no second chances. Each division will feature all the ADPL Victoria Clubs, with the top-two teams per division qualifying for the national DFA Cup, taking on the top-two teams from the Dodgeball NSW Cup.

The Australian Dodgeball Nationals weekend will be held from December 1 – 2 in Sydney, which includes the following:

DFA Cup & ADPL National Finals Group Stages – Saturday, December 1

ADPL National Finals Group / Knockout Stages & State of Origin Series – Sunday, December 2

DV CUP STRUCTURE:

MIXED DIVISION | Friday, June 15 | 7:00pm – 10:00pm:

  • 7 Teams
  • Premiers from the 2017 ADPL Victoria Mixed Division automatically proceed to the Final 4 (Surrey Hills Sloths have taken Riverstone Raptors’ place as the highest ranked team).
  • Draw Structure: Round 1, Semi Finals (Final 4), Final.
  • Greensborough Dodgers are entering a Division 2 team into the DV Cup. Players cannot swap between the Dodgers’ Division 1 and Division 2 teams during the event.

MEN’S DIVISION | Saturday, June 16 | 12:00pm – 2:30pm :

  • 7 Teams
  • Premiers from the 2017 ADPL Victoria Men’s Division automatically proceed to the Final 4 (Skye Rainbows).
  • Draw Structure: Round 1, Semi Finals (Final 4), Final.

WOMEN’S DIVISION | Saturday, June 16 | 2:30pm – 5:00pm:

  • 6 Teams
  • Top-two teams from the 2017 ADPL Victoria Women’s Division automatically proceed to the Final 4 (Vermont Vipers and South Morang Stingrays. Stingrays move up to the second ranked team, taking the place of Riverstone Raptors).
  • Draw Structure: Round 1, Semi Finals (Final 4), Final.

DV CUP DRAW:

The draw for the DV Cup will be announced on Tuesday, June 5.

DV CUP PAYMENT:

Payment structure will be as follows:

Round 1 – $75

Semi Finals – $75

Final – $75 (teams who play a third match in their division will have the final game discounted at $50).

DFA Recognised By Australian Sports Commission

MEDIA RELEASE FOR DODGEBALL FEDERATION AUSTRALIA

Dodgeball Federation Australia (DFA) is proud to announce it has received official recognition as a National Sporting Organisation by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC).

The DFA was established in 2014 and is an affiliate of the World Dodgeball Association (WDA). WDA is the official world governing body for dodgeball, working as a not for profit social enterprise across six continents in partnership with over 60 national federations delivering to over 70 million people worldwide.

DFA’s primary strategic objective is to grow participation of the sport nationally. Recognition by the ASC is a critical milestone for the DFA and the sport globally to achieve this objective. Over the years, we have seen dodgeball develop across our communities, nationally and on the international stage with our national teams, the Chemist Warehouse Australian Dodgeroos.

Recognition by the ASC will provide the impetuous to take that next step in the sport’s development across Australia and globally. Working with the ASC, we have plans to develop further pathways for the sport and its growth with a focus on grass-roots and school participation, affiliate groups and high performance development.

‘The ASC is delighted to welcome Dodgeball Federation Australia as a recognised national sporting organisation. We wish everybody involved the very best as they continue to grow the sport’ comments Andrew Larratt, General Manager, Sport Business and Strategic Partnerships, Australian Sports Commission.

DFA President, Robert Di Fabio is thrilled to have dodgeball recognised by the ASC.

‘Recognition from the Australian Sports Commission is pivotal to dodgeball’s continual growth and development across Australia. Dodgeball Federation Australia has been working towards achieving this goal, with the aim at promoting the sport to a wider audience, including but not limited to juniors in our school system, recreational activity and competitions and high performance athletes’. 

Recognition from the ASC will provide greater credibility for dodgeball on a national platform. DFA aims to take the sport to a new level of professionalism in growing awareness, participation in regional and metropolitan areas in Australia across all age groups. A strategic priority for DFA is to promote inclusion and importantly, aid our athletes in performance on the domestic and international stage with the Australian Dodgeroos.

World Dodgeball Association President, Tom Hickson is fully supportive of the DFA’s ambition, and welcomes the support of the ASC.

‘The World Dodgeball Association is fully supportive of Dodgeball Federation Australia and its relationship with the Australian Sports Commission. The WDA successfully achieved GAISF Observer Status in 2017.

This was a momentous achievement for the sport and the people that represent dodgeball across the world. Reaching this milestone enables support for greater growth of participation across our National Federations. Our blueprint as a world governing body is to support our national governing bodies, so they too can adhere to our plans and vision for the sport’s growth and progression. Recognition from the ASC is a significant milestone for the DFA and WDA.’

Christopher White, General Secretary of Asian Dodgeball Federation is in full support of ASC recognition.

‘The Asian Dodgeball Federation is extremely proud of Dodgeball Federation Australia’s efforts to gain recognition from the Australian Sports Commission. With this step forward Australia are providing the perfect example for other Asia-Pacific nations to follow.’

ASC recognition is timely, with the launch of the 2018 Chemist Warehouse Australian Dodgeroos Squad who will be representing Australia in the Dodgeball World Cup, Madison Square Garden, New York on 3 – 4 August 2018. The Women’s Dodgeroos will be defending their title as world champions and men’s and mixed teams have also qualified to compete at the Dodgeball World Cup in New York. Fourteen nations have qualified for the 2018 Dodgeball World Cup across four continental regions, from a pool of over 60 WDA affiliate national federations.

The DFA would like to thank our sponsors for their continued support, founding partner Chemist Warehouse and all of the volunteers, coaches, team managers, players and supporters who have contributed to DFA reaching this milestone.

To further discuss this media release or to become an affiliate, contact DFA President Robert Di Fabio at info@dodgeballfederationaustralia.com.au or +61 431 052 148.

ADPL VIC Introduces Second Division

The Australian Dodgeball Premier League is excited to launch ADPL Victoria 2, scheduled to begin in June, 2018. 

The second division will comprise of a stand-alone Mixed Division, taking place on Saturdays – the same dates as ADPL Victoria 1 matches at Aqualink Box Hill.

ADPL Victoria 2 fixtures will be held prior to division 1 matches from 10:00am – 12:00pm or during the day on another court at the venue, pending availability.

Registrations Are Open To:

  • New Clubs wishing to enter a team.
  • Current Clubs wishing to submit a team in ADPL Victoria 2.

If current Clubs wish to enter a Division 2 team, players can represent their Club in both ADPL Victoria 1 (Men’s, Mixed, Women’s) and ADPL Victoria 2 (Mixed). There are no additional player registration fees. Clubs can extend their squad to sign-up additional players or utilise players in Division 1 to give them more experience and game-time.

The purpose of this league, is to continue the growth of the ADPL, increase the talent pool and create further pathways for players. More opportunities will be granted to players new to the game, or those wishing to play at a level more suited to their ability.

ADPL VIC 2 | General Info:

  • Begins Saturday, June 2 (approx 5 round season, prior to Finals)
  • Mixed Division – maximum of 4 Male Players on the court at any given time
  • New ADPL Clubs can register for Division 2
  • Current ADPL Clubs can submit a Division 2 team
  • Maximum of 1-point from the Dodgeroos Cap can participate in a Division 2 match
  • Scheduled Rounds: June 2, July 14, September 8, October 6, November 3, November 10 (Finals)

REGISTRATION:

Registrations are now open for the ADPL Victoria 2 season. To register your Club, complete the online form HERE  (refer to Division 2 in the comments section) or email – info@dodgeballfederationaustralia.com.au

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

Team registrations close Sunday, May 6.

2018 Victorian Fixture Release

The Australian Dodgeball Premier League is excited to unveil the official draw for the 2018 Victorian Conference season. 

This season will feature Men’s and Mixed Division, in addition to a full-length Women’s Division. Alongside the ADPL Victoria season, the revamped Dodgeball Victoria Cup (DV Cup) will feature over a single weekend – the state’s knockout-style competition.

The DFA Cup and ADPL National Finals Series will be inclusive of all three divisions in 2018, with the NSW conference introducing all three divisions this year.

The high performance structure for the 2018 season will see an enhancement in the overall progress of our players, and adds a new level professionalism and authenticity to our competitions.

Newly formed Clubs, Box Hill Turbos and Greensborough Dodgers will make their debut in the ADPL. With eight Clubs and 22 teams competing from Victoria, in each division there will be four domestic trophies on offer in the state conference (ADPL Victoria and DV Cup), in addition to the national knockout competition, the DFA Cup and ADPL National Finals Series. 

General Overview:

  • 2018 ADPL Victoria launches Saturday, March 3
  • Finals Series will be held from November 9 – 10:
    Friday, November 9 – Mixed Finals Series
    Saturday, November 10 – Men’s & Women’s Finals Series
  • ADPL Victoria season features 15 rounds, including a total of 322 matches in the Men’s, Mixed and Women’s Divisions
  • Dodgeball Victoria Cup will be played on the single weekend:
    Friday, June 15 – Mixed Division
    Saturday, June 16 – Men’s & Women’s Divisions
  • ADPL National Qualification: Top three from ADPL Victoria Men’s, Mixed and Women’s Divisions
  • DFA Cup Qualification: Finalists (Top Two) from the DV Cup Men’s, Mixed and Women’s Divisions
  • Australian Nationals Weekend (Sydney):
    Saturday, December 1 – DFA Cup
    Saturday, December 1 – ADPL National Finals (Group Stages)
    Sunday, December 2 – ADPL National Finals (Knockout Stages)
    Sunday, December 2 – State of Origin


2018 MEN’S DIVISION FIXTURES: https://goo.gl/6M2kxa

2018 MIXED DIVISION FIXTURES: https://goo.gl/EUuJ2Z

2018 WOMEN’S DIVISION FIXTURES: https://goo.gl/2QMdsZ 

2018 ADPL VIC Referee Course

In preparation for the 2018 ADPL Victoria season, Dodgeball Federation Australia is coordinating a certified Referee Course, recognised by the World Dodgeball Association.

This year’s course is open to ADPL players and the general public. Please note, officials from the 2016 – 2017 ADPL season do not need to complete the course again.

Laws of the Game License

The Australian Dodgeball Premier League aims to establish and maintain the highest standards of competence for ADPL Referees through appropriate education, training and support. The ADPL will conduct the following course to ensure all officials are equipped with the knowledge and skills required to be an ADPL Referee.

This course provides a basic introduction to the Laws and interpretations, sanctioned by the World Dodgeball Association. Our course can be obtained by completing this program.

An official that is skilled in these key areas in combination with having a great understanding of the Laws of the Game is able to provide an enjoyable and professional experience to all involved.

Course Time: Approximately 1 hour

When: Saturday, February 24 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm

If you’re keen to be involved but can’t make this date, please let us know ASAP.

Where: Aqualink Box Hill – Surrey Drive, Box Hill

Cost: $60 – includes ADPL referee top, whistle, Yellow / Red Cards and Referee Certificate

Option to pay up-front or have the cost taken out of your ADPL referee wages.

To confirm your interest, please email – info@dodgeballfederationaustralia.com.au or call 0431 052 148.

Club Development Pathway

The ADPL is excited to launch a new Club Development Pathway, designed to assist brand-new Clubs and players enter the ADPL system in Victoria. 

This initiative allows new Clubs to register in the ADPL under a unique set of guidelines. This structure will help new Clubs be involved in the ADPL system, without having to enter three teams in their first season.

This blueprint is designed to help new clubs establish themselves in their first year, while giving them time to build their player base, and plan accordingly to expand in the coming years.

Criteria | Club Development Pathway:

First Year:

  • Clubs are required to enter at least one of the following divisions – Men’s, Mixed and / or Women’s.
  • Maximum Australian Dodgeroos Cap is 1 point per club under this system (only Clubs who have three teams will be permitted to have the full Dodgeroos cap).
  • Clubs must be actively looking to promote their Club, and look for initiatives to build their awareness. An example is having an active account/s via social media.

Second Year:

  • Clubs must register in at least two of the following divisions – Men’s, Mixed and / or Women’s.
  • Maximum Australian Dodgeroos Cap is 2 points (only Clubs who have three teams will be permitted to have the full Dodgeroos cap).
  • Failure to have at least two teams will prohibit the Club from playing in the top division. If there is a second division, the club will be permitted to play in this division.

Third Year:

  • Clubs must have teams in each of the three divisions – Men’s, Mixed and Women’s.
  • Failure to have at least two teams will prohibit the Club from playing in the top division. If there is a second division, the club will be permitted to play in this division.

Club registrations for the 2018 ADPL season close Friday, February 16. To register your interest, CLICK HERE.

Division 2 | Development League:

There will also be an opportunity for Clubs to register for the Division 2 competition over the coming months.

The purpose of this league, is to continue the growth of the ADPL, increase the talent pool and create further pathways for players. More opportunities will be granted to players new to the game, or those wishing to play at a level more suited to their ability.

ADPL VIC Division 2 | Details:

  • Begins in June / July (1 / 3 of the normal ADPL season)
  • Mixed Division
  • Maximum of 4 Male Players on the court at any given time
  • Current ADPL Clubs can submit a Division 2 team
  • New ADPL Clubs can register for Division 2
  • Maximum of 1-point from the Dodgeroos Cap can participate in a Division 2 match