TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Dodgeball Defined
1.1 Background
1.2 Major Sport
1.3 MLD Partners
2.0 MLD Bidding Opportunities
2.1 Jersey Partner
2.2 Broadcast Partner
2.3 Energy Drink Partner
2.4 Action Camera Partner
2.5 Naming Rights
2.6 Venue Partners
2.7 Event Awards
2.8 General Event Partners
2.9 Contest
2.10 Official Dodgeball
2.11 Official Sports Surface
3.0 Intent to Bid Form
1.0 Dodgeball Defined
In dodgeball, players on two opposing teams throw balls at their opponents while attempting to avoid being hit themselves. The objective is to eliminate all players on the opposing team by hitting them with thrown dodgeballs or catching balls thrown by opponents.
Games are played on a volleyball-sized court divided by a center line. In Major League Dodgeball, each team begins with six players positioned along the back line, while six dodgeballs are placed on the center line. Players must remain on their team’s half of the court throughout the game.
At the start of play, players rush toward the center line to retrieve dodgeballs for their team. The teams then exchange throws, make catches, and attempt to eliminate opposing players until one team has no players remaining on the court.
1.1 Background
Dodgeball, one of the most popular games in the world, is now a highly competitive and highly entertaining professional sport.
The modern era of dodgeball began with the surge in popularity that followed the release of the movie Dodgeball in 2004. In its wake, leagues formed across North America and around the world, introducing thousands of players to organized dodgeball.
What began largely as a recreational and social activity soon evolved into a highly competitive sport. As players developed their skills and the level of competition increased, organized leagues gave rise to larger tournaments, elite teams, and increasingly sophisticated styles of play.
Today’s top dodgeball players are highly skilled athletes who display an impressive combination of speed, power, agility, accuracy, and reflexes. Acrobatic “Matrix” moves, diving catches, pinpoint throws, and catlike reactions are common in matches where multiple dodgeballs can travel at speeds exceeding 70 mph.
Fast-paced, strategic, and intensely competitive, modern dodgeball has evolved far beyond the playground game many people remember. In our opinion, it is one of the most exciting, entertaining, and competitive sports in the world.
1.2 Major Sport
Dodgeball is now a major sport…
The competitive sport of dodgeball continues to grow, with leagues, tournaments, and championships held across North America and around the world. The 2024 Dodgeball World Championships in Graz, Austria, brought together national teams from countries including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Austria, Great Britain, Italy, Germany, and Argentina.
In the United States, dodgeball has gained additional exposure as a featured event during the NFL Pro Bowl Games. Commercial competitions, such as the House of Highlights Dodgeball Showdown, have also attracted millions of views across social media platforms.
Once primarily associated with playgrounds and childhood recreation, dodgeball has evolved into a competitive international sport with growing audiences, elite athletes, major events, and considerable potential as an entertaining and marketable sports platform.
The second half of the 2014 Dodgeball World Championship between the U.S. and Canada has generated more than 45 million views at YouTube!
1.3 MLD Partners
Major League Dodgeball is taking the sport, and your brand, to the next level…
Major League Dodgeball (MLD) showcases the sport’s top players and teams through a highly marketable and entertaining platform modeled after the professional standards and operating practices of major sports organizations. This approach is designed to generate increased visibility and exposure for the league and its partners. While our social media channels are relatively new, MLD is connected to a worldwide dodgeball community comprising tens of thousands of players, participants, and fans. As Major League Dodgeball grows, we want our partners to grow alongside us. Let the MLD brand help your organization reach new audiences, expand into new markets, and achieve new heights.
Why Partner with Major League Dodgeball?
- Expanding Popularity: Dodgeball is a fast-growing recreational and competitive global sport.
- Prime Demographics: Our participants are aged 18-45, tech-savvy, and brand-loyal, with a strong social media presence.
- Engagement Opportunities: High-energy events, fast-paced action and digital content for brands on the move.
MLD 2027 Events
2.0
Major League Dodgeball has the following bidding opportunities available for brands, products and services identified as being mutually beneficial with MLD. Interested parties should send their bids to mldodgeball@gmail.com. Use the form at the bottom of this page to submit your bid.
2.1 MLD JERSEY PARTNER
Dodgeball is known for its colorful and unique jerseys and MLD is seeking an apparel company that can provide sublimated jerseys for MLD players and teams.
- Foam Dodgeball Championship 2027 (FDC27): Provide 18 custom championship jerseys to the winning teams.
2.2 MLD BROADCAST PARTNER
MLD is seeking a broadcast partner to record/stream/broadcast/and or televise Major League Dodgeball events such as MLD’s Foam Dodgeball Championship 2027 (FDC27).
2.3 MLD ENERGY DRINK PARTNER
Highlight your energy drink to a market that routinely uses energy drinks to stay hydrated and focused.
2.4 MLD ACTION CAMERA PARTNER
Small action cameras are the preferred method of recording dodgeball games and events. Highlight your action camera with an MLD partnership. Partnership can consist of product giveaways and contests (best action shot or game video recorded on camera).
2.5 MLD Naming Rights
MLD has three bidding opportunities for naming rights. Include your organization name in the wordmark of the MLD logo or event and on all related website and social media posts.
- MLD naming rights (Title Sponsor): MLD, powered by [Your Name]. Includes MLD website logo and all promotional materials for 2026, plus integration of brand into all MLD events, social media, streaming and video content. $50,000
- Foam Dodgeball Championship 2027 (FDC27) naming rights: FDC 2027, powered by [Your Name]. $10,000
Naming rights include signage at events (brand supplies signage).
2.6 MLD Venue Partners
MLD is seeking North American sports venues for 2027 dodgeball events. The venue should have:
- Indoor, air-conditioned space for 12 or more dodgeball courts (60×30 feet each).
- Hard court (hardwoods, sport court, polished concrete, no turf).
- Court dividers are a plus.
- Proximity to major airport and hotels.
- Good visuals for recording and broadcast purposes.
2.7 MLD Event Awards
Partners provide awards to winning teams at MLD events, including products, trophies and medals.
2.8 MLD General Event Partners
Custom partnership packages are available. An example includes providing each player at an MLD event with a branded t-shirt, water bottle or bag.
2.9 Contest
Host a contest, including at a tournament or other event, and provide a prize to the winner(s).
2.10 Official Dodgeball
Become an official supplier of 7-inch foam dodgeballs to Major League Dodgeball. MLD dodgeballs are made out of polyurethane (PU) coated foam. The diameter is 17.8 cm (7 in), and its weight is 134-146 g (4.7-5.1 oz), according to specifications set forth by the World Dodgeball Federation.
2.11 Official Playing Surface
MLD is seeking an official sports playing surface sponsor to partner with the league in creating high-performance, professional-grade courts for its national events.
3.0 Intent to Bid Form
(Copy and paste this form into a document or email to send your bid proposal to Major League Dodgeball. Submit form to mldodgeball@gmail.com.)
ORGANIZATION NAME AND WEBSITE
(Enter organization name and website here.)
DIRECT CONTACT
Contact name:
Title:
Phone:
Email:
BID TYPE
(Enter your bid or partnership proposal here. Include proposed bid fee and or financial value. Detail custom proposals.)