Do you like to dodge, duck, dip, and dive?
If so, it’s time to sign up for the 2026 Rotaract Dodgeball Tournament in Peace River!
“We are accepting 24 teams this year, and we’ve streamlined the event to one day,” says Peace River Rotaract president Louise Small.
“It’s such a fun event. Friendly competition with lots of laughs and it’s unique as we are the only tournament north of Edmonton.”
Peace River Rotaract is hosting the tournament, which will be for participants 18 years of age or older and will be held on April 25 at the Baytex Energy Centre. Matches begin at 10 a.m. and will run all day until the finals are complete.
Small says this is the fourth year they’ve hosted a dodgeball tournament, and it is an opportunity to have a lot of fun, while helping to raise funds for important community events.
“We are always happy to see so many returning teams,” Small says. “Many have been attending annually and look forward to the event. It’s great to see all the hilarious jerseys and so much team spirit.”
Cost to register a team into the dodgeball tournament is $350, with each team having 6-10 players. Small says each match consists of the best of five sets, and different divisions include Ball Stars and Average Joes.
In the tournament, players will attempt to eliminate the opponent by hitting them with the ball or catching their throws.
If a player is hit with a live ball, the player is out until one team is eliminated.
“We will also have a beer garden, 50/50 raffle, sportsmanship awards, and cash and MVP prizes,” she concludes.
Rotaract is also looking for volunteers to help with bar service and security. Anyone interested in helping can email the Rotaract team at peace.rotaract@gmail.com.
“The Rotaract Club is taking pride and action in our hometown,” says Small.
“Our efforts are to enhance the lives of our residents, giving them something to be proud of. Our accomplishments to date have garnered support from municipalities and local businesses which see the value in our work.”
To see all the work Rotaract is doing in Peace River, upcoming events, or to register in the Dodgeball Tournament, please visit their website at www.peace rotaract.com
Emily Plihal
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