A few weeks ago we lost a member of the NCDA Dodgeball family. Derrick Ammons was a member of Saginaw Valley State’s dodgeball team, and a great friend to many of their players. I never had the privilege of meeting Derrick, but many members of SVSU’s team knew him well. Here are a few brief comments by Saginaw Valley players remembering Derrick Ammons: Continue reading “Remembering Derrick Ammons”
Call for more Staff!
Good People, I’d like to ask a favor of you. If you have any developer skills, or are a graphic designer, or know of a fellow designer/developer, please let them know the League needs their help!
We are always looking for more hands to be part of our staff. There are plenty of avenues where one could help. Whether you are a current player looking for resume padding or an alumni looking to give back, we have a place for you.
At the moment, it is volunteer work. But it is real honest work that you can credit on your resumes and portfolios. This registered non-profit can write you official Letters of Recommendation and we also include you on the Staff page.
Please, especially if you are graphic designer or a programmer, please consider contacting ncdadodgeball@gmail.com with your resume. Great things arrive faster with talented and driven people working together.
BOTM: 2014 April
In regards to Baller of the Month, this player’s name has been floated around multiple times per season. There were many instances where he would have received the reward, but another player qualified just a bit more. Our selection process isn’t very scientific; it’s just a way to showcase a player or a team in the League.
But age old tradition from the Raymer days dictates that April BOTM be the Nationals MVP and National Champion Team Captain. For these reasons, and many more over the course of the season, I’m proud to interview fellow staff member Kevin Bailey… he’s certainly earned it more than once. Continue reading “BOTM: 2014 April”
Season Recap “Illinois Region”
Teams:
Wisconsin Platteville
DePaul
Nebraska
St. Ambrose
The Illinois Region has not historically been home to the NCDA’s best teams. In fact, this season no Illinois Region team made it past the first round of Nationals. Despite that statistic, it was not that bad of a year for this region. Continue reading “Season Recap “Illinois Region””
Season Recap “Kentucky Region”
Teams:
Kentucky
Western Kentucky
Northwestern State (Louisiana)
North Texas
It was not a standout year for any team in the Kentucky region. Only two of the teams made an appearance at Nationals. Continue reading “Season Recap “Kentucky Region””
Season Recap “Ohio Region”
Teams:
Kent State
Ohio State
Bowling Green
Miami (Ohio)
2013-14 was not the most successful season for the Ohio Region. 3 of the 4 teams made a first round exit at Nationals, Continue reading “Season Recap “Ohio Region””
Season Recap “East Coast Region”
Teams:
James Madison
Maryland
Towson
Virginia Commonwealth
Penn State
The East Coast saw another season of improvement in 2013-14. Led by James Madison’s Final Four appearance, Continue reading “Season Recap “East Coast Region””
Season Recap “Michigan Region”
Teams:
Grand Valley State
Saginaw Valley State
Michigan State
Central Michigan
Siena Heights
Davenport
The Michigan Region once again was the most dominant in the NCDA during the 2013-14 season. In fact, three Michigan teams made it to the “Final Four” at Nationals 2014. While the top tier teams in this region Continue reading “Season Recap “Michigan Region””
2014 All-American Team
For outstanding play at this year’s Nationals in Ohio State, here is the 2014 All Nationals Team:
- Kevin Bailey: MVP
- Camden Fullmer
- Eric Paul
- Felix Perrone
- Dylan Fettig
- Brent Gromer
- Max Siler
- Mike Van Ermen
- Myles Shephard
- Colin O’Brien
- Dan Shackelford
- Joe Tobin
- Mark Trippiedi
- Joey Cardella
- Trevor Nordberg
Nationals 2015 will held at WKU
CHICAGO – Office of the President: Twenty three member teams have voted and the votes are in. WKU Dodgeball Club will host Nationals 2015 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. They last hosted the event in 2011, a basis for many of the event’s traditions were established as precedent for the first time.
Vote breakdown:
WKU: 14
UMD: 9
May Day Dodgeball Rally
Good News Everyone,
The date for the 2014 May Day Dodgeball Tournament has been decided: May 24th, 2014 at the usual Ray Meyer Fitness Center (2250 N.Sheffield Ave, Chicago IL 60614) at DePaul University. Continue reading “May Day Dodgeball Rally”
My Take on Nationals 2014
NCDA Nationals 2014 took place this past weekend, and as expected, it was one of the best weekends of the year for everyone involved. I had the privilege to play and spectate so many awesome collegiate dodgeball games this weekend, and it made me more than excited for the future of this league. Here are some of my reactions to what took place this weekend. Continue reading “My Take on Nationals 2014”
GVSU wins 2014 National Championship
COLUMBUS – RPAC, Court 4: “the Show”: GVSU def SVSU 3-2 in the 2014 Championship Match of Nationals 2014.
Grand Valley State University Dodgeball Club takes home the Championship Trophy and earns collegiate dodgeball’s National Championship title for the sixth time in their club history.
On behalf of the League, congratulations to the team and a special shout out to its graduating members.
Standings for Nationals 2014 Pool Play
Standings for Sunday’s Nationals Bracket.
| 1 | GVSU | 1.2 |
| 2 | SVSU | 2.8 |
| 3 | Kent | 3 |
| 4 | JMU | 3.8 |
| 5 | OSU | 7.4 |
| 6 | UWP | 7.6 |
| 7 | CMU | 8 |
| 8 | TU | 8 |
| 9 | UMD | 9 |
| 10 | UK | 9.8 |
| 11 | MSU | 10.6 |
| 12 | WKU | 14.2 |
| 13 | BGSU | 17.4 |
| 14 | DePaul | 19.4 |
| 15 | Miami | 19.8 |
DePaul Lady Dodgeballers:
Hello Fellow Dodgeballers and Debaucher-ers!
DePaul lady dodgeballers here.
We’ve recently been made aware of a NCDA-related twitter account called “Dodgestitutes” with the description as follows, “Dodging balls and stalking players since 2013.” We are sure that some of you are already familiar with this account as it has been active for around a month now (we’re a little slow on the draw here, okay?). While this account claims to be all in good fun, unfortunately it is not fun for everyone who is associated with the account, whether they ask to be or not. It’s our personal impression that by labelling the ladies of the NCDA as groupies, stalkers, hoes, and most prominently prostitutes, this account belittles our impact and role as athletes and equal players in the NCDA. Continue reading “DePaul Lady Dodgeballers:”