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What if I hit the person, but they stay in? They're cheating then, right? This has happened a few times to me where I hit a player on the opposite team and they don't catch it but still stay in the game.

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Yes, and usually there is an official whose job it is to see and penalize such infractions.

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How do I hit someone who keeps deflecting balls?

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Use the 1,2 technique. Throw one ball up in the air above them and then peg another straight at them.

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How do I dodge in dodgeball?

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Move from left to right and diagonally in order to dodge team mates and projectiles. You could simply stay far away from the opposing team as you are less likely to be targeted and just be aware of your surroundings.

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How do I practice throwing?

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Use a baseball or softball, and throw fastballs with a wind-up as in baseball. Try hitting a target.

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Is it a good idea to have a front line and a back line, where the front throws straight and covers the back row while the back row throws high curved balls at the opponent?

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That is a good idea, yes, but I would put a spin on it. Each time you throw, have the two lines switch places. That way the back line can retrieve balls while the front line throws them.

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Is it a good idea to go for the one-two if it always gets me out?

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If the one-two is not working, mix things up with your technique. Act like you are going to toss the ball in the air, and if they look up, beam them.

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Can I hit an incoming ball with my hands?

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No, that would be an automatic out, however if you have a ball in your hands, you can hit the incoming ball with that.

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Is it a good idea if you have 2 balls to roll one to the other side?

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No. If you have two balls, give one to your teammate.

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What if headshots are allowed?

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It is extremely unlikely this will be permitted, but if it is, just try to avoid any incoming projectiles.

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Are you still out if it hits your foot, and you catch it?

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Yes, it counts. But if you get hit in the face, you are not out.

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Can I bump an incoming ball to another person with my ball in dodgeball?

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You can bounce the ball to your teammate, because it will no longer get them out after it hit your ball, but the same applies to your opponent, and if it hits them, they won't get out either.

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Where should I position myself if the people who are out stand on the back line?

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If you're talking about the opposing team, stand in front of them and block incoming dodge balls with yours (or catch the ball). Do NOT turn your body around to look at them. Turn your head a little and use your eyes and hearing to follow them and make sure they can't catch their teammate's ball. Of course, there are different rules if you're playing doctor, original, shark, or trench dodge ball games. This can be hard if the person is tall or is backed up against the wall.

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What if the ball bounces and I catch it?

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This means the player who threw it at you missed. As long as it touches the ground first, you can pick it up and throw it at them.

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Are tumbling back flip handsprings and aerial cartwheels allowed in dodgeball?

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No, they are not usually allowed, but you could make up your own rules with the other players if you want.

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If a player in dodgeball tries to catch the ball but drops it, are they out?

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Yes, that is an automatic out. If you're close to your teammate and you see they're about to drop the ball, try to catch it!

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How do I get the ball at the start of the game?

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Right when the game begins, run as fast as you can and grab a ball, and then quickly run back so the opposing team can't get you out.

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Is dodgeball kind of like volleyball? If I were hit on my hand, would I be out?

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Dodgeball is only similar to volleyball in that opponents are on opposite sides of a court and a ball is used, so not really. If you are hit on any part of your body, including your hand (unless you catch the ball), you're out.

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What if I throw the ball and it hits the floor before hitting the opponent's leg?

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If that happens, the person is not out because the ball hit the floor first.

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If I am the only one in on my team and the other team outnumbers me, how do I win?

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First thing, try to stay calm, you can still do this. Try to focus on catching balls to get your teammates back into the game. Make sure you are not caught off guard and get hit while your trying to catch a ball!

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