The Dodgeball Podcast

In this episode, I talk to Kelly Salamone (USADodgeball) on what to expect for the 5th annual San Diego Classic: a grueling 3 ball series, 2 day tournament that is sure to test the limits of both men and women players. Comprised of teams of 3 males and 3 females, the new dynamics introduced make for a great tournament enjoyed by many across the US.

In part two of this series recap, I am joined by Brett Baxter (Crysis) to discuss No-Sting, Kevin Bailey (Dynasty) to discuss Pinch, and Rachel Rodia (Pop That) to discuss Womens (no-sting division). While not a traditional recap, all lend incredible insight to their journeys throughout the three-day competition into the championships. Enjoy!

As the 2019 Elite Dodgeball National Championships recaps continue, part 1 of this two-part series covers the Coed No-Sting (Hello, ft Matt Levine, and Chris Wheeler), Coed 8.5, (Dope, ft Tad Delugo and Ashley Cook) and Open 8.5 (Heat ft Dillon Clark-Oden) divisions, with representatives from each team to share their perspective on how the first two days of the three-day event went down. Enjoy!

In Part 3 of the Recap series, I interview Alexandra (Ale) Bustamante to get her "high level" takeaways and recap of the Women's Division. From hyping up refs, to staying up till 1am setting up courts, Ale is one of the many individuals that helped make the 2019 Elite Dodgeball National Championships succeed. Enjoy! ***Adobe Audition crashed on me, and as a result I lost my mic'd up track. Thankfu...

The 2019 Elite Dodgeball National Championships came and went and with it, hours upon hours of footage, conversations, highlights and nonstop Dodgeball action. Helping kick off the coverage series is Elite Dodgeball Commissioner, Mark Acomb to talk about his experience now that its over.

In this episode, I interview Elite Dodgeball Commissioner Mark Acomb (Syndicate) to discuss this coming Elite Dodgeball National Championship. Mark addresses some controversial questions, talks about what to expect for the 3 Day Labor Day Weekend Tournament, and sets the scene for what’s can easily be considered the nation’s largest Dodgeball Tournament. Enjoy!

In this episode, I get to have a conversation with highly decorated and very accomplished player, Katie Sanchez of Invasion (Tempe, AZ). In addition to getting to know her better (for the audience), we start to unearth the rich Arizona Dodgeball history opening the possibility for a few AZ "OG" Panel episodes to come. Enjoy!

In this episode, I get to know Brody Johnson of Crysis (Open), Fury (Coed), from Sacramento, California. One of Dodgeball's most powerful arms and hilarious personalities, Brody definitely give us our money's worth in this interview. Enjoy!

In this interview, I get to chat with Ashley Cook of Finesse (L.A). Her list of accomplishments run from National Champions (Skyzone, 2018), to World Champions (WDBF, 2018). With accolades ranging from Elite Dodgeball Showdown Winner (2018) to West Regional All-Star (2019), her resume is packed beyond impressive, and, just beginning!

In this minisode, I interview Jacob Leski of the National Collegiate Dodgeball Association to discuss how to form, establish and recruit an NCDA sanctioned chapter at your local university and or college.

In this episode, I get to take a break from all of the recaps and get back into interviewing. Billy Schmitt, standing 6'8" he is one intimidating figure in the Competitive Dodgeball world with a cannon for an arm, and ability to catch a ball anywhere within arms reach. In this interview, I ask more about him and how he came to be where and who he is now.

In this minisode, I have a quick chat with USA Dodgeball President, Jake Mason to go over what to expect for the Team USA Dodgeball Combine that will be taking place the weekend of July 27th. 80 Dodgeball athletes coming from every corner of the US will no doubt make an interesting weekend and lend Team USA with the best chance to take the gold. Enjoy!

In Part 2 of this 2 part Recap, I am joined by Katie Sanchez (Invasion) and Ashley Cook (Finesse) to recap the events that took place during the Elite Dodgeball West Round 3 Tournament on July 13th. Enjoy!

In this episode Joe Defuria (Smash) and returning guest Nick Factoran (LADC) join me to cover what is arguably the toughest region within Elite Dodgeball: West. Enjoy!

In this "mini-sode," I discuss the upcoming Elite Dodgeball West Round 3 Tournament that will take place the weekend of July 13th. Tyler Greer (Heat / Director of Dodgeball Tribune) lends his speculation on what to expect in what will easily be the most competitive tournament of the region this year.

In Part 2 of this two part series, I am joined by Von Kelly (Outsiders), Joseph Chincarini (Wrecking Ballz), and newcomers to the podcast: Eli Moreno (Lonestar), and Devin Parham (Ascension) to wrap up the Elite Dodgeball South Round 3 Open Division tournament that took place June 29th.

In this episode, I am rejoined by Marie Garrigue (WMD), Alicia Ellis (Hand Grenades / Bionic), and Kristy Stephens (WMD) to recap the events of the Elite Dodgeball, South Round 3 Women's Division tournament that took place Saturday, June 29th. Enjoy!

In part 2 of the Elite Dodgeball East Round 3 recap, I am joined by returning guests Amanda Natale (Royale) and Tasha Mabin (Clash) to cover the highlights of the Women’s Division.

In part 1 of the Elite Dodgeball East Round 3 recap, I am joined by Frankie Gianetto (Team Awesome) and Matt Levine (Impact) to discuss the events and highlights of the Open Division.

In this episode, I am rejoined by Rebecca Shappel (Fatality), Mark Trippiedi (Task Force) and newcomers Michael Riley (Notorious) and Grant Herrejon (Windy City Corruption) to recap the Elite Dodgeball North Round 3 tournament that took place on June 22nd. At this point, all teams have ironed out wrinkles and are ready for battle come Nationals.

Going back to our roots with this new installment of the OG Series, this time focusing on the North. Helping me talk about Dodgeball pre Elite era (1999 - 2007ish) is Devin McManus (Kaiju), Kat Takeda (Kaiju) Glen Spejcher (Thieves), Brett Furlong (Task Force), Felix Perrone (Gamecocks). Enjoy!

In part 2 of the Elite Dodgeball South Round 2 recap, I am rejoined by Alicia Ellis (Bionic / Ascension), Kristy Stephens (WMD / Syndicate), returning to the panel, Marie Garrigue (WMD / Outsiders) and two surprise guests to recap the Women and Coed Division. Enjoy!

In this episode, I am joined by returning guests Von Kelly (Outsiders), Joseph Chincarini (Wrecking Ballz), Sergio Leon (Southern Revolver) and Joe Martinez (Outsiders) to discuss the Open Division of the Elite Dodgeball South Round 2 tournament that took place Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy!

In part 2 of the Elite Dodgeball East Round 2 recap series, I am joined by Frankie Gianetto (Team Awesome), Dominick Borgia (Mount Olympus) and Joseph Collela (Anarchy) to discuss the events of the Open Division.

In this episode, I am joined by newcomer Ashley Guevara (Venom) and former guest Jenny Hodge (Royale) to discuss the Women's Division of the Elite Dodgeball East Round 2 tournament that took place on Saturday, May 18th. Enjoy!