Dodge Safe #13: Neck Stretches
Have you ever been hit in the head by a dodgeball unexpectedly? While reffing? While sitting on a bench? Or walking off the court? Perhaps while talking to a friend …
Dodge Safe #12: The “Core” to a Stronger Throw
One of the keys to possessing a fast and powerful throw is to have rotator cuff strength; the other key is to have adequate core strength. Everyone’s probably heard of …
Dodge Safe #11: Can’t quite put my finger on it –
Part 2
Warning: Graphic images ahead In a previous post, the topic of finger sprains was discussed. As it is quite a common injury, many VDL players tape their fingers for protection …
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Dodge Safe #10: Protect Your Knees!
The gamesmanship of dodgeball has evolved over the past several seasons. In both upper and lower tiers, players are looking to make the big catch rather than throwing or dodging. …
Dodge Safe #9: You Are What You Eat
Disclaimer: I am NOT a nutritionist. I have only taken a few sports nutrition classes in my Bachelor and Master programs. The purpose of this post is to provide some …
Dodge Safe #8: Elbow Pain
Elbow Pain There are a few reasons why your elbow may be hurting after a night of dodgeball. Throwing sports, like dodgeball, cause a common elbow injury call medial epicondylalgia. …
Dodge Safe #7: Rotator Cuff Injuries
Dodgeball is predominantly a throwing sport. Naturally and unfortunately, shoulder injuries tend to occur. Rotator cuff injuries are one of the most common shoulder injuries caused by throwing. Them Rotator …
Dodge Safe #5: Headshots and Concussions
Headshots or throws to the head can hurt: your face, your pride, or both. Over the past several seasons, our diligent VDL execs have been trying to reduce the number …