Birmingham Hosts World Dodgeball Cup in 2028

0:00Birmingham is set to host the World Dodge Ball Association World Cup in summer 2028 at the Crossplex. This marks the first indoor events since 2022 in Cairo, Egypt. The City Council recently approved $50,000 in funding, paving the way for this major sports gathering. Earlier this week, the Budget Committee fast-tracked the agreement, highlighting Birmingham's push to become a top global sports hub. The City already hosted the 2022 World Games and has the 2025 World Police and Fire Games coming up, building a strong, track record for international events. Local leaders from the Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau played a key role starting talks with Dodge Ball officials a couple of years. Back. They pointed to the City Sports Resume as a big reason the Manchester-based group chose Birmingham. Those expect around $2 million in economic impact and 2,000 hotel room nights from visiting athletes and fans. The competition will feature elite players from dozens of countries in the intense cloth

1:03ball format, drawing serious competitors in Dodge Ball. Enthusiasm alike. It's a high-stakes showcase that goes way beyond playground games. In the meantime, you can get in on the action locally with events like the USA Dodge Ball premier tour in Hoover this June, or join leagues such as Hot Mess Dodge Ball starting in early May. Birmingham's Dodge Ball scene keeps growing, leading right up to that world stage in 2028. That's the story for today. Birmingham News Today, Driven by AI.