Limerick has been selected as the host city for the 2025 European Dodgeball Championships, marking the biggest event in the history of European Dodgeball Championships.
From June 26th to 29th, over 600 athletes from 21 countries will compete in men’s, women’s, and mixed events, showcasing the sports vibrant and growing presence across Europe.
This year’s event, to be held at University of Limerick, is a milestone for the sport, as it will be the first European Dodgeball Championships to include both Cloth and Foam ball formats.
Dodgeball is one of the fastest growing sports in the world at the moment.
As athletes, their entourages, and supporters flock to Limerick for the four-day competition taking up to 2,000 bednights, the championships are expected to generate a significant economic boost of €500,000 for the Shannon region.
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“Limerick being selected as the host for the biggest event in the history of European Dodgeball Championships is a testament to our city’s vibrant sporting culture and our commitment to fostering athletic excellence,” said Cllr Dan McSweeney, Príomh-Chomhairle of Limerick City & County Council.
“We look forward to welcoming the 600 players alongside all of the spectators to Limerick in June. We are excited to witness the skills and sportsmanship on display.”
“University of Limerick is an ideal venue for an international sports tournament, boasting world-class facilities, a vibrant campus, and a strong tradition of hosting major sporting events,” added Tamas Heitzmann of the Irish Dodgeball Association.
“Irish Dodgeball has long aspired to bring an international tournament to Ireland, and that dream is becoming a reality. We are thrilled to welcome our dodgeball friends from across Europe and show them what Irish Dodgeball with UL can achieve.”
Karen Ronan of the Shannon Region Conference & Sports Bureau highlighted the importance of sports tourism to the region:
“Sports tourism brings an economic boost to the region. In partnership with Failte Ireland, we’re delighted to support UL with this bid to attract another European championship to the Shannon area.”
David Ward, University of Limerick added:
“We are delighted to host another prestigious international championship. This is testament to our world-class facilities and Limerick’s growing reputation as a hub for major sporting events.”
Athletes from the following 21 countries will compete in the EFD Championships: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, England, Portugal, Spain, France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany, Czechia, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Italy, Croatia, and Serbia.
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From Tag Rugby to Flag Football, and Quidditch to Dodgeball, the University of Limerick have shown real imagination in going after the fringe championships around sport. You cannot argue with 600 players and their families and supporters coming to the campus and this is one to put in the diary for next year.
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