Just about everyone has played dodgeball at some point. It’s a very common activity in physical education classes in the U.S. — usually a favorite activity of the students!
Despite its familiarity, many people are unaware of the history of dodgeball.
Its origins can be traced all the way back back to a Greek game called “ostrakinda,”[1] which involved two teams standing in line and tossing shells in the air to determine which side would chase the other.[2]
Dodgeball is a high-energy and pretty casual sport, so its team names are typically cool or funny.
Our list below features over 60 great dodgeball team names, including some directly inspired by the beloved 2004 movie “Dodgeball.”
If you want to create a dodgeball team name of your own, see our tips beneath the list.
Dive & Hide!
The Dodgefathers[3]
The Unruly Ones
Madcap Maniacs
Patches Posse
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Reckless
Daredevils
Lunatic Legion
Always Picked Last
Preposterous!
Gym Class Heroes[3]
Dodgefathers Force
The Delinquents
By the Ball
Catchers Collective
Wrench Dodgers
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Taking Chances
La Fleur's Force
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Yellow-Bellied Losers
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Nonsensical Nation
Illogical Alliance
Harebrained Hooligans
Average Joe's Gym
“Dodgeball” movie reference
The Game of Throws[4]
Throwbocop[3]
No Life Goals
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Skidmark Society
“Dodgeball” movie reference
The Five Ds
The Pain Patrol
Ball Evaders
Derelict Dodgers
Balls of Fury[3]
Duck & Dive
Laser Blazers
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Psychological Ploys
“Dodgeball” movie reference
True Dodgeballers
Untouchaballs[3]
Deadliest Dodgers
Hurling Hoodlums
Rowdy Ruffians
Team of Thugs
Bruiser Battalion
Underdogs United
Grammar Jamboree
“Dodgeball” movie reference
The Globo Gymers
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Rogue Rascals
Scoundrel Squad
Brute Brigade
Typical Roughnecks
Ball Grabbers
Average Joe's Gentlemen
“Dodgeball” movie reference
The Purple Cobras
“Dodgeball” movie reference
Dodgers & Catchers
The Circle Crew
Rampage Rebels
Artful Dodgers Club
Influential Dodgers
The Dodgers Elite
Lame Duck Desperados
Dodging for Our Lives
Top Prospects Posse
Skillz That Killz
“Dodgeball” movie reference
We BALLieve!
DODGEsaurus Rex
Kamikaze Krew
The Morticians
Last Choice Warriors
How to Create an Awesome Dodgeball Team Name
When creating a dodgeball team name, you can get inspiration from anywhere.
There aren’t any strict rules for your name, so choose a name that shows off your team’s sense of humor, interests, or personalities.
Keep the following tips in mind to help you brainstorm a list of potential names:
- Use a favorite word or quote. If your team has a favorite expression or quote, you may want to incorporate it into your dodgeball team name. You can use single descriptive words or short phrases for your team name. Take input from all of your team members, and get creative!
- Get inspiration from entertainment. Movies, songs, and books are great places to find inspiration for your dodgeball team name. “Dodgeball” isn’t the only movie that can inspire your team! It can be a sports movie, an action movie, or any other type; create name ideas from the characters, title, or scenario. If your team members have a motivational song, choose the title or a lyric for your team name.
- Create an acronym with the names of your team members. To create an acronym with your team members’ names, take the first initial from each person’s name. Next, find a word for each initial to make up the acronym’s phrase. You can choose any random word for each letter or one that specifically describes that member.
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