The sport already has a world champion with Hungarian roots – as member of the English National Dodgeball team, Tamas Ward will have a good shot at claiming the title of European Champion as well next week.
* Can you give us a bit of a background of your Dodgeball playing career? When did you start playing dodgeball?
– I started playing dodgeball back in 2011 whilst at college and have been playing ever since. First for Reepham Raiders, later for Bedford Bulls and presently for Bedford Rangers.
* What inspired you to start playing dodgeball?
– I enjoyed playing it throughout school and with a lot of my friends playing for Reepham.
* Do you remember your first time on the court?
– Yep! Love the atmosphere even if I spent most of my time in the outbox!
* Your most beautiful moment in your career?
– Winning the World Cup with England back in 2016!
* Best event you played at?
– World Cup in Manchester 2016!
* How many times do you play a week?
– Two or three times a week including tournaments at the weekend.
* Any predictions for England at the European Championship European Dodgeball Federation ? Can England win all three categories like at Euro19?
– We have the strength and depth to go all the way again. So England winning all three of course!
* How do you think the other nations will go at the European Championship? Any nation you’d like to single out for being a favourite for success on this stage?
– Austria are always very strong and focused and will be fierce competitors. Other home nations such as Scotland and Northern Ireland will also pose a threat.
* Which nation is your favorite opponent?
– I always enjoy playing Scotland being such a rival we always have a good game against them.
* Any tips you can lend to hungarian dodgeball players?
– Also playing as much dodgeball as possible throughout.
Thank you Tamas and good luck!
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