Maryland Made hosted its annual dodgeball tournament, organized in collaboration with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) and Under Armour, aimed at fostering community among student-athletes. This year's event drew nearly 100 participants, encouraging camaraderie and cultural representation through international teams. Attendees expressed enthusiasm about the friendly competition, which served as a fitting conclusion to the academic year and SAAC's activities. The partnership with Under Armour added excitement with prizes, including gift cards for the winning team, enhancing athlete engagement and celebration.

By the Numbers
  • Nearly 100 student-athletes participated in the tournament.
  • Winning team members received $100 Under Armour gift cards.
State of Play
  • Event marked the culmination of SAAC鈥檚 efforts to connect student-athletes throughout the year.
  • Introduced a team structure based on international representation, fostering diversity and unity.
What's Next

The successful execution of this year's dodgeball tournament may lead to increased participation in future events along with potential expansion of activities organized by SAAC, targeting further student-athlete engagement and community-building efforts.

Bottom Line

The dodgeball tournament showcased the vibrant culture and unity within Maryland鈥檚 athletic community, reinforcing the importance of connection and collaboration among diverse student-athletes as they approached the end of the academic semester.