AXE THROWING

1. Can I register for more than one sport?
Where possible, you are welcome to compete in as many sports as you like. However, please keep in mind some sports may overlap in schedule. We DO NOT recommend registering for sports with overlapping schedules. Register for your primary sports and disciplines, then once the final schedule is released in May, you can register for additional sports as the schedule allows. 

2.  How will each throw be scored?
All scoring is based on touch scoring where the valid scoring area of an axe makes contact with the surface of the board. Axes only need to make contact with the scoring area on one side of the blade; scoring area is not required on both sides of the axe blade.

3.  What are the rules and regulations for the tournament?
WPFG2025 rules will be provided to all participants. For a more detailed version of the game that will be played at the WPFG2025, download the throwers guide at throwcoda.com.

4.  Is equipment provided, or should I bring my own axe?
It is recommended that you practice with and bring your own throwing axe to the competition. However, some axes will be available if you were unable to bring your axe for any reason.

5.  Am I allowed to travel via airplane with a throwing axe?
Yes. Domestic flights within the U.S. allow for axes and tools to be brought on the plane in CHECKED baggage. Check your international carrier for regulations traveling from outside the U.S.

6.  Can I throw any axe?
Feel free to bring your own axe. Your throwing axe, however, will have to meet the criteria outlined in the throwers guide which can be found at throwcoda.com.

7.  Will my axe be checked prior to the competition?
Yes. Tournament officials will check the length and weight of your throwing axe prior to the competition. 

8.  What do I wear?
The only clothing requirement that is required to throw are closed toed shoes. 

9.  What type of wood makes up the targets?
Cottonwood or Poplar are the most popular target boards in competitive axe throwing tournaments because they are a soft, cross meshed wood.

10.  What skill levels are allowed to participate?
All skill levels are welcome to register and participate.

11.  What are the safety guidelines for participants and spectators?
Safety guidelines are outlined in the throwers guide at throwcoda.com. Spectators are more than welcome to root on the favorite athlete, but will be positioned at least 10 feet behind the throwers. 

12.  What is the format of the matches? 
WPFG2025 will host a Best of 5, Double Elimination formatted Tournament. 

13.  Can I combine with other agencies to form a team?
Competitors from police and fire agencies may combine to form Doubles and/or Teams, regardless of agency size or service WITHIN A COUNTRY. Retired competitors may combine to form Doubles or Teams in any manner they wish with other eligible competitors whether Police or Fire. This includes across country lines or whether any other member of the Doubles or Team is actively employed or retired.

This sport is not sanctioned with a national or international entity. It is only governed by the WPFGF.