They say to dream big, but Bavan Singh took it to a whole new level. After being inspired by a dream he had one night, Singh developed the game of Raiderball, a thrilling combination of American football/rugby, soccer, basketball, and the ancient Indian sport of Kabaddi. And now, the North American Raiderball Association (NARBA) is created as the official Raiderball League in the U.S!
It all started when Singh dreamed about a game that involved the aspects of many well-known sports, and the popular Harry Potter-based sport Quidditch (Not sure what he was drinking that night). Anyone could just label it a whacky, drunken dream and clear it out of their mind the following morning- but it stuck by him. The next day, he got straight to work jotting down his ideas for this new sport, and within a few weeks & the help of friends, Raiderball was born. The game is fast-paced and strategic, with raiders having just 30 seconds to get a ball past the defenders and into the Raidzone, where they must toss it into a circular hoop to score. But with the Raidkiller (a goalie with extra responsibilities) waiting to take down any raider who enters their Raidzone, it's no easy feat. The game requires strategizing a game plan with the team, speed needed to get through the many obstacles within the allocated time, and the strength required to take on the Raidkiller.
Community First & Paving the Way with Military Roots
Why is Raiderball being hailed as the people’s game? Singh and his team are dedicated to making Raiderball a sport that resonates deeply with military troops and veterans, drawing inspiration from Singh’s own military service. Recognizing the values of teamwork, resilience, and community ingrained in military culture, Singh aims to create a sport that celebrates these virtues while giving back. Secondly, Raiderball is being established strictly as a non-profit, with plans for future teams to be owned by their communities, and any profits reinvested into local charities and programs. This innovative approach represents a refreshing shift in the sports world, with a vision to expand Raiderball into military bases and communities across North America, making it truly a sport for the American people.
Video explanation on the Raiderball gameplay and penalties, regulated by NARBA.
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