Crossville, TN – Residents across Cumberland County will have a chance to throw, dodge, and compete for a cause when the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office hosts its annual Dodgeball Tournament fundraiser later this month.
According to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, the event will take place Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. inside Cumberland County High School, with doors opening at 8:00 a.m. The tournament brings together civilians and first responders in a head-to-head competition designed to raise money for local youth and safety initiatives.
Organizers say teams should include five to seven players, with participants ages 15 and older eligible to play. The team entry fee is $100, and space is limited.
The Sheriff’s Office says proceeds from the fundraiser will directly support programs such as Teen Driver Safety, the Sheriff’s Youth Academy, school-based outreach, and other community programs aimed at keeping children safe and supported throughout Cumberland County.
Registration packets can be picked up at the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, located at 90 Justice Center Drive in Crossville, or requested digitally by emailing Investigator Sarah Smith at ssmith@ccsheriffs.org. Officials say completed applications must be turned in by Wednesday, January 7, at 3:00 p.m.
“Every throw, dodge, and laugh directly fuels the programs that keep our kids safer, stronger, and more supported,” the Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
The tournament is open to the public, and spectators are encouraged to attend and cheer on their favorite teams. Officials also noted that a Sheriff’s Office competing team will be announced closer to the event date.
Residents with questions are encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office directly at (931) 484-6176.
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