WORCESTERSHIRE Virtue Empire are bringing a dodgeball championships to Worcester for the first time.

The event is open to anyone from beginners to experts and will be during half-term on Wednesday, May 29, at the Royal Grammar School Worcester.

Teams are asked to arrive at 7pm with the final match due to finish at around 9.30pm.

“Half-term weeks can be boring for families and young people who are looking for something new to try,” said Brian Williams, founder of Worcestershire Dodgeball Club.

“We want to engage the community and get them to take part in a fun team sport with their friends and family.

"You only need a team of four people and it’s £15 to enter. Players must be aged 12 minimum to enter.”

Anyone interested can call Williams on 07935 747401, email virtuedodgeball@outlook.com or visit VirtueDodgeball on Facebook.