(4.1) Axe Specifications

Reference Diagrams

Parts of an axe

Parts of an axe head

1. Axe Weight Specification

1.1 Weight is defined as the total weight of the axe, including the head and handle.

	Hachet	Big Axe (Felling Axe)
1.2 The minimum weight is:	1.5 lbs 680 g	2.75 lbs 1,247 g
1.3 The maximum weight is:	2.5 lbs 1,134 g	3.75 lbs 1,701 g

2. Axe Handle Specification

2.1 The handle must be made from wood.

2.2 The handle length is measured from the knob (bottom) of the handle to the eye (top) of the axe head (see Measuring the Handle).

2.3 If the handle protrudes from the eye (top) of the axe head, the protruding length is not included in the measurement of the handle length (see Measuring the Handle).

	Hachet	Big Axe (Felling Axe)
2.4 The minimum handle length is:	13" 330 mm	25" 635 mm
2.5 The maximum handle length is:	17" 432 mm	32" 813 mm

Measuring the Handle

Measure the handle from the knob to the eye of the axe head.

3. Axe Head Length Specification

3.1 The head length is measured from the blade to the plane of the butt of the axe head, perpendicular to the handle (see Measuring the Head Length).

3.2 The minimum and maximum head length are required at all points over the blade edge (see Measuring the Head Length).

3.3 If the axe head features any protrusion from the butt of the axe head, the protruding length is not included in the measurement of the head length (see Measuring the Handle).

	Hachet	Big Axe (Felling Axe)
3.4 The minimum head length is:	4.75" 121 mm	5.75" 146 mm
3.5 The maximum head length is:	7" 178 mm	7.5" 191 mm

Measuring the Head Length

Measurements made from the blue arrow to the green area are within the minimum and maximum lengths.

Measure the length between the plane of the butt and the blade edge, perpendicular to the handle.

Protrusions from the butt are not included in the length measurement.

Measure from butt to blade. This measurement is an acceptable length.

Measure from blade to butt. This measurement is an acceptable length

REPEAT THE MEASUREMENT OVER THE WHOLE BLADE EDGE

Measure from butt to blade. All measurements shown here are between the minimum and maximum length.

Measure from blade to butt. All measurements are between the minimum and maximum length.

All measurements shown here are above the maximum length.

All measurements shown here are below the minimum length.

4. Axe Head height Specification

4.1 The head height is measured on the face (side) of the axe head, parallel to the handle (see Measuring the Head Height).

4.2 The minimum and maximum head height are required at all points over the axe head (see Measuring the Head Height).

	Hachet	Big Axe (Felling Axe)
4.3 The minimum head height is:	1.5" 38 mm	2" 51 mm
4.4 The maximum head height is:	4" 102 mm	4.625" 117 mm

Measuring the head height

Measurements made from the blue arrow to the green area are within the minimum and maximum heights.

Measure the height of the axe head parallel to the handle.

Measure from the bottom to the top of the axe head. This measurement is an acceptable height.

Measure from the top to the bottom of the axe head. This measurement is an acceptable height.

REPEAT THE MEASUREMENT OVER THE WHOLE AXE HEAD

Measure from the top to the bottom of the axe head. All measurements shown here are between the minimum and maximum height.

Measure from the bottom to the top of the axe head. All measurements shown here are between the minimum and maximum height.

Both measurements shown here are unacceptable, one is too short, the other too long.

5. Blade Length Specification

5.1 The blade length is measured from the heel to the toe of the blade (see Measuring the Blade Length).

	Hachet	Big Axe (Felling Axe)
5.2 The minimum blade length is:	3" 76 mm	3.5" 89 mm
5.3 The maximum blade length is:	4" 102 mm	4.625" 117 mm

Measuring the blade length

Measurements made from the blue arrow to the green area are within the minimum and maximum lengths.

Measure from the heel to the toe of the axe head.

Measure from the heel to the toe of the axe head. This measurement is an acceptable length.

Measure from the toe to the heel of the axe head. This measurement is an acceptable length.

While this axe head may be an acceptable length and height, the blade measured from toe to heel is too long.

While this axe head may be an acceptable length and height, the blade measured from toe to heel is too short.

6. Attaching the Axe Head to the Handle

6.1 The axe head must be fixed to the handle with an eye-wedge or a pin.

6.2 "Floating" axe heads, where the head is wedged on a tapering handle, and only held on by gravity, are not allowed.

7. Axe Head Silhouette Requirements

Note: The axe head silhouette describes the shape of the axe head as viewed from the side looking at one of the faces.

7.1 The axe must be a single bit blade, meaning it has only one blade edge.

A single bit (single blade edge) is acceptable.

A double bit (two blade edges) is not acceptable.

7.2 No blade or sharpened spike may protrude from the butt (back) of the axe head.

A flat butt is acceptable.

A blade protruding from the butt is not acceptable.

A blunt protrusion from the butt is acceptable.

A spike protruding from the butt is not acceptable.

7.3 The blade must be one smooth, sharpened edge that forms a convex curve or straight line from heel to toe. This is to avoid an unfair reduction in the axe head cross section measured at the plane of the board during gameplay.

7.3a The blade cannot be concave.

7.3b The blade cannot have notches cut out.

7.3c The blade cannot have multiple edges.

A convex blade edge is acceptable.

A straight blade edge is acceptable.

A concave blade edge is not acceptable.

A notch in the axe head away from the blade edge is acceptable.

A notch in the blade edge is not acceptable.

Multiple blade edges is not acceptable.

7.4 The axe head must not have any holes through the faces (sides).

No holes through the faces is acceptable.

Any holes through the faces are not acceptable.

7.5 The path along the top of the axe head from the toe of the blade must curve smoothly back to the handle without any abrupt decreases in the height of the axe head. This is to avoid an unfair reduction in the axe head cross section measured at the plane of the board during gameplay.

A head with no abrupt changes in height is acceptable.

A head with a flat profile from toe to handle is acceptable.

A head with an abrupt decrease in height is not acceptable.

7.6 The path along the bottom of the axe head from the heel of the blade must curve smoothly back to the handle without any abrupt decreases in the height of the axe head. This is to avoid an unfair reduction in the axe head cross section measured at the plane of the board during gameplay.

A head with no abrupt changes in height is acceptable.

A head with a flat profile from heel to handle is acceptable.

A head with an abrupt decrease in height is not acceptable.

7.7 The axe head cannot abruptly decrease down to the minimum height close to the blade, nor in the middle of the axe head. This is to avoid an unfair reduction in the axe head cross section measured at the plane of the board during gameplay.

7.7a The axe head can abruptly decrease down to the minimum height within 1" of the handle.

Shown here, the decrease in height at point A is within 1" from the handle. This is acceptable.

Shown here, the decrease in height at point A is beyond 1" from the handle. This is not acceptable.

Shown here, the decrease in height at point A is well beyond 1" from the handle. This is not acceptable.

7.8 The height of the axe head just before it meets the handle cannot be the largest height measurement along the axe head between the handle and the blade.

Height at A is less than heights at B and C. This is acceptable.

Height at A is greater than at B, but still less than at C. This is acceptable, provided the height at B is greater than the minimum head height.

Height at A is greater than at B and C. This is not acceptable.

8. Axe Modification and Customization

8.1 Some modifications and customizations to the axe head and handle are explicitly allowed, provided the axe dimensions remain within the allowed physical specifications (weight, height, lengths, silhouette, see above):

8.1a Routine blade sharpening;

8.1b Painting the axe head or handle;

8.1c Changing or replacing the handle;

8.1d Adjustments to the grip of the handle. For example: tape, sanding the handle, etc.

8.1e Decorative etching into axe handle, the butt of the axe head, or the face (side) of the axe head, away from the blade edge such that the etching does not interfere with measurement during gameplay;

8.1f Thinning the faces (sides) of the axe head.

8.2 Some modifications and customizations to the axe head and handle are explicitly disallowed, even if the axe dimensions remain within the allowed physical specifications:

8.2a Adding material (welding, gluing, or otherwise) to the axe head that would render its use unsafe or would confer an unfair advantage by affecting the measurement at the plane of the board for gameplay;

8.2b Removing material (drilling, cutting, melting, or otherwise) from axe head that would render its use unsafe or would confer an unfair advantage by affecting the measurement at the plane of the board for gameplay;

8.2c Cutting notches into the blade edge;

8.2d Etching close the blade edge such that the etching interferes with measurement during gameplay;

8.2e Decorations that violate the IATF Code of Conduct.

9. Referee's Final Decision

9.1 The final decision on whether an axe can be used for gameplay will be made by the on-site referees at each competition.

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(4.2) Big Axe Specifications

Big Axe (Felling Axe):

A Big Axe (Felling Axe) has the following requirements. See image 2.2.

1. The axe must be a single bit blade, ie: no blade or sharpened spike may be protruding from the back of the axe head.

2. The axe must weigh between 2.75 and 3.75 pounds of total weight (handle included).

3. The handle must be wood, handle length must be at least 25″ including the handle in the eye of the blade.

4. The axe head must be no longer than 7.5" and no shorter than 6" and must be fixed to the handle of the axe with an eye or pin (ie: no ‘floating’ axe heads where the head itself is wedged on a tapering handle and only held there through gravity.)

5. The axe head must have a minimum height of 2” as measured parallel to the handle.

Image 2.2

1. Head Length

The axe head length must be no greater than 7.5″ and no smaller than 6” at any point from face to butt. The blade of the axe must remain true, with one smooth, sharpened edge that is a consistent length from point to point. For example, no notches cut out, cannot have multiple edges, or have one point set or angled back from the other point See image 2.2.1, 2.2.2, 2.2.3, 2.2.4, 2.2.5 and 2.2.6.

1. The blade cannot be concave, for example, preventing contact of the axe, when a tip of the axe hits the target first. See image 2.2.6.

2. The head of the axe must remain one solid piece from face to the handle. ie no parts added to or removed from the head from its original design. Any manipulation beyond sharpening the blade will be considered heavily modified and illegal. (Standard sharpening practice)

3. The axe head must retreat from the blade back to the handle of the axe in its true form without any sudden or abrupt decreases prior to reaching the handle of the axe The head cannot suddenly decrease from the maximum height down to the minimum height immediately after the blade or in the middle of the head, creating multiple edges. For example, no notches cut out, no bearded axes. See image 2.2.2.

4. The axe head height at the handle cannot be larger than any other point of the axe head from the handle to the blade except, or until the point at which the head meets the handle.

2. Handle Length

The handle length must be at least 25″, including the handle in the eye of the head. The maximum handle length 32”.

3. Head Height

The axe head height, measured parallel to the handle, must be no greater than 4 5/8” and no smaller than 2”.

4. One Solid Piece

The head of the axe must remain one solid piece from face to the handle. ie no parts added to or removed from the head from its original design. Any manipulation beyond sharpening the blade will be considered heavily modified and illegal. (Standard sharpening practice)

5. Head Truth

The axe head must retreat from the blade back to the handle of the axe in its true form without any sudden or abrupt decreases in height prior to reaching the handle of the axe. The head cannot suddenly decrease from the maximum height down to the minimum height immediately after the blade or in the middle of the head. For example: no notches cut out, no bearded axes.

6. Head at the Handle Size

The axe head height at the handle cannot be larger than any other point of the axe head from the handle to the blade except, or until the point at which the head meets the handle.

7. Blade Length

1. The blade of the axe must be no longer than 4 5/8"" and no shorter than 3.5" and must be fixed to the handle of the axe with an eye-wedge or a pin (example: no ‘floating’ axe heads where the head itself is wedged on a tapering handle and only held there through gravity.)

8.Blade Modifications

The blade of the axe must remain true, with one smooth, sharpened edge that is a consistent length from point to point. See image 2.2.1.

1. Blade cannot have notches cut out. See image 2.2.2 and 2.2.3.

2. Blade cannot have multiple edges. See image 2.2.4.

3. Blade cannot have one point set or angled back from the other point. See image 2.2.5.

Concave Blades

The blade cannot be concave, thus preventing contact of the axe, when a tip of the axe hits the target first. See image 2.2.6.

1. Blade cannot have a concave blade, preventing contact of the blade with the target.

2. The Blade cannot have an inconsistent edge that abruptly drops creating multiple edges along the top edge of the axe head.

Image 2.2.1

Image 2.2.2

Image 2.2.3

Image 2.2.4

Image 2.2.5

Image 2.2.6

9. Acceptable Modifications

Acceptable modifications include:

1. Etching into the side of the axe head.

2. Painting the head or handle.

3. Changing the handle.

4. Adjustments to the grip of the handle. For example: tape, sanding the handle, etc.

10. Referee's Final Decision

Axes that have been modified or forged in a fashion beyond what would be considered a traditional axe shape, with the intention to manipulate the rules of the game and go against the spirit of the sport will be disqualified. At any given event, the final call on axe legality will be left in the hands of the on-site referees.

Acceptable Axe Head Examples

Unacceptable Axe Head Examples

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(4.1) Standard Axe (Hatchet) Specifications

Standard Throwing Axe (Hatchet) Requirements

1. The handle must be made from wood;

2. The axe must be a single bit blade, ie: no blade or sharpened spike may be protruding from the back of the axe head.

1. Handle length

The length must be a minimum of 13” long and cannot exceed a maximum of 17” long:

1. This measurement begins from the bottom (butt) of the handle to the top of the axe head. See Image 2.1.2;

2. If any of the handle protrudes from the top of the axe head (eye) it does not count towards the minimum or maximum handle length. See image 2.1.1;

Image 2.1 (2.1.1 & 2.1.2)

2. Weight

The axe must weigh between 1.5 and 2.5 pounds of total weight (handle included).

3. Head Length

The axe head length, measured from blade to butt, must be a minimum of 5". The maximum length is 7".

4. Head Height

The axe head height, measured parallel to the handle, must be a minimum of 1.5". The maximum height is 4”.

5. One Solid Piece

6. Head Truth

The axe head must retreat from the blade back to the handle of the axe in its true form without any sudden or abrupt decreases prior to reaching the handle of the axe. The head cannot suddenly decrease from the maximum height down to the minimum height immediately after the blade or in the middle of the head. For example: no notches cut out, no bearded axes.

7. Head at the Handle Size

The head height at the handle cannot be larger than any other point of the axe head from the handle to the blade except, or until the point at which the head meets the handle.

8. Blade Length

1. The blade of the axe must be no longer than 4" and no shorter than 3” and must be fixed to the handle of the axe with an eye-wedge or a pin (example: no ‘floating’ axe heads where the head itself is wedged on a tapering handle and only held there through gravity.)

9.Blade Modifications

The blade of the axe must remain true, with one smooth, sharpened edge that is a consistent length from point to point. See image 2.2.1.

1. Blade cannot have notches cut out. See image 2.2.2 and 2.2.3.

2. Blade cannot have multiple edges. See image 2.2.4.

3. Blade cannot have one point set or angled back from the other point. See image 2.2.5.

Concave Blades

The blade cannot be concave, thus preventing contact of the axe, when a tip of the axe hits the target first. See image 2.2.6.

1. Blade cannot have a concave blade, preventing contact of the blade with the target.

2. The Blade cannot have an inconsistent edge that abruptly drops creating multiple edges along the top edge of the axe head.

Image 2.2.1

Image 2.2.2

Image 2.2.3

Image 2.2.4

Image 2.2.5

Image 2.2.6

11. Acceptable Modifications

Acceptable modifications include:

1. Etching into the side of the axe head.

2. Painting the head or handle.

3. Changing the handle.

4. Adjustments to the grip of the handle. For example: tape, sanding the handle, etc.

12. Referee's Final Decision

Acceptable Axe Head Examples

Unacceptable Axe Head Examples

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IATC 2023 Dates Announcement

This post contains the dates for stages and events for the International Axe Throwing Championship for the year of 2023, including the return of Axe Prom!

More information and details regarding these events and stages will be released leading up to their respective dates, so stay tuned to the IATF website and social media to keep up to date on everything you need to know when it comes to IATC 2023!

LEAGUE QUALIFICATION PERIOD

The qualification period for IATC 2023 is March 12, 2022 to March 10, 2023.

All IATF Standard and Premier league seasons that complete their playoffs between these dates are eligible for qualification.

REGIONALS

Nine IATF Regional Tournaments will be held on Sunday January 29, 2023.

Host venues and details will be announced once they have been confirmed.

ROUND 1

Round 1 of the International Axe Throwing Championship for 2023 will be held Sunday March 26, 2023 at all participating IATF venues worldwide.

ROUND 2

Round 1 of the International Axe Throwing Championship for 2023 will begin on Saturday June 10, 2023 and then conclude on Sunday June 11, 2023.

Axe Prom

That's right! Axe Prom will be returning next year! We will be holding this iconic (and much missed) party on June 12, 2023 to celebrate our winners and the conclusion of IATC 2023!

Still have questions? Email us at info@iatf.com.

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IATC 2023 QUALIFICATION PATHS

This post describes the paths to qualify for the 2023 International Axe Throwing Championship.

For a more detailed discussion of how these paths have evolved over the past few years please refer to the Rules & Guidelines section 6.4 under “The Road to the IATC” titled “Qualification Paths Discussion”.

The Championship

The International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC) is an annual tournament that brings together great players from around the globe to compete for the Wilson Cup.

The tournament is divided into two Rounds. Round 1 is played at many host venues internationally. The results of Round 1 determine which competitors advance to Round 2 and determine their seeding in Round 2. The format of Round 2 is a seeded double elimination bracket, hosted in Toronto, which takes place over two days in June.

Competing in the IATC

To compete in the IATC, competitors must qualify during the Qualification Period prior to the IATC. The qualification period for IATC 2023 is March 12, 2022 to March 10, 2023.

There are two primary ways to qualify: winning selected tournaments and league performance.

Qualification via Tournaments

The previous year’s IATC Champion qualifies for the next IATC. In addition, they are guaranteed to advance to Round 2, with their seeding determined by their Round 1 results.

Each of the nine IATF Regions hosts a Regional Tournament in January. The winners of these tournaments qualify for the IATC. In addition, they are guaranteed to advance to Round 2, with their seeding determined by their Round 1 results.

Competitors who qualify via tournaments are removed from consideration for qualification via league performance.

Qualification via League Performance

IATF member organizations host qualifying league seasons (see below) throughout the Qualification Period. Any number of competitors may qualify for IATC by participating in an IATF member organization’s leagues. However, each member organization will advance a limited number of competitors to Round 2. Each member organization will have the opportunity to advance at least one competitor. Additional advancing competitors are determined by the organization’s total league participation as a percentage of the total IATF league participation.

In order to qualify, competitors must participate in at least three league seasons at one IATF member organization within the Qualification Period. These league seasons can be Standard rules or Premier rules seasons.

A competitor who finishes in the Top 8, by Champs Points (see below), in a Premier rules season qualifies for IATC. Once a competitor meets this qualification criteria, they are removed from consideration for any other league performance qualification.

A competitor who achieves an average of 70 or better in three non-concurrent seasons, Standard rules or Premier rules, hosted by one organization, qualifies for IATC. Once a competitor meets this qualification criteria, they are removed from consideration for Standard rules league performance qualification.

A competitor who finishes in the Top 4, by Champs Points (see below), in a Standard rules season qualifies for IATC.

All qualifiers via league performance compete in Round 1. The results of Round 1 determine which competitors advance to Round 2 and determine their seeding in Round 2.

What is considered a qualifying league season?

Players are considered for IATC qualification if the league seasons in which they participate meet all the following criteria:

The season is hosted by an IATF member organization in good standing
The season is not designated as Recreational
The season is played using either IATF Standard or IATF Premier rulesets
The round robin consists of matches where each player competes in 28 matches
The season concludes with a double elimination playoff tournament

What are Champs Points?

Champions Points (Champs Points) are awarded to players at the end of every Standard and Premier qualifying league season, based on where they place at the end of round robin play (see the table below) and additional Champs Points are awarded based on playoff performance (see the table below).

Round Robin Rank	Champs Points
1st	16
2ND	15
3RD	14
4TH	13
5TH	12
6TH	11
7TH	10
8TH	9
9TH	8
10TH	7
11TH	6
12TH	5
13TH	4
14TH	3
15TH	2
16TH	1

Playoff Finish Position	Champs Points
1st	8
2ND	4
3RD	2
4TH	1

For a Qualification Path Flowchart click the button below:

QUALIFICATION PATH FLOWCHART

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IATC 2022 Photobooth Pictures

A collection of photos taken at the IATC 2022 photobooth!

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A Celebration of IATC 2022

It was a whirlwind last couple of months planning, preparing for, and executing the International Axe Throwing Championships for 2022, and now it’s time to thank and reflect!

After a long hiatus due to COVID, we’re grateful that we could all get back to the friendly faces, the roar of the crowd, and the thunder of the axes this year in Toronto. If you didn’t make it to IATC this year, you were very missed, it was a homecoming unlike any other. Of course, the vibe was true to what we’ve all come to know and love about the axe-throwing community. It’s been said that there’s no other place in the world where axes and hugs fit so well together. Welcome to the IATF!

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

This year IATC saw some interesting firsts that highlight the growth and power of our sport.

More Women in the Final 32

For the first time in IATF history, there were more women competitors in the 256 throwers at IATC 2022 and in the final 32 on Sunday than ever before! Watch out, these women and more are bringing their skill and passion to the boards, and we couldn’t be more pleased!

Global Finalists

Even with COVID still presenting travel issues around the globe, we still saw participants, spectators and finalists come to Toronto from all over the world this weekend.

The Wilson Cup Goes to the USA

Of course, we can’t forget to mention that for the first time in history, the Wilson Cup belongs to our friends from across the border! Congrats Dave for taking the cup home this year!

IATC ADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT WINNERS

Over the course of four days filled with competition and camaraderie, we had many champions and we’re pleased to officially re-announce the winners of the week's events:

On Thursday and Friday, we hosted the Doubles Tournament, the Under 65 Tournament, and the Close But No Cigar Tournament at various BATL venues across Toronto. We can’t forget to give a big thank you to BATL Axe Throwing for providing the space and support for these tournaments!

THE WINNERS:

DOUBLES: Julio Romero & Rander Marquez
Congratulations Julio and Rander on your win!

UNDER 65: Jon Pelletier
Congrats Jon on your win!

CLOSE BUT NO CIGAR: Kelly Moylan
Congratulations on winning the tournament Kelly!

On Saturday, 4 BATL venues supported the IATC Round 2 tournament which pitted 256 throwers from around the world against each other for the chance to move onto the Finals. The excitement, and sometimes disappointment, was palpable. In the end, 32 players moved onto the final stages at BATL Pickering for the Finals!

IATC TOP 3 AND YOUR CHAMPION

Once again, the best axe throwers in the world took part in the IATF’s Finals matches on Sunday, further narrowing the field until there were only 3 remaining champions: Dave Cycon, Austin Agosti, and Cameron Dubrow! Congratulations!

We want to thank these players both for their dedication, passion for this sport, and the sportsmanlike way they conducted themselves! Here’s how it all turned out:

FIRST PLACE: Dave Cycon
Congratulations Dave, for a well-fought and long-awaited victory!

SECOND PLACE: Austin Agosti
Congratulations Austin! Your battle was epic!

THIRD PLACE: Cameron Dubrow
Congrats Cameron on such an outstanding achievement!

YOUR IATC SPONSORS

One final note is to let you all know that IATC 2022 would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We hope that you will all give them a big thank you with us as well!

Liquid Death
Beyond The Pale
White Claw
Woodhouse Ales
Sandbagger

We know we speak for everyone when we say how grateful we are to have had your support and generosity at this years IATC.

We also owe special thanks to all of the community, whether you attended in person or not because, without you, we would not be here to make these events happen! You’re all champions!

If you’re not already, follow us on Facebook (IATF), Instagram (@Interaxe), and Twitter (@inter_axe), since it won’t be long before we have news on next year’s IATC!

Still have questions? Email us at info@iatf.com.

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IATC 2022 Final 32

Throwers from all over the world came to throw at IATC 2022 and 32 have risen to the top. They’ll go head to head today (Sunday, June 12) at 11 am for their chance to win the IATF Wilson Cup! We had some great throwers come out to compete this year so we are overjoyed to announce the top 32 of everyone who came out to compete.

The final 32 for IATC 2022 are:

A BRACKET

Andrew Blouin
Austin Agosti
Cameron Dubrow
Colin Blyth
Dave Alviso
David Cycon
David Mewett
Jeff Yateman
Julio Rayneri
Kimmy Supnet
Kurtis Adkins
Mark Tishko
Mason Wong
Matthew Kramer
Moira Girard
Nick Kolomyja

B BRACKET

Brandon McClester
Christopher Rios
Cooper Rogers
Ernest Brian Henze Starling
Jason Burrill
John Bradley
Jonathan Morgan
Kyle Fornet
Makita French
Matthew Colavecchia
Michael Kump
Mike Cowle
Rander Marquez
Sam Haldeman
Scott Brown
Simon Arseneault

If you have a Homecoming ticket you can watch the Finals in person at BATL Pickering! We still have tickets available and it includes access to the axe throwing party of the year, Homecoming!

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You can also stream the event from wherever you are on our YouTube channel! No matter where you are today, you can get in on the action at IATC 2022!

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Homecoming Return Buses And Event Updates

Homecoming is tomorrow! We are all getting ready for a day full of Axe throwing Champions and a night celebrating axes with our great community! We want to make sure everyone is prepared and has a fun night at homecoming so here are a few details to ensure things go smoothly for everyone.

BUSES BACK TO TORONTO

Between COVID throwing wrenches in many of the best laid plans, and all the events happening in Toronto this weekend, we have been working very hard to secure buses to help transport players, fans and partiers back into Toronto’s Union Station at the end of a great night!

We’re please to say that with the help of our sponsors, Liquid Death, Woodhouse Ales, Beyond the Pale, Sandbagger, and White Claw, we have secured transportation back from Pickering to Union Station! Make sure you thank them by visiting them on site!

Buses will pick guests up from the BATL Pickering venue to Toronto’s Downtown Union Station at multiple intervals throughout the night. Each bus can accommodate up to 50 passengers, to a maximum of 200 people.

If you plan to take public transportation back to where you’re staying Sunday night, these should help make the trip a little easier.

Buses will depart Pickering at 9 pm, 9:30 pm, 11:00 pm and 11:30 pm sharp. Please plan accordingly.

WEATHER

This whole sport started in backyards and cottages across our countries and as die-hard throwers, some light rain could never stop our throwing. In the same spirit, the IATC event and party will happen rain or shine!

For spectators who cannot find space inside the venue we have you ‘covered’ as well! The outdoor lot has large tents and canopy’s setup for protection and comfort! And, the event will be LIVE-STREAMED on the many TV’s setup under those very tents to make sure you don’t miss a second of the competition.

Luckily the forecast only calls for some showers through the day on Sunday, but we do suggest you pack and dress according to the weather and your comfort.

To check the weather for the Pickering area on Sunday, check the link below:

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BAGS

You are permitted to bring bags and backpacks to the Homecoming Party. You may want to pack an extra pair of socks, etc. in case you get wet.

DOGS

We’re happy to run a pet friendly event so please feel free to bring your dog’s to Homecoming if you would like, but they must remain in the outdoor areas and be on a leash at all times.

Of course, as a responsible pet owner you are responsible for their behavior, their safety and their mess. Please be sure to bring waste bags, and bowls for your furry friends. We do have free water on site and we’re more than happy to share with your pups.

TICKETS

Make sure to have your ticket ready for when you arrive at the event! Tickets will be still be available all the way up to the start of the event, so if you haven’t got yours and decided you want to attend, grabs yours here:

GET TICKETS

GET DIRECTIONS

We unfortunately cannot accept CASH for tickets at the door, so please be prepared.

ENTRANCE TO THE VENUE FOR PLAYERS and SPECTATORS

The 32 players who have progressed to this final championship must enter through the BATL Pickering front entrance to get checked in and ready to throw!

All other spectators and homecoming ticket holders must proceed around the back to the gated lot to enter.

WELCOME TO HOMECOMING 2022

We’re beyond excited to join you for a great day and night of drinks, fun, axe throwing, party games, ice cream and so much more! It has been a great weekend of competition so far, and we can’t wait to get together and celebrate the finals with all of you.

Still have questions? Email us at info@iatf.com.

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Homecoming Event Details

Sunday, June 12th, 2022

10AM Registration - 11AM Start - 12AM End

BATL Pickering, 813 Brock Road, Unit 11, Pickering, ON

GET TICKETS

Homecoming tickets are only $50 and cover the whole day! That includes all day Finals spectating, and a whole evening of partying with the champions!

This year is an outdoor / indoor event is going to be the perfect way to celebrate this years Grand Champions! Come join us!

INCREASED TOURNAMENT VIEWING

The Live-Feed will start on the main arena right at 11am and run for the duration of the Sunday Finals tournament. In addition to indoor, our Backyard will include:

Three viewing tents equipped with four 75” screens and a 90” screen
Additional screens located at the bars, sop you don’t miss a second of the action
All directly connected to the live-broadcast team (to avoid any connection delays)

GAMES & RECREATION

A Photo Station available for 8 hours for any and all combinations of IATF family portraits
Gladiator Style Joust (stay tuned to how our partners will take this to the next level by offering prize incentives to best your fellow IATF)
Giant Connect 4
Giant Jenga
Corn-Hole
Ladder Toss

FOOD & DRINK

In addition to the inside bar there will be 2 larger bars to make sure you don’t have to wait too long to get back to watching the action
Cherry St BBQ will have a rotating menu to provide you with a variety of food all day (that will include vegetarian and vegan options)
We have an Ice Cream Truck, Santa of Summer, scheduled to come at least twice, but will stay as long as we need (and yes, they will be playing that tune we all know and love)
Vendors from our community and surrounding area
Water will be available at no cost

HOMECOMING PARTY

A live DJ and dancing throughout the event
Limited run of IATF Merchandise
An outdoor restroom trailer that is described as ‘elegant’, ‘the top’, ‘ the largest’ and with ‘finishes are in shades of grey and black with funky mirrors, LED pot lights and Corian counter tops’

Still have questions? Email us at info@iatf.com.

GET TICKETS

GET DIRECTIONS

VIEW RULEBOOK PAGE