Ineligible Player Meaning in Dodgeball

An ineligible player is someone who cannot legally participate in the current game. This status often applies to players who were already eliminated in that round. A player stands on the sideline after being hit by an opponent’s ball. This person cannot reach onto the court to interfere with any live balls. Ineligible players must wait for a teammate to catch a ball to return. Some leagues also use this term for players who are not on the roster. Playing with an ineligible person can lead to a forfeit for the entire team. Keeping track of who is active is the job of the head official.