World Axe Throwing League

Sanctioned WATL Tournaments are tiered as Nationals, Regionals, or Locals. Recreational and Amateur Hatchet competitors may register in either Open Hatchet or Amateur Hatchet, but not both at the same tournament. Circuit Points are awarded…

Your shot at the World Championship! For those who are new to the sport, Qualifying Throws are a set of mock, solo player games, thrown under the supervision of a Certified Judge. Qualifying Throws give…

Back by popular demand, the World Axe & Knife Throwing Leagues present the US Open, September 11-14th, 2025 at Ox Indoor Axe Throwing in scenic Billings, Montana! What is the US Open? The US Open…

We’re excited to announce that beginning in 2026, the Amateur Championship will officially be part of the World Axe Throwing Championship (WAKTC) weekend every April! Merging the Amateur Championship with WAKTC on the same weekend…

2025 League Dates We’re excited to share the 2025 league schedule! To provide more flexibility for venues that may face severe weather or unexpected delays, we’ve extended each season to span 9-10 weeks. Additionally, there…

Thank you to all the competitors and supporters who came to Atlanta and participated in the 2024 Amateur Championship. It was an incredible event that brought together new players and seasoned veterans under one roof,…

MAJOR UPDATE! We’re excited to announce significant enhancements to our Circuit Point (CP) tracking system, aimed at improving the experience for our competitors. After extensive review and development, we have decided that managing and tracking…

WATL is thrilled to announce our “new” jersey provider, Sublime Wear USA! This collaboration brings with it a myriad of advantages for our affiliates and players alike.  “Sublime Wear USA specializes in creating custom vibrant…

We are extremely excited to announce a multi-year partnership for three upcoming WATC events. Next year will see WATC head, once again, to Appleton, Wisconsin on April 3-6, 2025. (We will release hotel blocks/rates closer…

Dear Axe Throwing Community, As the commissioner of the World Axe Throwing League (WATL), it is my duty to ensure the integrity and fairness of our organization for the benefit of our affiliates, throwers, and…