General Announcement
UPDATES TO THE QUALIFYING PATH FOR WATKC
Over the past several seasons, our tournament committee has been evaluating how competitors qualify for the World Axe & Knife Throwing Championship, and areas of growth for that system. A consistent theme in community feedback has been the desire for a clearer, more transparent path to earning bids, along with defined benchmarks that competitors can […]
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General Announcement
2nd Round WAKTC IX Bid Winners
Qualifying Throws for WAKTC IX have been reviewed, and we’re ready to present the winners! These competitors worked hard, submitting videos of their very best attempts. Between the highs and lows of those marathon style throws, they have earned their spot at the World Axe Throwing Championship. We thank both the winners, and the others […]
General Announcement
Qualifying Throws for WAKTC IX
One last chance to earn a bid to the World Axe & Knife Throwing Championships in 2026! Is your bid status up in the air? Are you waiting on a chance to earn a trickle bid? Take control of your WAKTC eligibility yourself now, by submitting Qualifying Throws! Anyone, as long as they have completed […]
Open Qualifiers
WAKTC IX Official Bids Announcement
Throughout 2025, competitors from all over the world have been fighting for their shot at a World Championship title. Whether it’s for Pro Hatchet, Big Axe, Hatchet Duals, or the newly added Am Championship, teams and individuals alike have spent their blood, sweat, and tears for a chance to qualify for WAKTC IX. Alongside the […]
General Announcement
Introducing: WATL Community Venues
Bringing Axe Throwing to Your Community A Community Model (CM) venue is designed for areas without access to an affiliated venue that hosts official leagues. CMs enable local community members to organize and run official leagues, bridging the gap in areas where league access is limited. Our commitment is to make the sport more accessible, […]
Tournaments
2024 Amateur Championship Winners
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, showcasing the best aspects of this community. The tournament featured an exciting group stage format for the first two days, […]
Rules
2024 Rules Survey Results
The World Axe Throwing League (WATL) recently conducted a comprehensive survey to gather invaluable feedback from our community of throwers. We want to thank everyone who took the time to complete the feedback survey. Your input is valuable to us and it’s important to us to share that feedback with the axe throwing community. We […]
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General Announcement
World Axe Throwing Championship VII and Annual Award Winners – 2023
The 7th World Axe Throwing Championship in Tulsa, Oklahoma is officially wrapped! Congratulations to everyone who was there to make it as special as it was, especially the winners. It was a weekend showcasing the very best of the best, in all disciplines, and as for the champions, they truly earned their spots in this […]
Tournaments
World Axe Throwing Championships head to Tulsa, OK
The best axe and knife throwers in the world will compete this Spring in Tulsa, Oklahoma for a piece of the $60,000 prize pool and a chance to compete on ESPN! We are extremely excited to announce that WAKTC (World Axe and Knife Throwing Championships) will be taking place in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the WeStreet […]
Awards
World Axe Throwing Championship IX and Annual Award Winners – 2025
The 9th World Axe Throwing Championship in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is officially wrapped! Congratulations to the winners and a huge thank you to everyone who attended, it was a truly special event. It was a weekend showcasing the very best of the best in all disciplines, and the champions truly earned their spots in this sport’s […]
Awards
2026 Craftsmen Awards
Cast your vote in the 5th Annual Craftsman Awards and help recognize the skill, creativity, and craftsmanship of our Certified Makers! These awards are all about highlighting the talent and dedication of our craftsmen while recognizing the top creators who truly embody the spirit of innovation and artistry, with winners selected through a combination of […]
General Announcement
Results from the Snowdown Throwdown 2026 National Tournament
It’s an exciting time for the World Axe Throwing League (WATL) and World Knife Throwing League (WKTL) as we wrap up the first national tournament of the year. The Snowdown Throwdown VI, held at Litchfield County Axe House in Thomaston, CT. This event, running from March 1 to 7, 2026, brought together top competitors from […]
General Announcement
2026 Nationals Tournament Format
Our goals at WATL are to continuously improve the competitive experience, both in leagues and tournaments alike. One of the biggest struggles with committing to recreation these days, is the justification to commit time and resources to it. Axe & Knife throwing are definitely not exception. With the initiative to utilize the 2026 National tournaments […]
General Announcement
Hatchet Division Change Approvals for 2026
Going into 2026, some Hatchet division change approvals will follow a consistent, data-driven process based on Pro Hatchet qualifications. Though Am to Pro nor Pro to Am division changes will still not be mandated by WATL for the 2026 competitive year, this process will be used to determine Pro-Am division change requests and to formally […]
General Announcement
World Axe Throwing League 2025 Wrapped
The World Axe Throwing League (WATL) had an incredible year in 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the growth of competitive axe throwing. From the number of tournaments to significant strides in both participation and skill, this year truly showcased the exciting direction our league is headed in. Here’s a breakdown of the standout achievements […]
General Announcement
2026 Judge Certification Program
We’ve overhauled the Judge Certification program for 2026 to make it clearer, more manageable, and better suited to supporting judges at every level. Whether you’re just starting your axe throwing career, a seasoned judge who has volunteered at major tournaments, or someone aiming to become a Head Judge, these updates are designed to provide the […]
General Announcement
2026 WATL Rules Updates
As WATL continues to evolve, our focus remains on creating a rulebook that’s clear, fair, and true to the spirit of competition. Now, in the final season of 2025, we’ve seen a community that’s confident and proud of where the sport stands today. We’re happy to announce that as promised, there are no major gameplay […]
Tournaments
The 2026 WATL and WKTL Tournament Circuit
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 in all WATL disciplines based on discipline participation, and Local Tournaments must meet minimum participation requirements to qualify for Circuit […]
General Announcement
2025 Season 3 Pro League
Pro League status is awarded to the top 128 throwers (by total season score) on the Pro leaderboard each season. To earn a bid to the World Axe Throwing Championship (WATC), throwers must achieve Pro League status twice in the same competition year. Leagues earning Pro status do not need to be consecutive to earn […]
General Announcement
Thank You, Sarah Sed – WATL Leadership Update
After years of exceptional leadership and dedication, Sarah Sed will be transitioning out of her role with the World Axe Throwing League (WATL). Sarah has been active in WATL since its inception as one of WATL’s founding venue owners and has continued to serve as a member of the WATL council until her appointment as […]
General Announcement
2025 Season 2 Pro League
Pro League status is awarded to the top 128 throwers (by total season score) on the Pro leaderboard each season. To earn a bid to the World Axe Throwing Championship (WATC), throwers must achieve Pro League status twice in the same competition year. Leagues earning Pro status do not need to be consecutive to earn […]
General Announcement
WAKTC Qualifying Throws Are Back
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 throwers across the world a final chance to earn their place at the World Axe & Knife Throwing Championship (WAKTC). […]
General Announcement
Flex League Season 2 Wrap-Up + Season 3 Registration Now Open!
The first-ever season of the WATL Flex League is officially complete! With throwers from across the world participating on their schedule, this new WATL league format brought out the best in competitors, while proving that axe throwing can fit into anyone’s lifestyle. Not bad for a debut season. Whether it was a lunchtime throw, a […]
Tournaments
THE US OPEN IS BACK!
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 was historically WATL’s 2nd largest tournament from 2018-2022 with direct bids to the World Axe & Knife Throwing Championships. Originating […]