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ESPN2 is filming the Spikeball Summer Series Coed Invitational in Columbia

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If you’ve always wanted to make it on TV, this might just be your shot. This weekend, ESPN2 will be in Columbia to film the Spikeball Summer Series Coed Invitational, which will air in August.

While being a part of the competition isn’t an option, fans are encouraged to attend. The tournament will take place this Sun., June 6 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Segra Park + admission is free. Food and drink will be available for purchase throughout the day + spectators may have the opportunity to make it on camera.

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If you’ve taken a trip to the beach, walked across a college campus, or been to a public park in the last few years, you’ve probably seen spikeball in action. The game includes a circular net and ball.

The object of the game is to hit the ball against the net so that the other team cannot return the hit + traditionally, spikeball is played with 2 teams of 2. Check out a how-to video here + official tournament rules here.

Do you think you have what it takes to compete for yourself? The Spikeball Roundnet Association is hosting a tournament in Rock Hill July 10-11 that’s open to all ages + skill levels. Find out more information + register your team here.

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