Treibball competition checklist

A Treibball competition needs more than a field, balls and a start list. Set the rules and classes before opening registration, then use the entries to build the schedule, check dog details and plan officials and volunteers. Venue access, parking, route signs and power are easy to overlook until the event day. This checklist keeps the administrative work, field setup and participant communication in the right order.

The plan, step by step

Every task with its own sub-checklist, in the order you'll actually need them.

Preparations

  • Set the match date

    2 people

  • Reserve competition venue

  • Set competition rules

    2 people

  • Define the competition classes

    2 people

  • Reserve judges

  • Record officiating

  • Record emergency contact

  • Send invitations

    2 people

  • Open the registration form

  • Process registrations

    2 people

  • Collect dietary requirements

  • Check dog details

    2 people

  • Collect entry fees

    2 people

  • Prepare the start list

    2 people

  • Create schedule

    2 people

  • Inform participants

  • Recruit volunteers

    2 people

  • Assign volunteer tasks

    2 people

  • Make a parking plan

  • Prepare route signs

    2 people

  • Print competition forms

  • Print certificates

  • Set out prizes

    2 people

  • Check equipment

    2 people

  • Do the shopping

    2 people

  • Fill coolers

    2 people

  • Prepare snacks

    3 people

  • Assemble competition packs

    3 people

  • Check the weather forecast

  • Inspect the field

    3 people

  • Cordon off the area

    4 people

  • Mark out the competition field

    4 people

  • Lay out Treibballs

    2 people

  • Mark the start and finish areas

    2 people

  • Set up judges' table

    2 people

  • Set up registration desk

    2 people

  • Set up catering

    3 people

  • Refill dog water stations

    2 people

  • Mark parking spaces

    2 people

  • Test sound system

    2 people

  • Give the jury briefing

    3 people

  • Give volunteer briefing

    4 people

Event

  • Receive participants

    4 people

  • Hand out race numbers

    2 people

  • Let dogs acclimate

    3 people

  • Give the opening briefing

    2 people

  • Run the competition round

    6 people

  • Process scores

    2 people

  • Put Treibballs back

    2 people

  • Refill dog water

    2 people

  • Serve drinks

    3 people

  • Refill drinks

    2 people

  • Serve snacks

    3 people

  • Empty trash bins

    2 people

  • Announce finalists

    2 people

  • Lead the final

    6 people

  • Hold the awards ceremony

    4 people

  • See participants off

    3 people

Aftercare

  • Collect treibballs

    3 people

  • Take down the field

    4 people

  • Dismantle furniture

    4 people

  • Wash dishes

    3 people

  • Collect waste

    4 people

  • Clean the grounds

    4 people

  • Carry out a site check

    2 people

  • Return borrowed materials

    2 people

  • Publish results

  • Send thank-you message

What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

  • Party tentsqty 3
  • Foldable tablesqty 8
  • Folding chairsqty 60
  • Judges' table
  • Registration desk
  • High tablesqty 4

Sports equipment

  • Treibballqty 12
  • Spare ballsqty 4
  • Crowd control barriersqty 24
  • Conesqty 40
  • Field marking tapeqty 4
  • Start line matsqty 2
  • Numbered vestsqty 30
  • Bib numbersqty 30
  • Scoreboardsqty 4
  • Stopwatchesqty 4
  • Measuring tapesqty 3
  • Marker bagsqty 10
  • Dog leashesqty 6
  • Water bowls for dogsqty 12
  • Dog waste bag dispensersqty 6

Equipment

  • Sound system
  • Wireless microphonesqty 2
  • Extension cordsqty 6
  • Power stripsqty 4
  • Power banksqty 4
  • Walkie-talkiesqty 6
  • Printer
  • Laptopqty 2
  • Charging cablesqty 8

Tableware

  • Reusable cupsqty 100
  • Coffee cupsqty 50
  • Platesqty 80
  • Cutlery setsqty 80
  • Serving plattersqty 12
  • Pitchersqty 6

Kitchen

  • Coolersqty 6
  • Coffee machinesqty 2
  • Kettlesqty 2
  • Thermos flasksqty 6
  • Cutting boardsqty 4
  • Bread knivesqty 4
  • Serving spoonsqty 8

Lighting

  • LED lampsqty 8
  • String lightsqty 4

Decorations

  • Directional signsqty 10
  • Info boardsqty 6
  • Prize table decorationqty 4

Cleaning

  • Waste binsqty 10
  • Broom setsqty 3
  • Mopsqty 4
  • Bucketsqty 4
  • Hand broomsqty 4

Catering

  • Groceries

Tips

  • Set the competition date and venue before sending invitations. Confirm access times, parking, power and shelter space, then allow enough time for the registration desk, judges’ table and field markings to be set up.
  • Publish the rules and competition classes before opening registration. Give participants a clear closing date for entries, dietary requirements and dog details so the start list is not built from incomplete information.
  • Recruit volunteers as soon as registrations open and assign specific jobs, including registration, timing, scorekeeping, parking and dog-waste support. Give each team a written task and a named contact before the event.
  • Prepare the running order from the final entries, then send the schedule and participant information before competition day. Print spare copies of forms, certificates and start lists in case the printer or laptop is unavailable.
  • Check the field and event equipment at least one week beforehand, including spare balls, cones, field marking tape, stopwatches, measuring tapes, scoreboards, number vests and dog water bowls. Test the sound system, microphones, extension cords and walkie-talkies before loading the car.

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance should I organise a Treibball competition?
Start venue, date, rules and judge arrangements at least 8 to 12 weeks before the competition. Open registration only after the classes, entry information and closing date are confirmed.
When should Treibball competition registration close?
Close registration 7 to 14 days before the event so you can check dog details, collect fees and create the start list. Keep a short buffer for corrections before sending the final schedule.
How many volunteers do I need for a Treibball competition?
Plan for at least 1 volunteer at registration, 1 scorekeeper, 1 timekeeper, 1 field assistant and 1 person for parking or participant support. Add more people when several classes run at the same time or breaks are short.
What equipment should I prepare for a Treibball competition?
Prepare the competition balls plus spare balls, cones, field marking tape, start line mats, numbered vests, bib numbers, scoreboards, stopwatches and measuring tapes. Also pack dog water bowls, waste bags, communication equipment and backup power supplies at least one day before the event.

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