Aztecs Dodge Their Way to World Record

It's official! Aztec Nights dodgeball game is a Guinness record-holder.

By Amy Schiller
Monday, January 25, 2010
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A student on the red team taunts his black team rivals.

Months ago, they dodged, ducked, dived, dipped and dodged some more—and now SDSU is the proud owner of the world's record for the largest game of dodgeball!

Last week, SDSU Associated Students received official confirmation of the new Guinness World Record, along with a certificate of accomplishment.

The world record was set by 450 SDSU students participating in a dodgeball game on Sept. 5, 2009, in the Aztec Recreation Center gym as part of the university’s Aztec Nights late-night programming.

Although the achievement does not automatically guarantee an entry in the annual Guinness Book of World Records, all new records are considered for inclusion in future publications and products.The 450 SDSU students that participated in the record attempt now join a select club of Guinness World record holders.

Getting it right

To prove that the SDSU attempt was valid, several systems were set in place to provide evidence, such as the numbered bib worn by all participants who each signed an official roster. In addition, the entire event was videotaped and numerous photos were taken of the activities.

Three independent adjucators were also brought in; these were required witnesses not associated with San Diego State University.

About Associated Students Aztec Recreation

Each year, Associated Students Aztec Recreation introduces thousands of students and non-students to a world of healthy possibilities. The campus is active in a rich variety of dynamic programs that bring fun, friends and fitness together. Whether it's competitive sports, outdoor adventures or drop-in fitness, AS Aztec Recreation has something for everybody. The activities offered engage participants to develop skills that complement a student’s active way of life.

The mission of A.S. Aztec Recreation is to enhance the quality of life and educational experience of the SDSU community by providing outstanding facilities, programs and services. The facilities include:

  • the Aztec Recreation Center (ARC)
  • Racquetball and wallyball in Peterson Gym
  • Mission Bay Aquatic Center
  • Aztec Center Bowling & Games
  • Aztec Aquaplex
The 73,000 square foot ARC is the No. 1 student recreation center (total hours of operation) in the country and the only one in the nation that is open 24 hours per day. SDSU students know that few collegiate recreation centers offer the variety of equipment found inside the ARC—SDSU’s on-campus, state-of-the-art fitness and recreation center featuring weight training, group fitness, indoor climbing, cardio machines and four full-size gymnasiums.
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