The Second Annual Octocat Dodgeball Invitational is almost here
We’re less than two weeks away from our second annual Octocat Dodgeball Invitational. Last year we raised $57,000 for charities around the world and did some real good in the…
We’re less than two weeks away from our second annual Octocat Dodgeball Invitational. Last year we raised $57,000 for charities around the world and did some real good in the universe. Well, we also threw a lot of balls at other companies, too.
We even whipped up a special commemorative 2011 memorial video presentation to get you pumped up for this year’s dodgefest:
Dodgeball is nothing without you and your team, though! Sign up today, donate, and join us in battle on November 11th at the SoMa Recreation Center. We’ll be playing for four amazing local charities: 826 Valencia, Streetside Stories, SF Public Libraries, and Second Harvest Food Bank.
Winners will join Heroku on the magnificent OctoTrophy:

Dodging balls ain’t your thing? Still want to join in on the fun? We’ll be streaming all the action live to the big screens at Jillian’s. Watch the elimination rounds and tournament finals while enjoying a
Space is limited at Jillian’s, so please register today.
Remember: code is cool and all, but it won’t stop a dodgeball. Yet.
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