WATL

Bit requirement: axes may have only one sharp bit. No sharpened bits, spikes, or blades are allowed on the poll.

Hatchet and Big Axe are contested by individuals. Hatchet Duals is contested by teams of two.

A dropped axe scores 0 points. In Hatchet, a drop awards one additional Killshot, except on throw 10; Big Axe and Duals have no extra Killshot for drops.

Hatchet and Hatchet Duals: 12 ft from the target. (Section B.3, Fault Lines); Big Axe: 15 ft from the target. (Section B.3, Fault Lines)

Hatchet: 10 throws per game. (Section B.4); Big Axe: 7 throws per game. (Section D); Hatchet Duals: 5 throws, with two axes thrown simultaneously. (Section E)

Maximum weight: 3 lb (1.36 kg). (Section A.1); Maximum length: 19 in (48.26 cm), measured from the top of the eye. (Section A.1); Maximum bit width: 4 in (10.16 cm). (Section A.1)

Leagues and regional events: 1 judge per 16 competitors. (Section A.2); National tournaments: 1 judge per lane. (Section A.2); Certified judges may not score their own games. (Section A.2)

Killshots must be called before throwing. Each hatchet game allows 2 Killshot calls.

Bit requirement: axes may have only one sharp bit. No sharpened bits, spikes, or blades are allowed on the poll.

A WATL lane must meet these minimums: (Section A.5)