April marked the annual Volleypong World Championships at ideas*. Volleypong is a game inspired by a traditional Brown Family game and has been evolved by the ideas* employees. A cross between volleyball and table tennis, this emerging and exciting competition pushes the limits of international sporting performance. It acts as a great stress relief and team building sport for all the ideas* employees. This year’s 2009 championships were won by Green Team (Don, Mike and Boris). See below for the 2008 highlights:In its 2nd year of competition, the championship has been expanded from 3 to 4 teams. This is a reflection of the games ever increasing following around the world, with star players announced from countries including Eritrea, Germany, Finland, New Zealand, England, Ireland and Armenia – just to name a few.The four competing teams are;GreenDon McClure (Captain – Ireland)Michael Percy (New Zealand)Boris Epple (Germany)BlueRick Stefanutti (Captain – Australia)Paula Simon (Finland)Vahagn Khachatryan (Armenia)RedDavid Gemmell (Captain – Australia)Simon Tesfamariam (Eritrea)Kenneth Galbraith (Scotland)YellowLuke Giuliani (Captain – Australia)Jonathon Wilson (Australia)Will Grant (Australia) Basic Volleypong Rules Minimum 2 players per side (no max) Maximum of 3 hits per team per rally (and 1 hit per player) The ball may bounce on the ground once during each rally The ball only dies if it hits the ground or table twice. Games are first to 11, however you must win by 3 points If the ball comes to rest on any roof, it results in a loss of point The ball must travel in a forwards direction when it crosses the net Player’s feet must be behind the line of the net when the final shot is played Shirtfronts allowed (within 5 metres of ball) Sledging is not only permitted, but encouraged