WATL Certified Judges are held to the highest standard in understanding and implementing our rules when overseeing sanctioned events such as leagues, tournaments, qualifiers, and more. Certified Judges allow venues to organize and run these sanctioned events to the highest standards and best practices. Certified by WATL Up-to-date with the latest rules & changes Able to officially run WATL sanctioned Leagues Have the ability to help in WATL sanctioned Tournaments, including the World Axe Throwing Championship Have a deep understanding of the rules for: Standard (Hatchet) Big Axe Duals Can conduct Qualifying Throws (Open & Closed) for Major and Televised Tournaments Able to renew or up-date the Certified Judge standing in future years when rule changes occur Serve as a substitute that may assist other venues in hosting Leagues or Tournaments **This test is valid for 2025 only. To take the 2026 League and/or Judge Certification test, please click here.
