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GWN Dragon Boat and Oddball Workshop Announce Expanded Partnership for Major League Dragon Boat and Mercer County Festival

Toronto, ON / Mercer County, NJ – [release date] – GWN Dragon Boat is proud to announce the continued and expanded partnership with Oddball Workshop, naming Oddball as the Official and Exclusive Technical Clothing Partner of the Major League Dragon Boat (MLDB) Series, and new for this season, the Title Sponsor of the Oddball Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival for the 2026–2028 seasons.

Oddball returns as a key partner of MLDB, North America’s only professional dragon boat event series, which will feature nine major international festivals across Canada and the United States starting in April through to October in 2026. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to growing the sport, supporting athletes, and strengthening local communities through paddling.

The highlight of the partnership is the Oddball Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival, taking place Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Mercer County Park. Now in its 19th year, the festival attracts close to 70 teams and more than 2,000 paddlers from across the northeastern United States, racing in multiple divisions and bringing thousands of spectators to experience the excitement of dragon boat racing up close.

“After four successful years of partnership with Oddball Workshop and our MLDB Series, Oddball is stepping up their sponsorship for the next three years as the official title sponsor of the Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival,” said Michael Fulton, President of GWN Dragon Boat. “GWN is proud to work with Oddball to give back to the community by establishing a $1,000 annual grant program to support youth and collegiate paddlers each year.”

At Oddball Workshop, we’ve always believed that performance apparel should do more than look good — it should represent identity, pride, and the competitive spirit of the athletes who wear it. Our expanded partnership with GWN and Major League Dragon Boat reflects our long-term commitment to the sport and the community behind it. Being named Title Sponsor of the Mercer County Festival is an important milestone for us, not just as a brand, but as supporters of the growth of dragon boat across North America. We’re excited to continue innovating alongside athletes and investing in the future of the sport.”
— Kai, Founder, Oddball Workshop

Media attending the Oddball Mercer County Dragon Boat Festival will have access to dynamic visuals including colorful dragon boats, high-energy racing, finish-line moments, and opportunities to interview athletes, organizers, and volunteers.  For event details and registration, visit www.gwndragonboat.com.

ABOUT GWN DRAGON BOAT
GWN Dragon Boat (www.gwndragonboat.com) is North America’s largest full-service dragon boat event production company. GWN is contracted to provide varying levels of service to over 30 annual festivals in Canada and the United States and is the creator and owner of the only dragon boat event series in North America, Major League Dragon Boat. Since its inception in 1993, GWN has produced over 450 festivals and continues to lead the development of the sport across local communities.

ABOUT ODDBALL WORKSHOP

Premier provider of technical apparel, specializing in bespoke custom paddle sport apparel for teams and clubs at every level of competition. Founded in 2008, Oddball was built on a simple yet powerful vision: to create high-quality sports apparel that reflects the identity, performance, and competitive spirit of the teams and communities it serves. The company delivers premium products with exceptional finishing and industry-leading turnaround times. Backed by a fully integrated in-house design and production team, Oddball is recognized for its creative approach, advanced technical performance fabrics, and innovative apparel solutions engineered specifically for athletes. Today, the company continues to evolve, strengthening its position as a specialized manufacturer of performance-driven sportswear, with innovation and collaboration at the core of its growth, including projects with leading programs and institutions. Oddball is also proud to be recognized as a leader in the Dragon Boat jersey market in North America as more teams join the Oddball community each year.

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