SPLASHDIVING International · Press & Media
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Credit: SPLASHDIVING International / Archiv Oliver Hillebrecht
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The format at a glance
Freestyle. Body control. Splash.
SPLASHDIVING combines freestyle diving, different landing positions and the visible splash on entry in a sport and event format. It centres on the athletes, their creativity and the shared visual language of the Jump Chart.
Its founder and developer is Oliver Hillebrecht, referred to as Oliver Schill in older publications. The format developed from a regional competition into world championships, shows, workshops and programmes for pools.
Historical context: SPIEGEL · 2004 · Founder profile · BR
- Origins
- 2003 · Bayreuth
- First championship
- 2004 · Bayreuth
- Brand presence
- Internationally documented from 2007
- Jump Chart
- 13 landing positions
- Founder
- Oliver Hillebrecht
- Publisher
- SPLASHDIVING International
- Production
- Universal Brands
- Updated
- 25.10.2026
Telling the history accurately
Three milestones. One evolution.
Regional origins
The Pecklamann Cup in Bayreuth marks the beginning. Contemporary coverage of the first championship refers to this regional predecessor. SPIEGEL
The first cannonball worlds
Bayreuth hosts the first cannonball world championship. SPIEGEL identifies Oliver Schill as the creator of the championship format. SPIEGEL · 16.08.2004
An international brand presence
A contemporary organiser release documents Splashdiving as an internationally communicated format. This establishes a brand presence, not a legal registration date. Targetwire · 04.06.2007
Sport & formats
One original. Many stages.
Jump Chart
The historical Jump Chart by Oliver Hillebrecht (dated 2007 by the founder) provides the sport’s shared visual language. Today’s overview shows 13 landing positions. It is not a practical jumping guide; training requires suitable, approved facilities and qualified supervision.
Explore the original Jump ChartCompetition, show and first steps
Competitions, shows, workshops and Pool Bombs are planned around the facility and audience. Pools can prepare their own event or request tailored delivery support. The School Lab brings together teaching drafts and links to external resources; it is not a certified teaching method.
Formats for pools and organisersOutlook · Planning as of 25 October 2026
2027. The next chapter.
Anniversary world championship
The target period is June/July 2027. Former championship participants, particularly gold, silver and bronze medallists, are intended to receive personal invitations. An internal shortlist covers 89 possible pools.
The host, specific date, participants and sponsors are not yet confirmed. Selection of a host can be discussed with prospective partners.
Jump-Chart-Tour
The plan targets 200 boards in 200 pools, from 15 May to 10 September 2027. It combines the Jump Chart with a sponsor panel; the advertising partner has not been selected.
These are board placements, not 200 events. Funding, facility permissions and site agreements remain part of the planning process.
Archive images and past media exposure do not establish participation, partnerships or guaranteed reach for 2027. Confirmed event information will be published in the Events section.
Curated originals
Images with a story to tell.
Five selected archive images and the original anniversary logo are available to authorised newsrooms in the protected press package. The Malte Kruse image shown above is included. Contact us for other topics, broadcast material or alternative image formats.
Print files, without invented detail
The JPEGs are tagged at 300 ppi and retain their native pixel dimensions. The stated print sizes are calculated from those dimensions; no images have been upscaled. Captions and file details are included.
Package: 5 JPEGs · 1 PNG logo · DE/EN fact sheets · caption/credit CSV · usage terms. AES-256-encrypted ZIP, approximately 20.8 MB.
Editorial use, clear credits
Released for editorial reporting about SPLASHDIVING under the included terms. Please credit “SPLASHDIVING International / Archiv Oliver Hillebrecht”. Individual photographer names are not separately documented in the supplied collection; contact us before publication if your newsroom requires them.
No advertising, stock or merchandising licence. No misleading composites or AI alterations. Visible third-party trademarks remain with their respective owners.
Access is provided personally following an editorial request. The password unlocks the download page and encrypted ZIP. Extraction requires an AES-compatible archive application such as 7-Zip, Keka or The Unarchiver.
For authorised newsrooms
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Request press access by emailFAQ
For a sound fact check.
Who is Oliver Schill?
Oliver Schill is Oliver Hillebrecht’s former name. Older coverage and archive material use that name. Current enquiries should refer to Oliver Hillebrecht.
Is Bayreuth confirmed for the 2027 championship?
No. June/July 2027 is the target period. The host and specific date are not confirmed. The 89 possible pools form an internal shortlist, not a list of confirmed hosts.
Can historical media figures be quoted as current reach?
No. Figures in historical presentations belong to their stated period and measurement method. They must not be added to current social-media figures or treated as a forecast for 2027. We can assemble specific evidence on request.
Is every website photo free to reuse?
No. Permission relates to the specific image. The curated package has its own editorial usage terms. Please ask separately about other images, advertising, merchandise and moving images.
Can I request footage, interviews or filming?
Yes. Please specify your outlet, topic, desired interviewees, material, usage territory and deadline. Availability, rights, filming conditions and any production costs are agreed individually. A press enquiry is not automatic accreditation.
Is the Jump Chart a practical jumping guide?
No. It illustrates landing positions and provides a shared visual language. It does not replace qualified instruction, supervision or permission at a facility.
Direct to the right person
A question. A direct contact.
Oliver Hillebrecht
Founder & Head of Production
SPLASHDIVING International
Universal Brands
+49.163.4.99.99.48
splashdiving@splashdiving.com
oliver.hillebrecht@universal-brands.de
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