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It takes a lot of guts and character to be a leader in any sport. Even in paintball, where there is minimal physical contact and it can be played by everybody from all walks of life, there are certain qualities needed to be a leader of a paintball team. First, he has to achieve that certain level of respect; the kind where other paintball players, some of them close friends, are willing to follow his orders. This is a feat to achieve since not everyone can bear to take orders from just anyone. He should be a master strategist. In this case, flexibility is a must since he must make the initial battle plan suitable for any kind of battlefield. He must also be courageous, the type of player that will never hesitate to go into the frontline, even if he is protected by his men. He must be a well-liked character, someone who has the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all types of people. What are the attributes that a paintball commander should have? 1. Experience and quick-wit: Experience is one thing that is not gained easily: it takes a lot of time and patience to achieve the kind of experience suitable for a leader. 2. Physical fitness: He must be able to get into the thick of things, and to be able to get into any areas that his men can go. Mobility is a necessity for a paintball commander 3. Respected aura Respect is needed to convince all of the members of a team to follow whatever orders that are needed, dispensed, and carried out. No team player will follow someone he does not like and/or respect. 4. Ability and willingness to communicate A commander talks with authority and conviction – he can make people listen and take action. A paintball commander must be able to put aside his personal performance for a while to analyze the performance of his team. He should survive almost every battle. He should be able to dissect and identify the flaws of his team and the battle plan whenever things go wrong and have the “smarts” to come up with a better plan the next time around. Like all other participation sports, a paintball leader must be able to inspire other people to perform the best they can. Once this is done, the whole team, not only the paintball commander, will achieve victory.

There are a growing number of paintball players in the America alone; the number has increased to more than 10 million according to a recent survey taken by the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association in 2005. The National Xball League was developed in 2003 and many people became interested. The interest spread to other countries when the NXL celebrity games were televised. Doctors began noticing the game too and started studying its effects on a person’s health. Dr. Brian Jacobs, a sports medicine expert from South Bend, Indiana commented in an interview that paintball is a source of cardiovascular exercise and is really good for the heart. He tried to play the game twice and observe how injuries were acquired and the trauma it could cause to a paintball player. Codes were developed to categorize the injuries caused by the paintball game such as: E922.5 which is an accidental injury caused by a paintball gun; E985.7, a paintball gun injury which was inflicted on purpose or by accident; and E955.7, is a self-inflicted paintball gun injury. Regardless of the previous observations, the paintball game provides aerobic benefits and creates a workout option for people who are not always physically active. Some doctors advise patients to try the basics of the game because of its health effects. According to the American College of Sports Medicine rules, the paintball game provides substantial benefits to the body. This observation was based on a study that was conducted by Tara Kammel, a fitness expert from Maplewood, Minnesota, who attached heart monitors to fifteen paintball players. During the paintball game, players reached the maximum level of adrenaline as the heart rate surged up to 69 – 74 per cent and a CO2max level of 57 to 65 per cent. It might at times be dangerous to play paintball, but if the players follow their physicians’ advice then everyone can enjoy the game. Play the game where there are safety rules to follow and first aid is available. Do not play without protective gear for the eyes and neck. Wear loose fitting clothes for flexibility. Get in shape with exercise and eat a balanced diet when preparing to play the game. If the game is played for sport, it is a sure way of keeping physically active. It does not only contribute to the physical well being but to a player’s emotional and intellectual abilities as well. One recent finding by American researchers says that paintball decreased violence since it is a way to release tension. Hey workaholics! There’s a new sport in town.

Paintball is an extreme game that is gaining in popularity. Though the inventors of this game did it for fun, it has evolved into the third most popular game in the world. For those who want to play, there are rules to be followed. The first is having the proper gear which will protect the person from paint balls. Guns should be checked before being used in the matches because the maximum velocity allowed is only 300 feet per second. Anything above that can cause serious injury to the players. As a precaution, barrel plugs should be used to avoid any misfiring incidents for the safety of the gun owner and the people who are present during the event. Protective equipment must be worn at all times inside the playing field. This consists of a face mask, gloves, and pads for the chest, knees and elbows. When hit, the player must stand up with both hands in the air to inform everyone that he has been eliminated. If the person is not sure of being hit, then ask the referee and he will confirm or deny the hit. The facemask may fog due to sweat, paint or dirt. When this happens, the player should inform the referee so that he can be escorted away from the field before returning to the game. In case the facemask falls off, the same rule applies. During such instances, the opposing team is not allowed to fire at that person. Paintball is a sport where a player can only be eliminated by shooting the other person. Should a player wipe the paint off and continue playing the game but is caught by the referee, that player is automatically ejected from the game. This is a form of cheating that is never tolerated. Players are not allowed to curse or hit the other players. This game is about fun and anyone caught will also be taken out of the game. There is another way of taking out the opposing player and that is by asking the person to surrender. Should the player show any form of hostile action, then you have no choice but to shoot the opponent. Rules are made to protect the participants in the game. By knowing the basic rules and checking how the game is played, everyone will have fun and enjoy a good game.

The game of paintball is currently raging around the world. There are vast numbers of individuals who play this game. Sometimes the game is for fun, and sometimes for building team playing abilities, and there are still others where paintball is a way of planning tactical strategy. For all of these people the most important item needed is that of the paintball gun. The best way to find your gun would be at a paintball guns sale. There are many places that can sell you a decent paintball gun. With so many types of paintball guns sale centers are not that hard to find. There are retailers that can help you to choose the best type of gun that is suitable for your abilities and game playing level. The other wonderful thing about paintball is that it can now be found in many different countries. Therefore you are sure to be able to find some paintball guns sale outlets will be able to provide you with the other accessories you will require. These items that you will need are basically, a face mask, hopper, squeegee and others such necessary items. You can also find interesting upgrades for your paintball guns sale of these items seems to be on the rise as many people want their guns to work even better than they are. The many popular versions of the paintball guns that you will find are Spyder, Kingman and Tippmann. Some of the wonderful supplies that you can get at a paintball guns sale could include paintball grenades, grenade launchers, paintball pistols which are great when you need a backup paintball gun. You can find various options like automatic fire control paintball guns at these paintball guns sale centers. Other than paintball guns you are sure to find a number of face masks and squeegees that you could use. There are also military style vests that you can wear over your team’s outfit. With all of these options you should be able to stock up on all of the items that are needed for paintball. Of course paintball guns sale outlets are not a place to take the kids as these “toys” are definitely ones that can cause injury if they are not used properly. Therefore when you decide to buy any of these paintball guns make sure that you have a place to store them without any problems occurring. Other than this concern you are sure to have a great time going through all of the items that you will find at a paintball guns sale of these items. And you can be sure that with your new toys your paintball game will improve and you’re sure to have more fun as well.

Professional paintball players agree that other than pure luck, having properly executed paintball tactics and strategies are essential in winning the game. But if you are a newbie to in the sport paintball, here are some general paintball tactics that may come useful. Shooting Tactics The most frequently used technique in hitting the opponent is to pepper your opponent with shots while advancing steadily to your opponent’s position. With this technique you will “pin” your opponent. This technique will eventually encourage your opponent to hide behind their cover allowing you to go for a closer kill. Cover Tactics Covering is the most important part in the game paintball. Covering is one of the defensive paintball tactics. Every structure in the paintball field is used for covering (tree, bunker bags, etc.). Standing while under cover is the most mobile and the most silent way of sneaking to your opponent. However, standing has the least coverage or visual suppression. It also increases your risk of being hit. Kneeling crouch has low mobility but is excellent for covering because it gives the player good amount of physical coverage and at the same time stability. The prone position cover is when the player lies on his or her stomach. This position makes the player less visible but also makes the player least mobile. Flanking Tactics Flanking on the opponent is one of the most important paintball tactics because this kind of paintball tactics can easily be applied to almost all firefight situations. Flanking an opponent or opposing team can also lead to the breakdown of the flanking team’s assault if the opposing team counters the flanking attack. It is important to carefully plan and execute a flanking assault. Suppression Tactics A suppression tactic is not a designed to eliminate the opposing team. Rather these types of paintball tactics are used to distract the opposing team so that they would not notice your team’s advancements or flanking tactics. It takes a lot of skills in order for the suppression tactics to succeed. Paintball players must have good control in their fire. Suppression teams usually consist of two to four players. The function of the suppressing players is to harass the opponent’s position so that the enemy would fail to notice the invading team’s assault. Once the invading team is in position the suppressing team will then move forward to support the invading team. Invading Tactics Once the invading players or team is in the planned position, their goal is to eliminate various targets as many as they can, or capture the flag (usually will depend on what type of paintball game they are playing). One thing is for sure, once you fire your paintball marker, your opponent will know your location. The only way for you to do is to make as much damage to the opponent as much as possible.

Paintball masks are the most important safety equipment for paintball players. They act as protection for the eyes from the harmful chemicals that are contained in paintballs. Since the eyes are the most sensitive parts of the face, they must be protected when playing paintball. If you are serious about getting on the paintball field, then you must start by getting a paintball mask of your own. Paintball masks can be bought in many sports shops that carry paintball supplies. These supplies are available in different price ranges and some brands are less expensive that others. Players can check to find the less expensive paintball masks which are on the market. If a paintball player wants a less expensive mask he may want to check the VForce Vantage paintball mask whose price ranges from $25 to $40. A player can enjoy savings with this brand and the durability is not sacrificed. Aside from being inexpensive, they are easy to clean and can be comfortable. Or you may want to consider the Proto Switch El. This mask has been proven to offer comfort as well as a better field of vision. However, a difficulty with the Proto Switch El masks is that they may be bulky and are sometimes “itchy”. But even with these disadvantages, the mask is able to compete in the market at a low price of $25. There is also the VForce Armor, which is sold for as little as $35. Some shops may even offer it at a lower price. The mask has proper ventilation and is free from fog and ensures that the users get the protection they need. However, some people who have tested the product have found that the pads are hard which makes them uncomfortable when playing paintball. If a player is seeking a price and style, he may consider buying the JT USA Elite Headshield. This mask has unique features that are unlike other masks. It covers both the front and back of the head and is priced at $30. The lens were proven to have wider range of vision, however, the lens only come as singles. Before buying a mask research the different brands and prices that are available. Also consult with your friends and other paintball players to determine what brands they recommend. Many inexpensive masks can be purchased but you should still consider the quality, comfort and safety of these masks and make the right decision regardless of the price.

Paintball is a war game and like in real war, you are never alone. You have your friends fighting beside you and with the same spirit – wanting to win as much as you do. Paintball is a tactical game. You have to know your team’s strengths and weaknesses. As a rule, it is best to use your team’s strength to win rather than trying to cover up your weaknesses. This does not mean that you will not care about your weaknesses: if you are disadvantaged because of it, then you have other days to learn how to change it. What really matters now is how to prevent the other team from exploiting your weakness and making it a turning point in your battle. Paintball also requires your team to have a battle plan. Who will be the designated shooter (sniper)? Who will charge and start all the action for your team? These are just two of the different positions and strategies that your team will have to determine so that your team can win. Paintball is designed to bring out the creative side in people. You have to make sure that your battle plan allows for a contingency plan for when mistakes happen. You are never really sure how your opponent will react when you stage a certain part of your plan. The sign of a great “general” is knowing the different plans that your opponent will make to counteract every thing you do. A general should not be rattled when every plan he has made has failed. He should be able to devise new plan in the middle of the fight. Paintball also requires your team to be flexible. Just because you are not a designated hitter does not mean that you cannot do that to your opponents. Your team should understand each others job and make sure that when one of your teammates falls, there are others who can carry on the job he was doing. Paintball requires good communication between teammates. You should have your own signs and you should learn to bond with your teammates so that you will know what he wants by just a look of the eye or nod of the head. Paintball is also not just about winning as a team, it is also about experiencing losing as a team and experiencing all of the hardships of playing and surviving as a team. It is in learning as a group and bonding as brothers.