Tournament paintball, or speedball as some call it, is one of the most fast-paced and exhilarating sports out there. Tournament ball is played on a small field filled with man-made obstacles, also called bunkers, that can be used to roll or stand behind while advancing up the field towards opponents. Speedball is usually played with teams that are then set up to play in tournaments, thus the name "tournament paintball." To play this sport competitors must be agile and have quick reflexes as well as good hand-eye coordination. Players will be running, ducking, rolling and diving all while firing off hundreds of paintballs. It's a mark-or-be-marked sport, great for adrenaline junkies. If given the chance, a casual player is in danger of becoming a competitor in no time.
To play tournament paintball players need a few items. First off, a quality paintball gun is needed. This will become a player's best friend so it must be chosen carefully. There are required modes of fire for tournament paintball guns and it is necessary to make sure the paintball marker that is purchased qualifies with tournament rules. If the player is not planning on becoming overly serious about tournament play an entry level setup will work just fine.
On the other hand, if a player wants to become a real competitor they may want to check out the available marker selection in a store, online or try out one from a friend. Get a feel for the paintball markers. See what fits. Talk to some other players to see what is on the market and who is buying what and why. In tournament sports it is important to be in the know about the equipment and what is going on in the sport. Not only is it a fast-moving sport on the field, but markers are continually being upgraded. Competitors don't need to follow every fad, but it is a good idea to keep paintball gear up to date.
The next step is to practice. There are lots of drills online that can be used at home to hone the players competitive skills. Practice is important. Here are some examples of practice maneuvers. These need to become second nature to the player in order for them to become a tournament-caliber player:.
Snap shooting Quickly emerging from behind a bunker and firing off one or more shots before ducking behind the bunker again.
Playing as a team This is seriously a team sport. A team will lose if they do not trust and rely on their teammates.
Running while shooting This may seem obvious, but it is harder than it looks. A player must become very adept at firing while running.
Exercise Being in good physical condition is a must for this sport. Players will be moving constantly, as well as carrying gear. Cardio training is important. Time to hit the gym.
If a player is looking to become a serious tournament competitor, they need to become good enough to catch some team's eye or good enough to start their own team and compete well with the other tournament teams.
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