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Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story!
In this episode of the Shellda Podcast, Mike Bianca opens up in a way he hasn’t before.
Mike reflects on his time as head coach of San Diego Dynasty, the pressure that comes with leading one of the most iconic teams in paintball, and the lessons he learned after being let go.
This isn’t about drama or finger-pointing. It’s about accountability, leadership, identity, and growth.
We talk about what it’s really like coaching at the highest level, how imposter syndrome shows up when you reach the top, and why sometimes doing your best still isn’t enough. Mike also shares how this experience reshaped his approach to leadership and how he’s applying those lessons as he steps into his next chapter with the Atlanta Jungle Cats.
This conversation goes far beyond paintball. It’s about pressure, self-reflection, and learning how to move forward when a chapter closes.
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Text Shellda a quick review and he might post it on his IG story!
In this episode of the Shellda Podcast, Mike Bianca opens up in a way he hasn’t before.
Mike reflects on his time as head coach of San Diego Dynasty, the pressure that comes with leading one of the most iconic teams in paintball, and the lessons he learned after being let go.
This isn’t about drama or finger-pointing. It’s about accountability, leadership, identity, and growth.
We talk about what it’s really like coaching at the highest level, how imposter syndrome shows up when you reach the top, and why sometimes doing your best still isn’t enough. Mike also shares how this experience reshaped his approach to leadership and how he’s applying those lessons as he steps into his next chapter with the Atlanta Jungle Cats.
This conversation goes far beyond paintball. It’s about pressure, self-reflection, and learning how to move forward when a chapter closes.
--
Join Shellda's exclusive discord and see the podcast early:
https://www.patreon.com/c/shelldaphotos/membership
Shop BFPGear here:
https://www.blackfridaypaintball.com
Want 10% off on ProDNA gear?
https://infamouspaintball.com/SHELLDAPHOTOS
Grab Shellda's Book here:
https://a.co/d/bG1hU8e
Support the show

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