In this episode of the Planet Paintball Podcast, Hunter Patterson and Chris discuss Chris's journey into paintball, his role as a general manager at a paintball field, and the initiatives taken to promote youth involvement in the sport. They delve into the challenges of team development, the impact of tragedy on competition, and the importance of leadership and training within a paintball organization. The conversation highlights the significance of community building and networking in the paintball world, as well as the experiences from their first event of the season and future plans for the team.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Chris and the Coop

01:30 Chris's Journey into Paintball

03:29 Managing a Paintball Field

06:34 Youth Paintball League Initiatives

09:20 The Development of the Coup Team

12:39 Overcoming Tragedy and Team Resilience

17:22 Season Highlights and Achievements

20:20 Leadership and Team Dynamics

31:01 Team Dynamics and Business Mindset

32:00 Training Partnerships and Community Engagement

33:48 Building Relationships in Paintball

35:52 Networking and Opportunities

37:44 Event Experiences and League Developments

40:14 Youth Development and Leadership

40:57 Life Lessons from Paintball

43:20 Performance and Training Strategies

46:45 Future Goals and Organizational Growth

50:59 Local Sponsorships and Community Support

56:34 Introduction to Planet Paintball Podcast

57:04 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagements

Takeaways

Chris started playing paintball in high school and got hooked after joining the military.

He is the general manager at Jacksonville Paintball and Airsoft Park.

The youth paintball league was initiated to encourage young players to get involved in competitive paintball.

Team development can be challenging, especially in a military town with frequent relocations.

Overcoming personal tragedy can strengthen team bonds and focus during competitions.

The 2024 season has been filled with ups and downs, but the team has shown resilience.

Leadership within the team is shared, with open communication and trust among members.

Training focuses on critiques and improving skills, especially under pressure.

Building relationships within the paintball community is essential for growth and support.

Future plans include participating in national events and continuing to develop youth players.

Keywords

paintball, youth league, team dynamics, competition, community, training, leadership, paintball field management, paintball podcast, paintball journey