Welcome to Ken Barrett's journey through the world of paintball! Join us as we explore his evolution from the early days of competitive spirit to becoming a pivotal figure in team dynamics and coaching. Discover Ken's experiences with teams like Greenville Growl and Dark Carnival, his transition to X-Ball, and the founding of XSF. We also dive into his time playing pro for Trauma, the challenges of team commitment, and his insights into successful team management and navigating the paintball business landscape. Don't miss out on exclusive discussions from the Planet Paintball Podcast and Ken's closing thoughts on the future of the sport!

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Ken Barrett and His Journey in Paintball
02:47 Early Days and Competitive Spirit in Paintball
05:30 Transitioning to Serious Competition and Team Dynamics
07:52 Building Teams and Coaching in Paintball
10:14 The Role of Family and Coaching Responsibilities
12:58 Recent Experiences with Greenville Growl and Team Chemistry
15:34 The Evolution of Dark Carnival and Competitive Ambitions
18:08 Joining Gridlock and the Challenges of Team Commitment
20:26 The Shift to X-Ball and New Opportunities
23:11 The Formation of XSF and Its Impact on Ken's Career
25:49 Navigating Financial Challenges and Team Changes
28:13 Joining Trauma and the Legacy of Team Relationships
30:40 Transitioning Between Paintball Formats
32:28 Revamping Team Dynamics at Greenville Growl
35:10 Building a Competitive Team Culture
38:51 Challenges in the Semi-Pro Division
41:02 Future Plans for Tin Man
43:23 Keys to Successful Team Management
54:39 Navigating the Paintball Business Landscape
58:52 Introduction to Planet Paintball Podcast
59:22 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagements