Guest: Chelsea Brooks | Pro4mance Edge Sports & Performance Mental CoachingTonight on The Coaches Show, we’re joined by Chelsea Brooks, a dedicated sports psychologist and performance coach from Pro4mance Edge. Chelsea has made it her mission to help athletes unlock their full potential through personalized mental performance training—and she's currently working with Seattle Uprising in the NXL to give them a true competitive edge.Before diving into Chelsea’s inspiring journey and her approach to mental coaching, we’ll break down some of the latest Pro league moves and talk about the upcoming ESPN paintball special that’s got everyone talking.Whether you're a player, coach, or fan, this episode is packed with insights into how mindset can be the game-changer your team needs.🕖 LIVE Tonight at 7PM CDT📺 Watch on Major League Paintball’s YouTube ChannelGet Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/ BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/ Pro4mance Edge: https://pro4medge.com/Sign up for the Lone Star Open: https://pbleagues.com/event/8927Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shop

This week on The Coaches Show, we’re breaking down the biggest stories in tournament paintball from both sides of the Atlantic!🔥 First up, we take you inside the NXL Europe event at CPPS in England — who impressed, what it means for international competition, and how the Euro scene is evolving.📺 Then, we shift gears to the LIVE ESPN broadcast — a historic moment for the sport. We’ll talk about what went right, what could be better, and what this means for paintball’s future in the mainstream spotlight.🇺🇸 Finally, we dive into the NXL Lone Star Open Pro Brackets — analyzing the matchups, who’s got the toughest draw, and our early predictions for who comes out on top in Texas.Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan of the game, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. Let’s get into it!

🎙️ The Coaches Show – Episode 77 | NXL Midwest Open: The Good, The Bad & The UglyThis week on The Coaches Show, we’re breaking down all the action from the 2025 NXL Midwest Open — and we’re not holding anything back.Join Coach Mike Bianca of San Diego Dynasty and Coach Ryan Gray of Red Legion, along with legendary coach Rich Telford, as we give you an unfiltered look at one of the most talked-about events of the season.We’ll dive into:🔥 The 3v3 Thursday format — Did it work? Should it stay?📐 The field layout — who adjusted well and who struggled?🚨 The Semi-Pro division — standout teams and rising stars👑 The WNXL — which squads made the biggest statement🤬 The Pro Division — the good, the bad, and the downright uglyWhether you're a die-hard tournament player or just love the strategy behind top-tier paintball, this is the breakdown you’ve been waiting for.📺 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real talk from the minds shaping the game.Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/ BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/ Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shop

🎙️ The Coaches Show – Episode 76 (LIVE)Tonight we’re getting you ready for the 2025 NXL Midwest Open with two of the most respected minds in paintball — Coach Shane Pestana and Coach Kevin Bredthauer!We’ll break down:🔹 The Pro Division team pools — who has the toughest path?🔹 WNXL matchups and what to watch🔹 The Semi-Pro pools and dark horse threats🔹 Our Top 10 Pro picks for Sunday bracket play🔹 And who we think will win the Semi-Pro divisionIf you’re heading to the event or just love high-level paintball talk, this is the episode you can’t miss.💬 Drop your picks in the live chat!📍 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a breakdown.Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/ BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/ Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shop

Episode 75 – Turning Rec Players into Tournament Killers w/ Mike McGowan of Prime PaintballIn this episode of The Coaches Show, we’re joined by Mike McGowan, owner of Prime Paintball in Alabama, to dive deep into one of the most important transitions in the game—helping recreational players make the leap into competitive tournament paintball.Mike brings years of grassroots experience to the table as we break down:

• How to identify and guide promising rec players toward competition
• What foundational skills every new tournament player needs to master
• The importance of field awareness, communication, and technical drills
• How fields and coaches can create smoother pathways into the sport

Whether you’re a field owner, a coach, or a player trying to grow your local scene, this episode is packed with insight and real-world strategies.🎯 Hit subscribe and don’t miss this valuable conversation!Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shop

🎙 The Coaches Show Podcast – Episode 74We’re back with a legendary lineup for Episode 74, and this one’s a must-watch for paintball fans of all eras! 💥🏆 Todd Adamson – A true icon of the game and Chicago Aftershock veteran – joins us after his team’s massive win at the ICPL Maryland event. Todd breaks down the event, the mindset of winning OG-style, and how Aftershock is still a dominant force in mechanical paintball.🌟 Ryan Greenspan – One of the greatest to ever play the game – stops by to give us a breakdown of X-Ball vs. Old School 10-man. What are the key differences? What can today’s players learn from the roots of the sport?🌄 Seth Johnson, the owner of Vendetta Paintball, joins the show to talk about the upcoming event at his stunning field in Utah. He gives us a sneak peek at what’s planned, who’s coming, and why this is a can’t-miss event.We go LIVE at 7PM CST, so set your reminder, jump in the comments, and be part of the conversation with some of the sport’s most respected voices.👇 Drop your questions and thoughts in the chat!Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.#TheCoachesShowPodcast #ToddAdamson #ChicagoAftershock #RyanGreenspan #SanDiegoDynasty #VendettaPaintball #ICPL #PaintballPodcast #XBall #10Man #OldSchoolPaintball #PaintballCommunityCincinnati Coaches Clinic: https://form.jotform.com/243226457169058Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shopSign Up for NXL Cincinnati: https://pbleagues.com/cgi-bin/registe...

🎙️ The Coaches Show | Episode 73 – Featuring Tom Cole, President of Major League PaintballIn this special episode, we’re joined by Tom Cole, the President of Major League Paintball, for an in-depth conversation on the future of the sport and some huge developments coming soon.🟡 Topics Covered:📺 A game-changing TV deal that could elevate paintball to new heights🧪 Insights into a bold test format and what it means for the league📊 The current status of Major League Paintball and where things are headed❓ Live Q&A – Tom answers your questions from the chat in real-time!Whether you’re a seasoned coach, competitive player, or passionate fan, this episode is packed with exclusive info you won’t hear anywhere else.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all things paintball and coaching.👇 Drop your questions or thoughts in the comments – we read them all!#TheCoachesShow #TomCole #MajorLeaguePaintball #MLPB #PaintballNews #ProPaintball #PaintballPodcast #PaintballTV #PaintballCoaching #Episode72Cincinnati Coaches Clinic: https://form.jotform.com/243226457169058Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shopSign Up for NXL Cincinnati: https://pbleagues.com/cgi-bin/registe...

Episode 72: From 22nd to Dominant – Coach Noel Tran & Preferred Mob’s Mercy Rule RampageIn this episode of The Coaches Show, we sit down with Coach Noel Tran of Preferred Mob, fresh off one of the most commanding performances in recent memory at the 2025 NXL Atlantic City Open—where his team won every single match by mercy rule.After finishing 22nd at Event 1, Preferred Mob showed up to Event 2 with a fire and focus that left the competition stunned. What changed? How did they flip the script so dramatically?Coach Tran walks us through the mindset shift, the adjustments behind the scenes, and the on-field execution that led to one of the most dominant weekends in recent NXL history. From preparation to game-day decisions, we break down the full story behind this incredible bounce-back performance.🎧 Whether you're a coach, player, or fan of the game, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.Cincinnati Coaches Clinic: https://form.jotform.com/243226457169058Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shopSign Up for NXL Cincinnati: https://pbleagues.com/cgi-bin/registe...

Episode 71: Three-Peat Glory – Coach Casey Harris & Paintball FIT's DominanceIn this milestone episode of The Coaches Show, we welcome back Coach Casey Harris of Paintball FIT—fresh off his third consecutive professional tournament win. Casey and his squad have been on an absolute tear, cementing their place as a dominant force in modern paintball.We dive deep into Paintball FIT's journey through the most recent event, breaking down key moments, strategic decisions, and the championship mindset that carried them to victory. Most notably, we relive their dramatic double-overtime showdown against Ton Ton FSU, a final match for the ages.From early bracket play to the intense final point, Coach Harris gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to build and sustain a championship culture—on and off the field.🎧 Don’t miss this in-depth conversation packed with insights, emotion, and elite-level paintball knowledge.Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shopSign Up for NXL Cincinnati: https://pbleagues.com/cgi-bin/registe...

Tonight Mike and Ryan are joined by Coaches Shane Pestana of the LA Ironmen and Kevin Bredthauer of Tampa Bay Damage. The guys will discuss the upcoming NXL Atlantic City Open Pro brackets, the layout and make picks for Sunday bracket play. See you soon!Get Maxt: https://maxtsportswear.com/BKi : https://www.bkipaintball.com/Shop Major League Paintball: https://www.majorleaguepb.com/shop