• 5 Things Paintball Pros Don’t Do

    In many sports, there are some obvious differences between beginners and pros. You can often tell how experienced a player is based on things they do as well as things they don’t do. Every player has good habits and bad habits. However, the pros have more good habits than bad habits. That is what makes them pros. They have had plenty of experience so they know what works and what doesn’t.

    In the last AC Paintball blog, we discussed five things that paintball pros do. Check it out here: https://acpaintball.com/2019/02/18/5-things-paintball-pros-do/. In this blog, we will cover the opposite. Below you will find five bad habits you should avoid if you want to play like the paintball pros the next time you visit AC Paintball near Atlantic City, New Jersey.  

    Stay In One Spot for Too Long

    One thing the pros know is that if you stay in one spot for too long, there is a greater chance that you will get ambushed. They know that it is important to stay moving to stay in the game. If you are playing on one of AC Paintball’s speedball courses, you will want to hop from bunker to bunker. Bunkers are always laid out with a strategy in mind. If you are playing on a woodsball course, try to stay on the edges rather than traveling straight through the middle.

    Take a walk around to observe the field before the game. This will help you greatly if you are not familiar with the field. You can create a plan so you know what you want to do as soon as the AC Paintball game starts. In many cases, the faster you are able to take action, the better your outcome will be.

    Shoot Rapidly

    You may think that rapid fire makes you look cool and may seem like fun, but this is typically not the best strategy. The only time it may be helpful to use the spray and pray method is if you are caught in an ambush. Otherwise, shooting rapidly only decreases your accuracy gives away your position and wastes paintballs. You will likely find that taking a few extra seconds to aim, will be much more helpful than firing all over the place.

    Run Out of Paintballs

    When you get wrapped up in an exciting AC Paintball game, it can be easy to forget to keep a check on how much ammo you have left. If you run out of ammo, it is game over. You will have nothing to defend yourself with. A game of paintball will quickly become a game of cat an mouse. Before each AC Paintball game, be sure you have plenty of ammo to last you the entire game. In most cases, it is safer to overcompensate. If you have too many, you can always split the price and the ammo with a friend or save them for your next AC Paintball game.

    Let Their Nerves Get the Best of Them

    One thing that can set professionals apart from amateurs in any sport is how well they can compose themselves. If the game is close and you lose focus, you will likely make silly mistakes. However, if you remember that the game isn’t over till it’s over and that anything is possible, you can make an awesome comeback that people will talk about for days. Confidence is one of the biggest factors when it comes to playing well or playing poorly. Don’t let your nerves get the best of you.

    Stop Improving

    Finally, a professional knows that they are never done practicing. There is always something for you to improve on and there will always be another goal for you to strive for. You can become faster, more accurate, improve your endurance, improve your decision-making skills, etc. This is yet another factor that makes a pro stand out. Just when you think they have reached their peak, they get even better.

    The best way to keep improving, it to keep practicing. AC Paintball in southern New Jersey is the perfect place to do so. Schedule your next AC Paintball game now! You can do so on our website here: https://acpaintball.com/schedule-paintball-game/. You can also call us at 609-561-3883.

    March 4, 2019

    , , , , , ,

    Comments Off on 5 Things Paintball Pros Don’t Do

  • 7 AC Paintball Tips for Snipers

    paintball-1278899_960_720To be a good sniper, it is important to have the personality and skills that help you excel at the position. Many AC Paintball players find that stealthy and intelligent players make the best snipers. Whether you naturally possess these qualities or not, you can always improve your game. AC Paintball offers these tips for improving your snipping skills. By practicing these abilities you can improve both your game as well as your team’s strength.

    Learn to Be a Loner

    When you play a sniper in AC Paintball’s New Jersey fields, most times you will find yourself alone. Typically snipers go behind enemy lines with little to no backup. You have to have the mental strength to take out your opponents and protect yourself at the same time. At home, you can practice strengthening your mind and consciousness. You may find it helps you become a better sniper.

    Learn to Outwit Your Opponents

    One of the best ways to win an AC Paintball game, it to outwit your opponents. This is especially important for snipers. If you can take out your opponent before they know you are there, you stop them in their tracks. You can foil the other team’s strategy and take control of the game.

    A good way to outwit your opponent is to get in your opponents head. Try to get in your opponent’s head and think about what their plan may be. Think about where they may be moving to and get set up to surprise them. The key is to eliminate them before they even know you are there. Figure out how to ambush them or interfere with your opponent’s plan.

    Practice Accuracy

    Snipers have to be accurate. Their first shot has to hit their target to be effective. After the first shot, your opponent will know where you are. If that first shot doesn’t hit, your target will either run away or retaliate and shoot back. Not only will that person know where you are, but everyone else on that AC Paintball field will as well.

    You can buy equipment to practice at home or you can visit AC Paintball in Williamstown, New Jersey. To save some money, consider purchasing AC Paintball membership. You can learn more about AC Paintball membership here: https://acpaintball.com/ac-paintball-club-discounts-and-deals/.

    crosshair-278817_960_720Be Ready to Become a Target

    Good snipers invoke fear in their opponents and soon become a target. If you surprise and take out most of the enemy’s important players, they will likely focus on taking you out of the game. You should be ready to run and hide if you are spotted. It is a good idea to plan your hiding spot ahead of time and wear some camouflage.

    Be Quiet

    Everyone should be quiet while playing paintball, but a sniper needs to be especially quiet. It is important to not give away your position. You should get into position early and only move when no one is around. This will help you keep your cover and surprise your opponents. If opponents come near you, you have to control yourself. Be patient and stay hidden. You don’t have to shoot, every player who comes near you.

    Learn When To Fire and When Not To Fire

    Snipers need to carefully pick and choose when to fire. If you shoot every opponent, that comes your way, you risk getting ambushed. You have to learn how to analyze each situation and make good choices. Only fire when it’s in your team’s best interest. An eliminated sniper is useless. You need to make sure every shot is safe enough to keep you in the game.

    Don’t fire at when a group is nearby. A group is more likely to hit you before you shoot all of them. If a group is nearby, pay attention to their conversations. You may collect important info that you can report back to the rest of your team.

    Invest in the Right Equipment

    valken paintball gunFinally, a sniper needs the right equipment. Their marker should be accurate and they should use quality paintballs. Some regular paintballs may drift to the side if they are not perfectly round. High-quality paintballs typically keep their spherical shape and fly straighter.

    You also need to know how to properly use your equipment. Practice loading and shooting your marker before beginning your AC Paintball game. Mid-battle is not the time to be fumbling and figuring out how your gun works. With the right equipment and set of skills, you are sure to be a successful sniper.

    November 7, 2016

    , , , , , , , ,

    Comments Off on 7 AC Paintball Tips for Snipers