When using the proper equipment at regulated field, paintball is safer than football, volleyball, soccer, and baseball. The referee should have a whistle for signaling the start, stopping and ending of the game. Understanding and following the official rules of paintball is important for both experienced players and new ones. Only field paint allowed in rentals you may bring your own paint for your own marker. How to join nppl or national professional paintball league. If you are colored by paint hitting an obstacle and. The 60 second rule which allowed for a swing point at the end of regulation or in overtime has been removed from this edition of the rulebook. Paintball is a competitive team shooting sport in which players eliminate opponents from play. Paintballs cant be pink or red index of balls used in. Learn whats right and wrong with tips from a professional paintball player in. Paintball is played with a potentially limitless variety of rules and variations, all of which are.
The photo above shows my paintball impact test fixture, designed to demonstrate the differences. Click the cover below for the official rules or scroll below for our snapshot of the new rule 26. Players ejected for violating the goggle rule are not eligible for refunds or readmission. The overtime period is played immediately after the match clock is reset and at the end of the standard 2 minute break period. Paintballs used at any nppl tournament must be purchased onsite from the league or a sponsor. You are welcome to come alone, with a few friends, or bring a large group. This website provides numerous links to paintball safety resources, gleaned from my more than 20 years of experience in crafting astm paintball standards and establishing insurance program underwriting parameters. Basic rules on how to play paintball battlezone paintball. Almost everyone knows the golden rule of life, do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Its been around the longest of all the leagues, nearly 20 years, and basically all the big pro teams and pro players have played in the league, amateur team, semipro, novice, all the way down to beginners. A minimum of one person is designated as the referee for each paintball game. The most important rule in paintball is that all players must wear a protective goggle system or mask at all times when they are playing or near other people who are playing. Apr 07, 2010 the nppl huntington beach open is taking place this weekend. There was not one case of a player getting injured from playing in any of the psp events.
A minimum of one person is to be designated as the referee for each paintball game. If there is a dispute on a field regarding a call that a referee made during game play, then the player involved must communicate with the team captain or team owner. The national professional paintball league has released the 2011 paintball rule book. No arguing or fighting will be tolarated from adults or children. Speedball is one of the three distinct game variants in the sport of paintball, woodsball and scenario paintball it is a general term for a game in which the playing field is composed of bunkers, of the same location and number on each side of the field, that provide an equal playing field for each team competing. An eliminated player cannot trade guns or give paint to live players.
Hosting events in cities such as las vegas, fort worth, atlantic city, chicago, kissimmee u. I have been retained many times as a defense expert in paintball related litigation. Players on the same team must attend the same college or university this generally means the school or campuses must have the same admission process, tuition, degrees. All players are required to fill out a waiver prior to playing on our field.
The maximum allowable velocity for any event is 300 feet per second fps. Make sure there are no paintballs in the marker and that the axe pro is turned off. All players must understand and adhere to the extreme park rules to ensure safety and fun for everyone. The spectators must be 2 feet back from the netting and not be leaning against it. This means you have to give your opponent the option to surrender if you get that close. If a player gets hit but is unsure if the paintball broke, the player can call for a paint check and the ref will see if the player is out or clean. If you are under 18, we will need a parents signature on this waiver as well. Rulebook national collegiate paintball association.
Our main goal is for you to have fun and make memories that last. However if there is a splatter this may be off a paintball breaking on a nearby surface which will not count as a hit. This rule book update features details on the recently rumored changes to the 7man pro paintball format. Paintball goggles w ear protection required for all guests. While you may not need to know every single official rule in the paintball rule book, its always important to know the basics. From our twostory western ghost town to our wooded fields. Elimination \r once hit exit the field as quickly as you can. Paintball mask must be worn at all times while in the playing areas and target range area. Therefore, if you have this filled out and signed ahead of time, it will save time during registration. The 60 seconds rule is about the last sixty seconds of the match time and overtime. Whether you are looking for play paintball or airsoft, we have our rules and safety for it all. Com 2020 national xball league nxl all rights reserved 2020 national xball league nxl all rights reserved.
The most recent version of the ncpa rulebook is available for download. Before each game every player must report to the fields designated chronograph. As one of the most reliable and trusted sources for premium event seating and nppl world paintball championships tickets, we offer a comprehensive and userfriendly platform for all our customers. Any player shooting their paintball gun into the air or at an angle that could result in a paintball landing on the picnic area parking lot side of our safety netting will be called out for that game. Respect the players, respect the game, and youll have a great time. While there is little variation in safety rules, variation in other game rules is quite common, and players should ask about the specific rules where they are playing. Spectators must wear a paintball goggle and face mask unless they are behind a safety netting that has passed safety tests. If a paintball strikes another object first and breaks upon that object before marking a player or anything he is wearing or carrying, such player is not eliminated. Player safety rules national sports entertainment recreation association. With that in mind, we want to remind all paintball players competing to take a look at the 2010 nppl rule book right click, save target as and make sure you are up to date with the new changes as you arrive on the beach be sure to keep your guns covered, dismantled, etc. Nppl world paintball championships tickets 2020, nppl world paintball championships tour dates 2020, nppl world paintball championships schedule 2020.
When a paintball bullet splits open on impact, and you are colored, you are considered out, and or eliminated from the game, as per the rules of the particular mission being played. Know more about nppl championship paintball 2009 game. Eliminated players cannot talk to live players no coaching. During this period any penalty of major or gross major stops the game time, and automatically gives point to the opposing team. I have been retained many times as a defense expert in paintballrelated litigation.
Players using prohibited paint or paintballs that do not comply with astm standard f197904 or nppl nonstaining criteria will do so at their own risk and will be subject to penalties in rule 18. While paintballs will not cause permanent injury to most areas of the body, the eyes, and to a lesser extent the ears, are vulnerable to serious injury if hit by a paintball. Lets play paintball takes paintball seriously, so that we can guarantee you a fun and exciting time on and off the fields at our facilities. Failure to follow any of the following rules of pbc park could result in the removal of your wristband with no refund. Nppl complies with 2011 nppl rules of 15 bps balls per second semi auto. We have friendly and knowledgeable staff who are always on hand to give you tips and help you out with whatever you need. Paintball players generally have a high standard of sportsmanship. If the 5 minute overtime results in a stalemate, the two teams will each select a player to compete in a oneonone. Driver license, major credit card, or military id required as deposit for equipment rentals. Paintballs purchased from elsewhere are not allowed.
The 2012 season is shaping up to be something really exciting that all fans want to watch. Complete rules regarding player eligibility and team eligibility can be found in the ncpa rulebook. The 60 seconds rule applies in the last sixty seconds of overtime. All players must read and agree to follow all player safety rules, field safety guidelines, and sign the waiver of liability and hold harmless agreement prior to participating in any paintball activities without exception. When a game is being played, wear your mask at all times. A player is out of the game if heshe is hit by a marking pellet paintball and it breaks on him, this includes his clothing, gun or equipment. I finished it off stating that the psp made a wise decision by allowing ramped guns this season. Com 2020 national xball league nxl all rights reserved. Nppl world paintball championships tickets, upcoming schedule. No experience necessary paintball new players guide. Elimination \r\nonce hit exit the field as quickly as you can.
Nppl 2011 7man paintball rule book online pro paintball. Turbo, full auto, ramping, burst, or anything other than semiauto. Inappropriate behavior either on or off the field is not, and will not, be tolerated. We here at big indian want you to have a excitingly fun and safe experience when you visit our field.
Pump paintball guns needs a manual recharging system. Its a simple rule to understand that anyone can follow. Nppl rulebook 2012 final 3212 wolfpack paintball team. If a player is hit and marked by a paintball shot by an eliminated member of the opposing team or such players team, such player is not eliminated. The referee should have a whistle for signaling the start, stopping and ending of. Nov 07, 2018 the nppl is a national professional paintball league, and its the governing body that sanctions, across the united states. Here are some general paintball etiquette rules to abide by. Paintball safety rules lvl up sports paintball park. Field paint only all paintballs, pbc blue label, must be purchased from either paintball sports park or one of paintball centrals retail locations. All of the rules that are in affect here are for your safety. The nppl is a national professional paintball league, and its the governing body that sanctions, across the united states. Our system is the most advanced, featurerich software package for paintball tournament operations, designed and built by experienced event promoters. Feb 08, 2008 this is the official redwod reball rules video.
A team has the potential to play twice as many games in a single x ball match compared to a whole weekend of playing a nppl event. You can ask for a paintball check from a nearby teammate and the game will temporarily stop until you establish whether the player is eliminated or not. Profanity andor obscenity from adults or children will not be tolerated. Jul 31, 2010 understanding and following the official rules of paintball is important for both experienced players and new ones. The referee will be the one who starts the game, stops the game for paint checks, decides the issues that may arise and who ends the game.
Nppl championship paintball 2009 game ps2 playstation. Paintball sports park reserves the right to amend the park rules at any time. Paintball rules paintball is among the fastest growing of all extreme sports. Read and understand this entire manual before loading, attaching a. Pbli is the most experienced, most trusted provider of paintball tournament registration services. I saw some of the greatest paintball this year watching x ball and the psp proved how safe the capped ramping rule was. With that in mind, we want to remind all paintball players competing to take a look at the 2010 nppl rule book right click, save target as and make sure you are up to date with the new changes. College all players must be currently enrolled as fulltime undergraduate or graduate students. The nppl huntington beach open is taking place this weekend. Paintball is played with a potentially limitless variety of rules and variations, which are specified before the game begins. The dynamic moves by some of the professional paintball teams in the offseason and the addition of some solid new teams for 2012, make this one of the most interesting preseasons to date. The following are the most basic and common paintball rules.
There is no experience necessary to play here at skirmish paintball. A wise decision that the psp proved this season article by young choi. In yesterdays article, i went over a brief history of ramping. If a target is within 20feet, they must be allowed to surrender, if the target declines, the player is allowed to engage. Speedball is one of the three distinct game variants in the sport of paintball, woodsball and scenario paintball it is a general term for a game in which the playing field is composed of bunkers, of the same location and number on each side of the field, that provide. We have created our rules specifically to ensure safe and fair play to deliver a highquality paintball experience everyone can enjoy. There are two major leagues, each having their own format and rules. If a player is under the age of 18 years old, the waiver must be signed by players parent or legal guardian. As you arrive on the beach be sure to keep your guns covered, dismantled, etc. Im sure the city of huntington beach would appreciate it if everyone kept their markers put away until they get into the player paddocks. Eligibility rules the national collegiate paintball association and its memberclubs and memberplayers believe in and maintain the highest standards in paintball play. National professional paintball league rulebook npplrulebook2012.
All electronic paintball markers must be capped at a rate of fire of 12. Paintballs used at any nppl tournament must be purchased onsite from the league or a sponsor paintball manufacturer disputing referee calls. In the prelims race to7 matches in which time expires and both teams have scored the same number of points, the result is a single 3 minute overtime period. The best recreational paintball fields in new england since 1991. Nppl world paintball championships tickets, upcoming.
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