The Planet Paintball Podcast

09/05/2026

Shannon Monroe talks about bringing back the gridlock camp for the renaissance of mechanical Paintball

09/02/2026

Here’s a Facebook post for Episode 146:

🎙️ **PLANET PAINTBALL PODCAST — EPISODE 146**

🔥 **From the 1980s to Today: Shannon’s Paintball Journey**

This week on the Planet Paintball Podcast, we sit down with **Shannon** to talk about decades of paintball—from the early days of the sport to modern tournament competition.

We talk about the evolution of paintball equipment, the rise of **Team Gridlock**, and what it’s like to compete across formats like **10-man, 5-man, X-Ball, and scenario paintball.**

We also get into the things that make paintball more than just a game: **teamwork, strategy, sponsorships, friendships, and the camaraderie that keeps players coming back year after year.**

🏆 **In this episode:**
• The evolution of paintball gear from 1988 to today
• The formation and history of Team Gridlock
• 10-man vs. 5-man vs. X-Ball
• How technology changed the game
• Tournament memories and unforgettable experiences
• Sponsorships and competitive paintball
• Team dynamics and strategy
• The importance of community and camaraderie
• Competing alongside family and passing the game down

One thing is clear—**paintball has changed a lot, but the passion for the game hasn't.**

🎧 **Episode 146 is out now!** https://youtu.be/XuKd_V0X260

Listen, watch, and share it with someone who remembers the old days of paintball—or someone who's just getting started.

**From 1988 to Today: Shannon’s Journey Through Paintball**In thi...

09/01/2026

Aaron Keene from Knoxville Energize Paintball talks about the the local scene

08/27/2026

Aaron Rios from Knoxville Energize Paintball talks about locking in! How to do you lock in when it comes to game time

08/26/2026

🔥 **PLANET PAINTBALL PODCAST — EPISODE 145** 🔥

This week, Hunter sits down with **Aaron** to talk about his journey through competitive paintball, from his early days in the sport to recent tournament success.

We dive into what it takes to stay competitive as the game continues to evolve — from **layout design and game strategy to training, teamwork, and mental focus.**

🎙️ **In Episode 145:**

🏆 Aaron’s journey through competitive paintball
🧠 The importance of mental focus and decision-making
🏃 Training, conditioning, and preparing for tournaments
🗺️ Layout design and developing game plans
🎯 Breaking down strategies and improving performance
🤝 Team chemistry, communication, and accountability
⚙️ How equipment and technology are changing the game
📈 The growth of paintball in East Tennessee
🔥 MSXL and the continued growth of regional competition
🎥 The role of media and technology in modern paintball

Paintball keeps evolving, and staying competitive means being willing to **adapt, learn, and put in the work.**

🎧 **Episode 145 is out now!**

Listen, watch, and let us know what you think.

Episode 145 — Aaron: Strategy, Training, and the Evolution of Compe...

08/21/2026

Luke from sobr. talks about what they are going to be doing with the brand

08/20/2026

Luke Pankratz what is sobr.