DeNet Sport Communication Course. Unit 1. Paintball Vocabulary

Whether it's the 'googly' in cricket, the 'slam dunk' in basketball or the 'onion bag' on the football pitch, every sport contains its own quirkyterminology. Paintball is no different, which is why we have put together this easy to read 'Paintball Vocabulary' guide for our readers' convenience.

Do you know your paintball markers from your hoppers? Find out below!

1. Paintballs


OK, so this one kind of speaks for itself. Paintballs are round capsules containing special non toxic, biodegradable, water soluble paint that are fired from paintball guns. To put it simply, they are the ammunition you need in order to win!
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Does this kind of speak for itself?
Why does a paintball speak for itself?
Are paintballs round capsules containing special non toxic, biodegradable, water soluble paint that are fired from paintball guns?
What do you need this ammunition for?

2. Paintball marker

It's an alternative term used for a paintball gun. They are referred to as markers as one of the objectives of paintball is to mark or tag your opponent. Also, a marker sounds a lot less threatening than a gun!
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3. Paintball hopper

A rounded plastic container that is fitted to the top of each players' marker (like a magazine is slotted into a rifle). Hoppers usually contain 150-200 paintballs.
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4. Paintball battle pack

Custom built, waist mounted paintball carrier. Can fit up to four ‘pods’ which carry 100 paintballs each, enabling the wearer to carry an extra 400 paintballs into a game.
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5. Paintball combat suit


These specially padded overalls are supplied to every player to keep their clothes clean as well as to provide a useful layer of protection!
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6. Paintball goggles

No, these aren't the goggles you used to wear at your school's swimming gala. These are full head protection helmets built to provide both complete safety and comfort.
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7. Paintball pyrotechnics

This is a general term used for smoke grenades, paint grenades and flashbangs.
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8. Paintball game zones

The game scenario or field in which a paintball game is played in. These are usually themed scenarios filled with natural and artificial cover.
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9. Paintball bunker

A place, object or embankment on the field that players use for cover. Examples include artificial gravestones, steel barrels or even London buses!
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10. Paintball basecamp

This is where you spend all your time within games. Paintball basecamps have top class facilities including a shop, free tea and coffee, secure lockers and flushing toilets.
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Imagine you work in a paintball club. Can you describe things and places above for your visitors' convenience?