Richmond Riot headed up to Pevs Paintball again this past weekend to scrimmage with the Arsenal teams and several other teams. Teams that made an appearance this weekend to practice on the Pevs fields for the DC Challenge 2009 event were: Richmond Riot, Intensity, Justice Kidz, Arsenal, Arsenal Evolution, Arsenal Predators, Spawn, Rockin Cockers.
The team played pretty well against everyone considering they lost a player friday night who got picked up by Arsenal Evolution and a player had to work leaving just 5 members of Riot to scrimmage the other organized 7-man teams. The team tested out paintballs made by Valken Paintball this weekend shooting a little bit of Graffiti and the rest of the paint being Zing. Overall this was much better paint than the previous week which was whitebox valken that was a winter formula and shell. This paint was still a bit bouncey compared to what other teams were shooting since teams were shooting DXS Gold and Marbalizers this weekend.
In terms of the paint the team would have to say that the Zing was definitely a great low end paintball and the Graffiti being the top of Valken's line definitely fell short of the performance that was expected. The Graffiti is much cheaper than other high-end tournament paints but was supposed to be comparable in performance and marking. This paint did break a little more easier on target than the Zing but it definitely was no match to the Marbalizer and DXS Gold being shot at Riot all day. The fill in Graffiti is nowhere near as thick and bright as the other brands and also not as brittle. Overall for the price of the Graffiti it is definitely a good bang for the buck though. The team would definitely shoot this paint for practice paint again if given the oppurtunity.
Anyways this weekend consisted of a totally drenched paintball park from the Hurricane Bill rain-bands streaking through the night before leaving tons of standing water between the fields which was quickly remedied by putting mulch down by the Pevs staff which was definitely a quick fix to the situation. The field was very quick and slid much further than the week before but was still a great surface to play on. No standing water on the field due to the excellent work that pevs put into the field when grading out the fields for paintball play. This was defnitely a great practice with great pricing yet again for organized teams. Riot is looking to continue to improve their performance as they head into the DC Challenge this Friday.
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DC Challenge: The Experience
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Richmond Riot Trip to Pevs August 16, 2009
Well known paintball team, Richmond Riot, went up to Pevs Aldie to practice against the Arsenal squads this past Sunday. Richmond Riot shot some winter shelled paint in the 97 degree weather which proved to be quite the challenge. Riot was successfully bouncing people left and right all day managing to win a couple games here or there. The Arsenal camp is definitely looking stronger every time Riot bumps into them picking up key players here or there to improve their on field domination.
The four seven man teams practiced on a field setup exactly like the DC Challenge 2009 event will be like and on the actual playing surface, which is a very nice astro turf. The first thing that Riot noticed was the very nice layout at Pevs new field but quickly realized that some shade would be nice and utilized the 20 foot netting from one field as their shade. Next the team quickly registered and paid their fee which was definitely very reasonable considering the amount of money that was spent on the facility. Then, Riot finally got up to go on the field and filled up their tanks right there in the walk into the field with 4500psi fills in the morning then dropping down to 3000psi fills towards the middle of the day.
As Richmond Riot started the game several players quickly discovered how much faster the astro turf plays compared to the grass they've been playing on most of the time. Everyone's slides went past their bunker and ended up having to scurry to get back into the bunkers they were trying to slide into. The burn package is particularly hard on this field layout because there are so many bunkers in the way blocking the burn lanes along with the bouncey paint and it's darn near impossible for the team. The first game was pretty good with players making key moves into the U and the snake but quickly having a problem because of shooting their own team out and getting shot underneath bunkers. The team played past the problems and the next game ended up pulling out a win.
It went on pretty much all day the same way, bouncing players left and right with the now marshmallowy textured winter style paint the team was shooting. Riot got in about 8 games making this the most amount of games the team has gotten in at an organized team practice in a long time. DC Arsenal and Arsenal Predators were very helpful with the whole practice and definitely some great competition. This was perhaps one of the first times that a pro practice was involved that did not involve any real arguments or fights on or off the field. This is particularly amazing considering there were no refs on the field the whole day. A couple players sitting would ref here or there trying to keep up while they could.
All in all, the field was definitely located in a much easier to get to location compared to the old Leesburg field. Parking was in a gravel parking lot, a pro shop was on sight and pricing was much better than before. The teams were very strong competition and the attitudes were very friendly. This was definitely one of the best outings that Richmond Riot has seen in the past few years for an organized scrimmage/practice. Everything ran smoothly despite the extreme heat and added temperatures for playing on the astroturf. Riot will be making one more scrimmage/practice trip up to Pevs this Sunday which is about a week before the tournament for another quality practice against the Arsenal Lineup once again.
The four seven man teams practiced on a field setup exactly like the DC Challenge 2009 event will be like and on the actual playing surface, which is a very nice astro turf. The first thing that Riot noticed was the very nice layout at Pevs new field but quickly realized that some shade would be nice and utilized the 20 foot netting from one field as their shade. Next the team quickly registered and paid their fee which was definitely very reasonable considering the amount of money that was spent on the facility. Then, Riot finally got up to go on the field and filled up their tanks right there in the walk into the field with 4500psi fills in the morning then dropping down to 3000psi fills towards the middle of the day.
As Richmond Riot started the game several players quickly discovered how much faster the astro turf plays compared to the grass they've been playing on most of the time. Everyone's slides went past their bunker and ended up having to scurry to get back into the bunkers they were trying to slide into. The burn package is particularly hard on this field layout because there are so many bunkers in the way blocking the burn lanes along with the bouncey paint and it's darn near impossible for the team. The first game was pretty good with players making key moves into the U and the snake but quickly having a problem because of shooting their own team out and getting shot underneath bunkers. The team played past the problems and the next game ended up pulling out a win.
It went on pretty much all day the same way, bouncing players left and right with the now marshmallowy textured winter style paint the team was shooting. Riot got in about 8 games making this the most amount of games the team has gotten in at an organized team practice in a long time. DC Arsenal and Arsenal Predators were very helpful with the whole practice and definitely some great competition. This was perhaps one of the first times that a pro practice was involved that did not involve any real arguments or fights on or off the field. This is particularly amazing considering there were no refs on the field the whole day. A couple players sitting would ref here or there trying to keep up while they could.
All in all, the field was definitely located in a much easier to get to location compared to the old Leesburg field. Parking was in a gravel parking lot, a pro shop was on sight and pricing was much better than before. The teams were very strong competition and the attitudes were very friendly. This was definitely one of the best outings that Richmond Riot has seen in the past few years for an organized scrimmage/practice. Everything ran smoothly despite the extreme heat and added temperatures for playing on the astroturf. Riot will be making one more scrimmage/practice trip up to Pevs this Sunday which is about a week before the tournament for another quality practice against the Arsenal Lineup once again.
NPPL DC Challenge Last Chance
Last Chance to Play in Next Weekend's USPL DC Challenge
Registration Closes Tomorrow!
Don't miss out! Make sure your team is signed up and paid in full by tomorrow for the August 28 - 30, 2009 US Paintball League DC Challenge. Sign your team up at www.nppl.com by clicking on "Registration" or call (714) 858 1923.
The US Paintball League is headed to Washington DC August 28 - 30, 2009 for the DC Challenge and this is your last chance to register! Come join the fun as the East Coast proudly unveils one of the finest paintball parks with PEVS (www.pevs.com) located just 5 miles from the Dulles International Airport (Be sure to book your flights into Washington Dulles!). PEVS has state of the art amenities for paintball teams including BRAND NEW PERMANENT TURF FIELDS!
The registration price for an ID Card created and paid for in full before registration closes tomorrow is $40.00. The price after that increases to $50.00 per card. Roster changes can be made free of charge before registration closes tomorrow. The price to make a roster change after registration closes is $20.00. Registration closes Thursday, August 20, 2009.
Pick your Pro! Each 7 man team can select one Pro Player to walk the fields with on Thursday and work out game plans. If your team has already paid but hasn't selected your pro, please email info@nppl.com with your top three choices.
The 3rd stop of the US Paintball League's 2009 season will be held August 28 - 30, 2009 at PEVS Paintball Park in Aldie, Virginia. The event is open to the public and free for spectators to watch games, meet the pros and shop the tradeshow. Action will be taking place Friday, Saturday and Sunday for Divisions 1, 2 and 3 7man, Division 3 5man and Open Pump Class. The Professional teams will host the free welcome cook-out on Thursday, sign autographs on Friday, play their prelim games on Saturday and their finals on Sunday. The Pump teams will play all of their games on Sunday.
To register your team and get more information on the itinerary, hotels, the field layout, paint, vendors, rules, pricing and prizes, visit http://www.uspaintballleague.com/events/dc-challenge.
DC Announcements:
Hooters will be sponsoring the DC Challenge VIP on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets will be available for purchase on-site!
Jaguar Land Rover Chantilly have just signed on as a sponsor and will have cars on display each day! www.jaguarchantilly.com www.landroverchantilly.com
Players Bonfire Party Saturday night! On-site in the VIP and Barbeque Pit starting at 6:00 pm Saturday night or after the last game.
Chick-fil-A will be on site selling their delicious chicken sandwiches and will be providing lunch to the Referees and USPL Staff!
Teams have the ultimate in paint options for the DC Challenge as you can bring your own paint or pre-order and pick up at the event!
Monster Energy Drink will be handing out FREE samples to all the players and fans! www.monsterenergy.com
The Paintball Sports Trade Association (PSTA) will be holding a meeting Thursday afternoon at the USPL Host Hotel (Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles) at 1:00 pm. Paintball manufacturers and business owners interested in attending should visit www.paintball.org for more information.
Welcome Players Cookout hosted by the Pro Teams!
Walk the fields and check your team in Thursday, August 27th and then enjoy the free "Welcome Players Cookout" hosted by the PRO TEAMS! The party will be on-site Thursday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy mingling with the other teams, sponsors and pro players as you enjoy plenty of free food and drinks! The captain's meeting will be held near the barbeque inside the VIP tent at 5:00 pm. RSVP for the Barbeque by emailing info@nppl.com with the number of people expected to attend from your team.
PROFESSIONAL TEAMS: D.C. ARSENAL, ST. LOUIS AVALANCHE, OAKLAND BLAST, SAN DIEGO DYNASTY, SCOTTSDALE ELEVATION, SAN FRANCISCO EXPLICIT, EDMONTON IMPACT, LOS ANGELES INFAMOUS, PHOENIX UNITED, CHICAGO LEGEND, INDIANAPOLIS MUTINY, SAN ANTONIO X-FACTOR, SACRAMENTO XSV, TAMPA BAY DAMAGE, PORTLAND NAUGHTY DOGS
RACE FOR THE NPPL 7 MAN SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP 2009
Guaranteed Series Prize Purse
We will be presenting the NPPL Perpetual Series Cup at the 2009 Las Vegas World Paintball Championship. This single trophy will hold the names of the 7 man Series Champs for all 7man divisions including the full team roster for the final event.
Pro Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup, 8 Series rings, $10,000 cash.
D1 Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup/ Free entry to HB 2010!
D2 Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup/ Free entry to HB 2010!
D3 Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup/ Free entry to HB 2010!
WIN VEGAS and the 2009 SERIES too? GUARANTEED CASH PRIZE of $2,000 - any 7man division - courtesy UNTAMED CINEMA. www.untamedcinema.com
Registration Closes Tomorrow!
Don't miss out! Make sure your team is signed up and paid in full by tomorrow for the August 28 - 30, 2009 US Paintball League DC Challenge. Sign your team up at www.nppl.com by clicking on "Registration" or call (714) 858 1923.
The US Paintball League is headed to Washington DC August 28 - 30, 2009 for the DC Challenge and this is your last chance to register! Come join the fun as the East Coast proudly unveils one of the finest paintball parks with PEVS (www.pevs.com) located just 5 miles from the Dulles International Airport (Be sure to book your flights into Washington Dulles!). PEVS has state of the art amenities for paintball teams including BRAND NEW PERMANENT TURF FIELDS!
The registration price for an ID Card created and paid for in full before registration closes tomorrow is $40.00. The price after that increases to $50.00 per card. Roster changes can be made free of charge before registration closes tomorrow. The price to make a roster change after registration closes is $20.00. Registration closes Thursday, August 20, 2009.
Pick your Pro! Each 7 man team can select one Pro Player to walk the fields with on Thursday and work out game plans. If your team has already paid but hasn't selected your pro, please email info@nppl.com with your top three choices.
The 3rd stop of the US Paintball League's 2009 season will be held August 28 - 30, 2009 at PEVS Paintball Park in Aldie, Virginia. The event is open to the public and free for spectators to watch games, meet the pros and shop the tradeshow. Action will be taking place Friday, Saturday and Sunday for Divisions 1, 2 and 3 7man, Division 3 5man and Open Pump Class. The Professional teams will host the free welcome cook-out on Thursday, sign autographs on Friday, play their prelim games on Saturday and their finals on Sunday. The Pump teams will play all of their games on Sunday.
To register your team and get more information on the itinerary, hotels, the field layout, paint, vendors, rules, pricing and prizes, visit http://www.uspaintballleague.com/events/dc-challenge.
DC Announcements:
Hooters will be sponsoring the DC Challenge VIP on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets will be available for purchase on-site!
Jaguar Land Rover Chantilly have just signed on as a sponsor and will have cars on display each day! www.jaguarchantilly.com www.landroverchantilly.com
Players Bonfire Party Saturday night! On-site in the VIP and Barbeque Pit starting at 6:00 pm Saturday night or after the last game.
Chick-fil-A will be on site selling their delicious chicken sandwiches and will be providing lunch to the Referees and USPL Staff!
Teams have the ultimate in paint options for the DC Challenge as you can bring your own paint or pre-order and pick up at the event!
Monster Energy Drink will be handing out FREE samples to all the players and fans! www.monsterenergy.com
The Paintball Sports Trade Association (PSTA) will be holding a meeting Thursday afternoon at the USPL Host Hotel (Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles) at 1:00 pm. Paintball manufacturers and business owners interested in attending should visit www.paintball.org for more information.
Welcome Players Cookout hosted by the Pro Teams!
Walk the fields and check your team in Thursday, August 27th and then enjoy the free "Welcome Players Cookout" hosted by the PRO TEAMS! The party will be on-site Thursday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy mingling with the other teams, sponsors and pro players as you enjoy plenty of free food and drinks! The captain's meeting will be held near the barbeque inside the VIP tent at 5:00 pm. RSVP for the Barbeque by emailing info@nppl.com with the number of people expected to attend from your team.
PROFESSIONAL TEAMS: D.C. ARSENAL, ST. LOUIS AVALANCHE, OAKLAND BLAST, SAN DIEGO DYNASTY, SCOTTSDALE ELEVATION, SAN FRANCISCO EXPLICIT, EDMONTON IMPACT, LOS ANGELES INFAMOUS, PHOENIX UNITED, CHICAGO LEGEND, INDIANAPOLIS MUTINY, SAN ANTONIO X-FACTOR, SACRAMENTO XSV, TAMPA BAY DAMAGE, PORTLAND NAUGHTY DOGS
RACE FOR THE NPPL 7 MAN SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP 2009
Guaranteed Series Prize Purse
We will be presenting the NPPL Perpetual Series Cup at the 2009 Las Vegas World Paintball Championship. This single trophy will hold the names of the 7 man Series Champs for all 7man divisions including the full team roster for the final event.
Pro Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup, 8 Series rings, $10,000 cash.
D1 Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup/ Free entry to HB 2010!
D2 Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup/ Free entry to HB 2010!
D3 Series Champs: Team name and roster engraved on NPPL Perpetual Series Cup/ Free entry to HB 2010!
WIN VEGAS and the 2009 SERIES too? GUARANTEED CASH PRIZE of $2,000 - any 7man division - courtesy UNTAMED CINEMA. www.untamedcinema.com
NPPL DC Challenge 2009 Free Agents
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