| Paintball matches are often determined by the little | | | | - Use your sponsor's stickers. This tiny detail says a lot |
| things, tiny details that in the field make a lot of | | | | about the player. It has support, sponsors, they are |
| difference. In every game, there's a mental component, | | | | considered pros. |
| and intimidation plays a big part in it. | | | | - Have the top equipment and in good condition. |
| What is intimidation? It is a behaviour that causes other | | | | There's nothing more intimidating than going against |
| players fear, worry, anxiety and doubt in their own | | | | someone who has the latest in paintball gar and guns. |
| abilities. And believe me, it's a big weapon. | | | | Most people say to themselves that there is an |
| Intimidation can be given in different ways. It doesn't | | | | advantage on the enemy, thus losing before playing. |
| always mean direct action like saying intimidating | | | | - Project confidence in the playing field. Even before |
| words. For instance when you see your enemies in | | | | the match starts you should walk around like you own |
| their zone before the game all reunited, saying their | | | | the whole place, even if you don't feel it inside try to |
| team name fiercely, all prepped up with their gear, it | | | | project the image. |
| does have an impact on you, specially if your team is | | | | - Work on your self confidence. This is probably the |
| different. The enemies project an image of confidence | | | | greatest tip that will work for you not only on the |
| that can be pretty intimidating in the paintball field. | | | | paintball field but in every situation on your life. |
| How to be intimidating then? | | | | Remember to work on the last tip, the most important. |
| - Look intimidating. This means have a great uniform, | | | | By having the real confidence inside you, you not only |
| gear, even team logo and all your players with the | | | | are able to intimidate, but also to keep from feeling |
| same uniform. Looking like a squad is very powerful. | | | | intimidated. |