RANGERBALL

What's Rangerball?

We view Rangerball as a different branch of paintball, distinct from speedball (it's definitely NOT speedball), and even from "recball" or "woodsball". And while it has similarities to scenario paintball or "milsim", it also has important differences. We are still refining and improving the way we play Rangerball, and in many ways we are working towards the ideals we set for ourselves. But, in a nutshell, here's how we define it:

Rangerball is very focused on realistic military tactics, as much as possible in the paintball world. It's not really "milsim", since we focus on tactical EFFECTS and RESULTS, not just appearances. We do accept standard paintball markers and non-tactical clothing, and don't insist on accurate uniforms and high-priced recreations of military weapons. But we push towards playing tactical paintball where effective formations, camouflage, fieldcraft, communications, and equipment are used. Our scenarios are military-related, instead of sci-fi, fantasy, or some other genre.
Rangerball is properly played in very large areas, measured in miles, not acres or yards. We try to avoid using artificial boundaries, because it constrains tactical choices and decisions. Instead, in designing our scenarios and tactical exercises, we try to use geographical features, objectives and time constraints to naturally define the area of operations (AO). To us, this is the most realistic and we are constantly looking for interesting areas and and challenging terrain to play in.
Rangerball requires players to pack everything they need along with them into the AO--paint, air, parts, tools, water, food, etc--and to be ready to move through the terrain on foot for at least a mile, often more. This puts emphasis on proper gear (vests, hydration, backpacks, etc.) and on physical stamina. Rangerball is very physically demanding, even extremely so, and we actually take pride in making it tough. It is definitely "Not for the Weak or Fainthearted".
Rangerball is also very much about discipline, teamwork, esprit-de-corps and fostering leadership qualities. This in particular sets us apart from most paintball groups and events. We strive to be organized, start on time, have our gun and gear ready to go, and to be a positive influence on whatever event we participate in. Just as the real Rangers of the U.S. Army pride themselves on being the world's most elite light infantry, we strive to be the most elite scenario paintball players.

A word on our connection to the real Army Rangers. We are NOT Army Rangers, or in any way sanctioned or officially connected to them. The men of the 75th Ranger Regiment, and the many who have won the coveted Ranger "tab", are among the world's most elite soldiers. As Rangerballers, we respect and emulate the Rangers, but we are not imitating or pretending to be them.

In the paintball world, however, our events and scenarios are among the toughest (perhaps THE toughest) and we tend to attract the most dedicated and motivated players. We have also had a few active or former Rangers participate in our events, and they found what we do challenging and enjoyable. We certainly welcome others.



	What's Rangerball? We view Rangerball as a different branch of paintball, distinct from speedball (it's definitely NOT speedball), and even from "recball" or "woodsball". And while it has similarities to scenario paintball or "milsim", it also has important differences. We are still refining and improving the way we play Rangerball, and in many ways we are working towards the ideals we set for ourselves. But, in a nutshell, here's how we define it: Rangerball is very focused on realistic military tactics, as much as possible in the paintball world. It's not really "milsim", since we focus on tactical EFFECTS and RESULTS, not just appearances. We do accept standard paintball markers and non-tactical clothing, and don't insist on accurate uniforms and high-priced recreations of military weapons. But we push towards playing tactical paintball where effective formations, camouflage, fieldcraft, communications, and equipment are used. Our scenarios are military-related, instead of sci-fi, fantasy, or some other genre. Rangerball is properly played in very large areas, measured in miles, not acres or yards. We try to avoid using artificial boundaries, because it constrains tactical choices and decisions. Instead, in designing our scenarios and tactical exercises, we try to use geographical features, objectives and time constraints to naturally define the area of operations (AO). To us, this is the most realistic and we are constantly looking for interesting areas and and challenging terrain to play in. Rangerball requires players to pack everything they need along with them into the AO--paint, air, parts, tools, water, food, etc--and to be ready to move through the terrain on foot for at least a mile, often more. This puts emphasis on proper gear (vests, hydration, backpacks, etc.) and on physical stamina. Rangerball is very physically demanding, even extremely so, and we actually take pride in making it tough. It is definitely "Not for the Weak or Fainthearted". Rangerball is also very much about discipline, teamwork, esprit-de-corps and fostering leadership qualities. This in particular sets us apart from most paintball groups and events. We strive to be organized, start on time, have our gun and gear ready to go, and to be a positive influence on whatever event we participate in. Just as the real Rangers of the U.S. Army pride themselves on being the world's most elite light infantry, we strive to be the most elite scenario paintball players. A word on our connection to the real Army Rangers. We are NOT Army Rangers, or in any way sanctioned or officially connected to them. The men of the 75th Ranger Regiment, and the many who have won the coveted Ranger "tab", are among the world's most elite soldiers. As Rangerballers, we respect and emulate the Rangers, but we are not imitating or pretending to be them. In the paintball world, however, our events and scenarios are among the toughest (perhaps THE toughest) and we tend to attract the most dedicated and motivated players. We have also had a few active or former Rangers participate in our events, and they found what we do challenging and enjoyable. We certainly welcome others.